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US Capitol Fencing Erected in Wake of January 6 Siege to Be Lifted

Fencing installed around the US Capitol for enhanced security following the deadly January 6 insurrection is starting to come down.

Capitol Police Overhaul System Following January 6 Insurrection

The US Capitol Police have been enhancing security and implementing a number of changes since the storming of the US Capitol.

Racine Introduces Legislation to Reform Charging of Juveniles as Adults

DC Attorney General Karl Racine introduced a bill that would modernize the process for charging young individuals as adults.

DOJ Launches ‘Strike Forces’ in DC, Other Cities to Fight Gun Trafficking

The Department of Justice is launching "strike forces" in DC and four other cities to curb violent crime by tackling illegal gun trafficking.

DC Statehood Supporters Testified at US Senate Committee Hearing

The Senate committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs held a hearing on a DC statehood bill that passed the US House in April.

Newly Released Videos Show Attack on DC Police Officer During Capitol Riot

Four new videos that captured rioters assaulting DC Police Officer Daniel Hodges inside on January 6 were released earlier this week.

DC Jail Inmate Becomes Elected Official in Historic First

Joel Caston, an inmate serving time for murder at the DC jail, was elected for a seat on the city's Ward 7 Advisory Neighborhood Commission.

Mayor Bowser Invites Americans to Celebrate Fourth of July in DC

DC Mayor Muriel Bowser called on Americans to celebrate the Fourth of July in the District, saying the city is ready to welcome them back.