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Hundreds Gather on National Mall, Protest That Churches Remain Closed

A group of people came together on the National Mall on Sunday to call for the reopening of churches despite the ongoing coronavirus crisis.

Pope Names DC Archbishop Wilton Gregory Among 13 New Cardinals

Pope Francis named Washington Archbishop Wilton Gregory a cardinal, making him the first African American prelate to hold the position.

US Holocaust Museum Reopens to Public With Reduced Visitation

The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum is reopening to the public on October 26 with limited capacity and a COVID-19 safety measures.

José Andrés Launches ‘Chefs for The Polls’ to Feed DC Voters Waiting in Line

José Andrés' World Central Kitchen started a campaign to encourage going to the polls, delivering food to voters in Washington, DC.

DC Attorney General Sues Hebrew Preschool Over Child Abuse Complaints

DC Attorney General Karl Racine has filed a lawsuit against Washington Hebrew Congregation over child abuse allegations by 15 families.

Children’s National Hospital Announces $5 Million Donation From Boeing

Children's National Hospital will receive a $5 million gift from The Boeing Company in support of its Research & Innovation Campus.

National Cherry Blossom Festival to Take Place Without Parade in 2021

The National Cherry Blossom Festival’s organizers have canceled the 2021 parade, but the event will proceed from March 20-April 11 next year.

DC Paves Way for Permitting Vaccination of Kids Without Parental Consent

The DC Council passed a bill allowing children aged minimum 11 to get vaccines recommended by the government without their parents’ approval.