As a brutal primary begins to fade in the rearview mirror, D.C. Democrats are now trying to hash out who will lead the local party into a new era of city politics. But with leadership elections less ...

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This invasive species is spreading through the District. Some residents are taking matters into their own hands.

If you are a comic book lover, you may be familiar with such grandiose refrains as “the fate of the universe depends on….” Well, here in D.C., many city officials, activists, and residents are saying ...

Mayor Muriel Bowser has made some significant pre-Thanksgiving news, announcing that she won’t be seeking a fourth term in office next year. In a video released on Tuesday afternoon, Bowser hailed the ...

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The Players Lounge, a Ward 8 landmark, doesn't try to compete with the polished appearance of newer restaurants. There are no marble floors. No fancy lighting. No trendy redesign. Located on Martin ...

Democratic nominee for congressional delegate Robert White has a vision: hundreds of D.C. residents in cars, vans, and buses, on their way to nearby states to help elect candidates who will fight for ...