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DC Voted ‘Yes’ to Make Psychedelic Plants Lowest Police Priority

District of Columbia residents have approved the ballot initiative 81 that designates prosecution of using magic mushrooms or other psychedelics a low priority.

Eleanor Holmes Norton Re-Elected as DC’s Delegate to House

Eleanor Holmes Norton, who has represented the District as its non-voting delegate in the House since 1991, was re-elected for the same post.

White House Gets Additional Fence Against Possible Election Unrest

The National Park Service announced more “anti-scale” fences being built, and area closures around the White House ahead of Election Day.

In-Person Early Voting Kicks Off in District: Here Is How to Vote

Washington DC residents will be able to early vote in person amid the COVID-19 pandemic from October 27 through November 2.

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.

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 Police Buy $130,000 Worth of Tear Gas for Possible ‘Election Unrest’

DC police placed orders to purchase $130,000 worth of tear gas canisters and grenades for a possible “civil disturbance” after the presidential election.

Activists Prepare for Second Women’s March in DC on October 17

The District of Columbia will be witnessing the second edition of the Women’s March on Saturday, October 17, this time with coronavirus measures.