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fromBrooklynVegan
1 day ago

Ekko Astral announces 'Liberation Weekend II' w/ Laura Jane Grace, Illuminati Hotties, Snowing, Gladie, more

"We cannot rely on institutions to save us. We can only rely on ourselves and the community we have to fight for trans America - and that now includes throwing a badass 3-day benefit music festival," said Jael Holzman of Ekko Astral. "Let this incredible lineup be seen as a way of using art as a cultural battering ram against the people trying to erase us."
Music
Real estate
fromBusiness Insider
19 hours ago

A 10-foot-wide skinny house in Washington, DC, sold after a more than $300,000 price cut. See inside.

A tiny, 600-square-foot DC home, only 10 feet at its widest, sold for $484,000 after zoning constraints forced an extremely narrow design.
fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
1 day ago

The Most Expensive Homes Sold in Washington in December - Washingtonian

Where: 2950 Chain Bridge Road., NW Listing agent: Nancy W. Taylor Bubes, Washington Fine Properties Buyer's agent: Dorothea Clark, Washington Fine Properties This custom stone residence, which is approximately 10,000 square feet, is in DC's Kent neighborhood, directly opposite Battery Kemble Park. The home's outdoor amenities include a 46-by-18-foot pool, an outdoor sauna, a covered terrace, and multiple entertaining spaces. Inside, the expansive interiors feature a gourmet eat-in kitchen and a cathedral-ceilinged primary bedroom suite.
Real estate
fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
1 week ago

Will DC Get a Big Snowstorm This Weekend? Here's the Latest. - Washingtonian

Snow is in the forecast for the DC area this weekend, with snowfall starting late Saturday, January 24, and continuing Sunday. Accuweather is predicting at least 15 inches over the weekend, while the Washington Post's Capital Weather Gang says most models now show an average of eight to 12 inches. Matthew Carpucci, senior meteorologist at MyRadar, says six inches of snow are very likely for much of the DMV, and some areas could see markedly more precipitation.
Washington DC
fromRMNB
1 week ago

Fans at Capitals One Arena chant 'We Want a Team!' after breaking US attendance record for women's hockey game

The Washington, DC area showed up in a big way for women's hockey on Sunday. Capital One Arena welcomed 17,228 fans for a PWHL Takeover Tour matchup between the Montreal Victoire and New York Sirens, breaking the U.S. attendance record for a professional women's hockey game. Not only did fans vote with their wallets - both buying tickets in advance and quickly snatching up all available team merch minutes after doors first opened - but they also made their feelings known with their voices.
Women
#national-guard-deployment
Media industry
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

Media startups are hard. Semafor says it's working by targeting politicians, CEOs, and advertisers who want to reach them.

Semafor became profitable in 2025, earning $2 million on $40 million revenue by targeting Washington, DC leaders and monetizing events.
fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
2 weeks ago

Meet Bachelor Boys Band: The Live Music Experts Behind DC's Most Unforgettable Wedding Dance Parties - Washingtonian

They're a customizable band consisting of trained vocalists, horn players, guitarists, and rhythm section pros all selected for their skill, stage presence, and ability to bring a room to life. Couples can tailor their band size to suit their style, from a romantic 4-piece to a full 14-piece ensemble with horns, strings, and multiple vocalists. While their artists have shared the stage with the likes of Stevie Wonder, John Legend, Steve Miller, Kendrick Lamar, Bon Iver, and Mark Ronson, their expertise goes beyond artistry.
Music
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
3 weeks ago

Netflix shares the release date and trailer for the final season of Queer Eye

The hit TV series, which started in 2016, returns for its final outing at the end of the month. It will see Tan France, Jonathan Van Ness, Jeremiah Brent, Karamo Brown, and Antoni Porowski head to the US capital, Washington, DC, for their last outing as The Fab Five. On Monday (5 January) Netflix released a poignant teaser which took a look back at previous seasons, heroes, and makeovers.
Television
US news
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Suspect in National Guard shooting faces new federal charges that allow death penalty discussions

A 29-year-old suspect faces federal firearms charges and D.C. murder and assault charges after an ambush killed a 20-year-old National Guard member and wounded another.
US politics
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Bitcoin does cultural diplomacy in a dive bar

Bitcoin's anarchic libertarian culture clashes with Washington's institutional norms, creating local controversy and making crypto regulation intensely partisan.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Meet the new WaPo food critic who won't dine in anonymity

Elazar Sontag aims to make restaurant criticism more accessible by ending anonymity, restoring star ratings, and highlighting community-rooted dining spaces.
#new-years-eve
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Federal court says troops can stay in D.C., and hints at prolonged deployment

A federal appeals court ruled National Guard troops can remain in Washington, D.C. while judges review the deployment's legality, potentially through February 2026.
fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
1 month ago

9 Places to See Stunning, Towering Christmas Trees Around DC

"Golden Origins" is the title of this lustrous holiday tree created by Dutch couture designer David Laport. The towering beauty-inspired by the designer's latest golden-hued collection-can be spotted in the Riggs Washington DC hotel lobby. After you catch a glimpse of the handcrafted pleated ornaments, stop by Cafe Riggs to taste the seasonal drink pairing, a Golden Mule-Tide. Dating back to the '90s, Norway and the US have commemorated their strong friendship with the lighting of a Norwegian Christmas tree.
Washington DC
Washington DC
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Washington DC police chief resigns after less than two years

Washington Police Chief Pamela Smith is resigning after under two years amid a federal-local control battle while credited with reducing violent crime and homicides.
Washington DC
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I thought Washington, DC, would be my perfect home, but it wasn't. I found exactly what I needed in San Diego.

