Local leaders respond after House passes spending bill that would cut DC budget by $1B
D.C. leaders are responding after the House on Tuesday passed a spending bill that would cut $1 billion from the District's budget. They say the budget cut would be devastating for the city and residents who are following the bill as it moves to the Senate also say it needs to be stopped immediately.
D.C. leaders are responding after the House on Tuesday passed a spending bill that would cut $1 billion from the District's budget. They say the budget cut would be devastating for the city and residents who are following the bill as it moves to the Senate also say it needs to be stopped immediately.
House spending bill could cut $1 billion in DC funds; impacting schools, public safety
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser is warning of devastating budget cuts if Congress passes a Republican-backed spending bill that would force the city to slash $1.1 billion in local funding halfway through the fiscal year.
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser is warning of devastating budget cuts if Congress passes a Republican-backed spending bill that would force the city to slash $1.1 billion in local funding halfway through the fiscal year.
DC council member defends Home Rule amid Trump’s threat to intervene
In the wake of President Donald Trump’s recent comments suggesting the federal government take control of Washington, D.C., Councilmember Brooke Pinto expressed concerns over the legitimate threat to the city’s self-governance.
In the wake of President Donald Trump’s recent comments suggesting the federal government take control of Washington, D.C., Councilmember Brooke Pinto expressed concerns over the legitimate threat to the city’s self-governance.
Bowser continues to push back on Trump's call for federal government to take over DC
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser is continuing to push back against calls for a federal takeover of the District — now backed by President Donald Trump — by making the case for the District of Columbia to become the 51st state.
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser is continuing to push back against calls for a federal takeover of the District — now backed by President Donald Trump — by making the case for the District of Columbia to become the 51st state.
DC Home Rule under threat after BOWSER Act introduced in Congress
Utah Senator Mike Lee and Tennessee Representative Andy Ogles introduced a bill last week that could strip Washington, D.C. of its ability to govern itself.
Utah Senator Mike Lee and Tennessee Representative Andy Ogles introduced a bill last week that could strip Washington, D.C. of its ability to govern itself.
Trump Transition: President-elect meets with DC Mayor Muriel Bowser
President-elect Donald Trump met with D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser at his Mar-a-Lago estate as he prepares to take office in less than a month.
President-elect Donald Trump met with D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser at his Mar-a-Lago estate as he prepares to take office in less than a month.
Committee to deliberate after report finds Trayon White violated DC Council's Code of Conduct
The fate of D.C. Councilmember Trayon White hangs in the balance as the findings of an independent investigation into federal bribery charges head to the D.C. Council. A watchdog committee alleges he violated multiple parts of the District's Code of Conduct.
The fate of D.C. Councilmember Trayon White hangs in the balance as the findings of an independent investigation into federal bribery charges head to the D.C. Council. A watchdog committee alleges he violated multiple parts of the District's Code of Conduct.
Report finds Trayon White violated DC Council's Code of Conduct
D.C. Councilmember Trayon White is one step closer to being expelled from the Council following the release of an investigative report that alleges he violated multiple provisions of the city’s code of conduct.
D.C. Councilmember Trayon White is one step closer to being expelled from the Council following the release of an investigative report that alleges he violated multiple provisions of the city’s code of conduct.
Leaders in DC, Maryland, Virginia prepare for Trump transition
Maryland and Virginia are gearing up to welcome in a new administration to Washington.
Maryland and Virginia are gearing up to welcome in a new administration to Washington.
DC woman relieved of thousands in speed camera tickets after DMV mix-up
Good news — a woman who had been hit with thousands of dollars in speed camera tickets from the D.C. DMV won't have to pay a dime.
Good news — a woman who had been hit with thousands of dollars in speed camera tickets from the D.C. DMV won't have to pay a dime.
Oye Owolewa wins re-election as DC Shadow Representative
Oye Owolewa has secured a second term as the U.S. Shadow Representative for the District of Columbia.
Oye Owolewa has secured a second term as the U.S. Shadow Representative for the District of Columbia.
Election Day 2024: Millions head to polls to decide between Harris, Trump; DC steps up security
Election Day has arrived, and voters are heading to the polls to cast their ballots in the historic presidential race between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. Here’s everything you need to know on Election Day 2024!
Election Day has arrived, and voters are heading to the polls to cast their ballots in the historic presidential race between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. Here’s everything you need to know on Election Day 2024!
New bill seeks to limit loud protests near homes in DC neighborhoods
The D.C. Council is considering a new emergency bill that would restrict protests in residential areas, following years of demonstrations outside homes that have disturbed local neighborhoods.
The D.C. Council is considering a new emergency bill that would restrict protests in residential areas, following years of demonstrations outside homes that have disturbed local neighborhoods.
DC NAACP demands &pizza remove Marion Berry Knots from menu
The local branch of the NAACP has demanded the company remove the product from its menu.
The local branch of the NAACP has demanded the company remove the product from its menu.
DC Rep. Oye Owolewa hospitalized after major car crash
DC Shadow Congressman Oye Owolewa is recovering in the hospital after being injured in a major car crash on Alabama Avenue SE.
DC Shadow Congressman Oye Owolewa is recovering in the hospital after being injured in a major car crash on Alabama Avenue SE.
Free 24/7 child care for DC first responders proposed to support families
New legislation introduced in the D.C. Council could mean major changes for District first responders in need of child care.
New legislation introduced in the D.C. Council could mean major changes for District first responders in need of child care.
New bill in DC could end child marriages, setting age requirement at 18
In D.C., a ban on child marriage could soon become law. Currently, 16- and 17-year-olds may not be able to drink, smoke, or vote, but they can get married.
In D.C., a ban on child marriage could soon become law. Currently, 16- and 17-year-olds may not be able to drink, smoke, or vote, but they can get married.
Trayon White meets with Ward 8 seniors, vows to stay on ballot amid bribery charges
A D.C. council member facing allegations of bribery told constituents Thursday he has plans to continue running for reelection in November.
A D.C. council member facing allegations of bribery told constituents Thursday he has plans to continue running for reelection in November.
Meet Nate Derenge: The Ward 8 reform candidate taking aim at Trayon White amid bribery allegations
While Nate Derenge has taken aim at Trayon White’s alleged corruption, his platform goes far beyond just criticizing his opponent.
While Nate Derenge has taken aim at Trayon White’s alleged corruption, his platform goes far beyond just criticizing his opponent.
How to register to vote in DC, Maryland, & Virginia
Here’s how you can register to vote in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia on National Voter Registration Day.
Here’s how you can register to vote in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia on National Voter Registration Day.