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Bill Introduced for Removal of Pike Statue in Honor of Black History Month

DC Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton reintroduced a bill to remove the statue of Confederate General Albert Pike from federal land.

Investigation of 35 Capitol Police Officers ‘Witch Hunt,’ Says Union

The US Capitol Police Union called the investigation of 35 officers in relation to the January 6 insurrection "a witch hunt" in a statement.

Grocery Store Employees, Outreach Workers Become Eligible for Vaccinations in DC

Grocery store workers, along with other workforce groups, are now eligible for receiving the COVID-19 vaccine in the District.

Mayor Bowser Declares Gun Violence Public Health Crisis in DC

DC has recognized its ongoing gun violence as "a public health crisis" in a new mayor's order, and an emergency response center has been created.

Metro to Get New Escalators at 32 Stations as Part of $179 Million Project

A new contract awarded to KONE by WMATA will provide the installation of heavy duty, transit grade escalators at 32 Metro stations.

ACLU Sues DC Police Over Failure to Release Stop-and-Frisk Data

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has filed a lawsuit against DC police to enforce the release of stop-and-frisk data.

Washington Auto Show Canceled This Year Due to Pandemic

Washington DC Auto Show, an annual event that gathers many car enthusiasts to the nation's capital, is not taking place in 2021 due COVID-19.

DC Revamps COVID-19 Vaccine Application Process for More Fair Distribution

The District is introducing changes to its procedure for registering to be vaccinated against COVID-19 to distribute the shots equitably.