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DC Lifts Need of Doctor’s Recommendation for Medical Marijuana Access

The DC Council passed a bill on Tuesday, allowing patients over the age of 21 to access medical marijuana without a doctor's recommendation.

As March for Lives Holds Rally in DC, Homicides Surpass 2021 Figures

DC homicides so far this year already surpassed that of 2021 for the same period, according to official data.

New DC Bill Bans Discrimination Against Employees Due to Cannabis Use

The DC Council passed a bill prohibiting employers from firing or punishing an employee for using marijuana outside of work.

Massive Anti Gun Violence Demonstration Planned in District

March for Our Lives, the student-led movement that promotes gun control reform, is preparing for a major rally in Washington DC on June 11. 

DC Congresswoman Norton, Councilmember Cheh Banned From Entering Russia

DC Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton and DC Councilmember Mary Cheh are among the high profile figures banned from traveling to Russia.

Rolling Thunder Bikers to Show Up on Memorial Day Weekend

Motorcycle riders from around the country are returning this year to the National Mall on Memorial Day weekend for the Rolling Thunder Run. 

Nurses Protested Working Conditions in DC; More Marches Planned

Thousands of nurses gathered in downtown Washington on May 12 to protest their current working conditions, including staff shortage.

DC AG Announces Recovering Money From Trump Organization 

DC Attorney General Karl Racine said his office clawed back $750,000 from the Trump Organization and the Trump Inaugural Committee.