Moving from Washington, DC to San Diego improved personal happiness through easier beach access, milder climate, reduced humidity allergies, and a more relaxed social culture.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

2026 FIFA World Cup draw live updates: groups, matches, reaction

The 2026 FIFA World Cup group draw in Washington, D.C. will place 48 teams into twelve groups of four across the U.S., Mexico and Canada.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

LIVE: FIFA World Cup 2026 draw

Live updatesLive updates, Follow our live build-up, with analysis and all the latest news, ahead of the draw for next year's FIFA World Cup.
Soccer (FIFA)
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Trump can keep National Guard in Washington, DC, for now: Appeals court

Appeals court stayed the order requiring withdrawal of National Guard troops from Washington, D.C., while the administration considers its response.
#national-guard
US news
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Afghan national is suspect in Guard ambush shooting; 2 troops ID'd and charges mount, officials say

An Afghan national allegedly ambushed and shot two West Virginia National Guard members near the White House; both were hospitalized in critical condition.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Why in the Hell Are You Doing That?' Fox News Contributor Slams Trump's Deployment of More National Guard Members After D.C. Shooting

President Trump ordered 500 additional National Guard members to Washington, D.C., after two guardsmen were shot, prompting concerns about escalation and lack of law-enforcement training.
fromBoston.com
2 months ago
US news

Afghan national is suspect in Guard ambush shooting; 2 troops ID'd and charges mount, officials say

fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
US politics

Why in the Hell Are You Doing That?' Fox News Contributor Slams Trump's Deployment of More National Guard Members After D.C. Shooting

fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
1 month ago

Paula Vogel's THE MOTHER PLAY: A PLAY IN FIVE EVICTIONS Reminds Us to Look Back as We Move Forward - Washingtonian

In the mid-1960s to 1970s, the fight for civil rights and the era of "Free Love" contributed to the birth of an active, vibrant Gay and Lesbian community in the nation's capital. Like New York and Los Angeles, DC became a place for people to establish a truer version of themselves in nightclubs, lounges, and house parties as well as community-specific sports leagues, communal housing, and bookstores.
LGBT
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Where things stand with the National Guard shooting in D.C.

Afghan national allegedly shot two National Guard members in Washington, D.C., killing one; Afghan immigration processing halted and shooter charged with first-degree murder.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Suspect Accused of Shooting National Guard Members Now Facing First-Degree Murder Charges

Our hearts go out and our thoughts and prayers go out to the family of a beautiful 20-year-old Sarah Beckstrom, who answered the call to serve her nation, said Pirro. And she volunteered, and she ended up being shot, ambush style, on the cold streets of Washington D.C. by an individual who will now be charged with murder in the first degree.
US politics
#shooting
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Plastic surgeons wrestle with requests for Mar-a-Lago face': You're going to look like Maleficent'

Picture a plastic surgeon's office. You might imagine a sleek Los Angeles practice, with discreet entrances meant to conceal celebrities from the paparazzi. Maybe a Dallas high-rise, where monied housewives spend on postpartum mommy makeovers. Or a Miami location, where influencers and OnlyFans stars film TikToks of their BBLs. One city you might not think of is Washington DC. But its buttoned-up reputation belies a newly buzzing industry.
Medicine
fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
2 months ago

Is a Beatles "Experience" at a DC Hotel Worth $1,964?

It was a chaotic scene at DC's Shoreham Hotel when the Beatles stayed there in February 1964. The band was in town for its first public American concert, and thousands of fans flocked to the hotel, clogging Calvert Street. The Beatles had rented an entire floor, with guards stationed at the stairwells to prevent anyone from sneaking in. They stayed in a presidential suite, as general manager Phil Hollywood later recalled in an interview with the Washington Post.
Music
Washington DC
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Washington, DC, Is Failing in Affordability and Homebuilding: Can Mayor Bowser Reverse the Trend?

