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DC Accelerates Pedestrian Safety Projects, Roadway Safety Improvements

DC Mayor Muriel Bowser announced there will be immediate acceleration of the city's roadway improvements for pedestrian safety.

National Zoo’s Lions and Tigers Recover From COVID-19

The Smithsonian’s National Zoo said a group of lions and tigers diagnosed with COVID-19 have now returned to eating and behaving normally.

Former MPD Employee Sentenced Over Bribery, Insurance Fraud Schemes

A former DC police employee was sentenced to 78 days in jail for accepting $40,000 in bribes to give personal data on traffic crash victims.

DC Council Introduces COVID Vaccine Mandate for Members, Staff

The DC Council passed a COVID-19 vaccine mandate for its members and employees, with only one lawmaker voting against the legislation.

DC Officers Who Died in Line of Duty Honored at Memorial Service

The 42nd Annual Washington Area Law Enforcement Memorial Service honored the lives of fallen officers who died in the line of duty.

DC Circulator Fares Reinstated Starting October 1

The fares on the DC Circulator will be reinstated beginning October 1, 2021, according to the District Department of Transportation (DDOT).

DC Riders Must Lock Shared E-Scooters to City Infrastructure, as per New Law

DC-permitted electric scooters will have to be locked to bike racks, scooter corrals, or signposts after they are used, starting October 1.

Bowser Extends Ticket Amnesty Program for Drivers Through End of Year

DC Mayor Muriel Bowser said on Monday that the city has extended its amnesty program for drivers with unpaid tickets until December 31, 2021.