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Corn the Turkey Gets Pardon From Trump at Thanksgiving Ceremony

President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump pardoned Corn, one of two turkeys, at the traditional Thanksgiving ceremony on Tuesday.

Mayor Bowser Introduces New Covid Measures as Cases Rise

DC Mayor Muriel Bowser said that some modifications will be made to the coronavirus guidelines that are part of Phase 2 reopening.

National Zoo’s Beloved Panda Cub Finally Gets Name via Public Vote

The Smithsonian’s National Zoo has announced that its three-month-old giant panda cub received his name following a virtual vote: Xiao Qi Ji.

DC Firefighter Grazed by Bullet While Responding to Shooting in Southwest DC

A DC firefighter was shot while he was dealing with a shooting victim in Southwest Washington on Sunday afternoon, according to MPD.

Smithsonian Museums, National Zoo to Close November 23 Due to Rise in Covid

The Smithsonian's museums, including the National Zoo, are temporarily closing on November 23 due to the increasing cases of COVID-19.

DC Policeman Faces No Federal Charges in Shooting Death of 18-Year-Old Deon Kay

The US Attorney's Office will not pursue federal criminal civil rights charges against the officer who fatally shot 18-year-old Deon Kay.

District to Grant $100 Million in COVID-19 Recovery to Local Businesses

The District announced “Bridge Fund" that will designate $100 million in grant funding for local businesses hit by the coronavirus crisis.

Chicago PhD Student Accused of Killing Ex-Boyfriend in Southwest DC Home

A Ph.D. student at the University of Illinois Chicago was arrested for allegedly killing her ex-boyfriend at his DC home, according to MPD.