Washington, DC faces severe housing unaffordability and constrained supply, with high median prices, low affordability scores, and very limited new construction.
fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
2 months ago

What DC's Best Restaurants Are Doing for Thanksgiving 2025 - Washingtonian

2002 P St., NW The modern Mexican-inspired carryout package ($275) from this Dupont eatery feeds four and centers around a half turkey brined and slow roasted in chipotle butter and mole negro. The meal also comes with roast acorn-squash salad;sweet potato with salsa negro;marigold jasmine rice;black beans;20 blue-corn tortillas;and flan. Also included: a $25 gift card for a future visit to the restaurant. Order by November 21.
Food & drink
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

The Best Gordon Ramsay Restaurant Concept In The US Has High-Quality Food And Service - Tasting Table

Gordon Ramsay Street Burger in Washington, D.C., ranks as the top U.S. Ramsay restaurant with standout smash burgers, excellent service, and lively atmosphere.
Washington DC
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Subway sandwich thrower found not guilty in D.C. jury rebuke

Man acquitted of misdemeanor assault after throwing his hoagie at a federal officer; jury reached not-guilty verdict after about seven hours of deliberation.
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

You could smell the onions': Man who threw a sandwich at a federal agent says it was a protest. Prosecutors say it's a crime

A D.C. resident threw a sandwich at a federal agent in protest and faces a misdemeanor federal assault charge, with a jury to decide guilt.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

D.C. jury seated as 'sandwich guy' federal criminal trial begins

A former DOJ employee faces downgraded misdemeanor charges after throwing a sandwich at a federal officer amid controversy over federal agents patrolling D.C. neighborhoods.
#no-kings
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

'Big Balls' Muggers Evade Prison Sentence, Get Probation For Beating Up DOGE Employee

Two 15-year-olds pleaded guilty to assault for beating 19-year-old DOGE employee Edward Big Balls Coristine; both received probation and house arrest.
Washington DC
fromInsideHook
3 months ago

17 Miles in Washington, D.C.

A 6.0-mile downtown D.C. run from the White House along the National Mall offers monument views, improved turf, waterfront/gravel paths, and a Lincoln Memorial finish.
#immigration-enforcement
Washington DC
fromSFGATE
3 months ago

Washington D.C. Homeowners Pay Mid-Range Insurance Costs Compared to the Rest of the Country

Washington, D.C. homeowners typically pay mid-level homeowners insurance of $1,000–$1,499 annually, similar to Maryland and Virginia but pricier than Delaware.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago

Zoox chooses Washington DC as its next autonomous vehicle testbed | TechCrunch

Zoox will map Washington D.C. streets and begin testing autonomous vehicles there this year with a small, growing fleet of safety‑supervised vehicles.
US politics
fromTruthout
3 months ago

Trump Directs DOJ to Seek the Death Penalty in DC "in All Appropriate Cases"

President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing federal prosecutors to seek the death penalty in Washington, D.C., in all appropriate cases.
#irish-embassy
Washington DC
fromThe Atlantic
4 months ago

The Coming D.C. Crime Boomerang

Federal deployment in Washington temporarily reduced measured crime but risks damaging local policing relationships and may not produce sustained public-safety improvements.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

Trump Threatens to Declare National Emergency' in DC After Mayor's ICE Pushback

President Donald Trump threatened to declare a national emergency and federalize Washington, D.C., after Mayor Muriel Bowser said local police will not cooperate with ICE.
US politics
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago

Donald Trump threatens to declare national emergency and take control of Washington DC over ICE dispute

Trump threatens to federalize Washington, D.C., demanding police provide information on undocumented individuals amid National Guard and federal law enforcement deployments.
Food & drink
fromConde Nast Traveler
4 months ago

The Soulful Lebanese Restaurants That Bring Together DC's Immigrant Community

Maydān channels Lebanese and regional Levantine cuisines through open-fire cooking, wood-fired hearth techniques, and diasporic authenticity, creating a sensory souk-like dining experience in Washington, DC.
#donald-trump
Washington DC
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Free DC' Group harnesses rallying cry against Trump's Washington takeover

Washington DC lacks voting representation in Congress and activists say presidential federal interventions threaten the district's autonomy and national democratic safeguards.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

Trump Goes On Rant About How His Grass Guys' Will Fix All The Parks

Now we're going to be coming to you for a small amount of money. We're going to beautify Washington. We're going to fix the roads, we're going to fix the medians. We're going to clean up the place. We're going to put new grass in all the parks. You don't know this. Grass has a life We have a life. It's so long. Guess what? It expired about 40 years ago in these parks.
US politics
#grand-juries
fromAdvocate.com
4 months ago

WorldPride 2025: A global get-together in photos

The best thing about it was "that people showed up," says Ryan Bos, executive director of the Capital Pride Alliance, which produced WorldPride. Yes, some were afraid to attend because of the Trump administration's actions, but there was still a large crowd for the May 17-June 8 celebration, he says. Bos says that WorldPride featured the largest Pride parade in D.C. history, in terms of both participants and spectators, with Laverne Cox and Reneé Rapp as grand marshals.
LGBT
fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
4 months ago

These Confusing Bands Aren't Actually From DC

If you've encountered these current music acts, perhaps you've assumed they're from our area. Nope! A quick look: DC A UK rapper who hails not from the District of Columbia but Dock City, the nickname for a part of London. Racing Mount Pleasant They're a buzzy band from Michigan, so the name likely refers to that state's Mt. Pleasant Speedway rather than the DC neighborhood.
Music
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 months ago

Woman Stabbed In D.C. While National Guard Dined Across the Street, Suspect Still At Large

A woman was stabbed in Washington D.C. on Wednesday while National Guard troops dined directly across the street. The victim, whose identity has not been released to the public, was stabbed on the 700 block of H Street Northeast around 3:47 p.m., according to the Metropolitan Police Department.
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