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White House Arrests, Freezing Snow, and Mayor Lawsuits: D.C.’s Week In Review

by Samuel E. OrtizMarch 13, 2026March 13, 2026

Stay informed with the latest Washington, DC news. From public safety alerts to weather chaos and political clashes, here’s what you need to know.

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DC BLACK PRIDE 2026 THEME REVEAL SET FOR INTIMATE, HIGH-ENERGY ‘SPEAKEASY HAPPY HOUR’ IN WASHINGTON, DC

by The Newsletter 05February 27, 2026March 2, 2026

A house at night is completely engulfed in bright orange and yellow flames, with an emergency vehicle visible in the foreground.

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DC Faces Triple Threat: Sewage Spill, Measles Outbreak, and Gas Explosion: D.C.’s Week In Review

by Samuel E. OrtizFebruary 20, 2026February 20, 2026

An oversized wooden gavel strikes and tears a paper labeled "TRUMP TARIFFS" in a grand courtroom, symbolizing legal judgment and economic disruption.

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Trump Tariffs Struck Down Amid Student Protests: D.C.’s Week In Review

by Ondrea P. SeoulFebruary 20, 2026February 20, 2026

Cherry Blossom Festival saplings arriving at the Tidal Basin

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Spring in DC: Cherry Blossoms, Arena Renovations, and Housing Market Trends: D.C.’s Week In Review

by Metalle TagnerFebruary 20, 2026February 20, 2026

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Second Chances on the Potomac: A Valentine’s Day Reunion in Washington, D.C.

by The Newsletter 05February 13, 2026February 14, 2026

Lee's Barbershop of DC awning with 'Established 1986' and a barber standing in front, celebrating 39 years of service.

DISC D.C.: Lee’s Barbershop of DC Celebrates 39 Years of Excellence in Washington, D.C.

by Metalle Tagner and Artemis IngramFebruary 5, 2026February 5, 2026

IndyCar race car speeding on a D.C. street circuit with a government building in the background.

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Systemic Failures at DCA, Funding Deal, IndyCar: D.C.’s Week In Review

by David BeckfordJanuary 31, 2026January 31, 2026

Official DOJ documents with redactions on a wooden desk, highlighting the Epstein case.

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Mangione Case, Epstein Papers, Local Alerts: D.C.’s Week In Review

by Metalle TagnerJanuary 31, 2026January 31, 2026

Four individuals wearing VR headsets stand on the stepped upper part of an ancient stone pyramid, overlooking a sprawling modern city under a hazy sky.

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Things to Do In D.C.: Explore Horizon of Khufu, Dining in the Dark, and Jazz Nights

by Artemis IngramJanuary 31, 2026January 31, 2026

Snow-covered streets in Washington D.C. during the 2026 winter storm, highlighting the storm's impact on daily life.

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Major Winter Storm Puts DMV on Ice: D.C.’s Week In Review

by Samuel E. OrtizJanuary 24, 2026January 24, 2026

Kenyan McDuffie smiling in a suit with the Washington D.C. flag in the background.

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Kenyan McDuffie Bid For Mayor, Immigration, and Education Challenges: D.C.’s Week In Review

by Samuel E. OrtizJanuary 17, 2026January 17, 2026

National Guard soldiers in camouflage uniforms with rifles in front of the U.S. Capitol on a sunny day.

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National Guard, Hotel Murder, and Campus Safety: D.C.’s Week In Review:

by Samuel E. OrtizJanuary 17, 2026January 17, 2026

Officer Terry Bennett, a dedicated public servant, remembered for his service and sacrifice.

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Police Officer and Pedestrian Killed in Crashes: Tragic Losses in Washington D.C.: D.C.’s Week In Review

by Metalle TagnerJanuary 10, 2026January 10, 2026

Protesters in Washington D.C. rally against DC Council and ICE cooperation, holding signs and banners advocating for community trust.

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DC Council Urges End to ICE Partnerships After National Tragedy: D.C.’s Week In Review

by Metalle TagnerJanuary 10, 2026January 10, 2026

A diverse group of participants walking in the DC MLK Peace Walk, holding banners with messages of peace and justice.

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MLK Day 2026: Celebrate the Legacy at the DC MLK Parade

by Artemis IngramJanuary 7, 2026January 7, 2026

Promotional flyer for D9 Sunday at Trinity Church DC featuring event details and guest speaker Austin R. Cooper Jr.

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Don’t Miss D9 Sunday at Trinity Church DC: Faith, Service & The Divine Nine

by David BeckfordJanuary 7, 2026January 7, 2026

A "Closed" sign hanging in a modern restaurant interior, symbolizing the struggles of D.C.'s dining industry in 2026.

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Bronze Restaurant Closure: A Sign of Struggling Restaurants in 2026: D.C.’s Week In Review

by Samuel E. OrtizJanuary 3, 2026January 3, 2026

Fireworks over silhouetted historic buildings during America 250 celebrations in Washington, D.C.

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ICE Surge, News Laws and Kennedy Center Controversy: D.C.’s Week In Review

by Samuel E. OrtizJanuary 3, 2026January 3, 2026

Entrance to the "Photography and the Black Arts Movement, 1955–1985" exhibition at the National Gallery of Art.

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Photography and the Black Arts Movement, 1955–1985: A Cultural Revolution in Focus at The National Gallery of Art

by David BeckfordJanuary 3, 2026January 3, 2026

Bronze bust of John F. Kennedy on a marble pedestal at the Kennedy Center, with a frosted glass wall and engraved text in the background.

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Kennedy Center and the Intersection of Art and Politics: D.C.’s Week In Review

by Samuel E. OrtizDecember 28, 2025December 28, 2025

Long-exposure night shot of Washington D.C.'s Capitol Building with emergency vehicles and flashing lights on a wet street.

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Police Investigations Intensify Amid D.C.’s Gun Violence Spike: D.C.’s Week In Review

by David BeckfordDecember 28, 2025December 28, 2025

Washington DC things to do include visiting the U.S. Botanic Garden's holiday display featuring a miniature Capitol model surrounded by poinsettias.

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Things To Do In D.C.: U.S. Botanic Garden, National Mall Monuments, and and New Year’s Fun

by Artemis IngramDecember 24, 2025December 24, 2025

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Commander’s New GM, The National Guard and The Travel Rush: D.C.’s Week In Review

by David BeckfordDecember 20, 2025December 20, 2025

A 'Closed' sign on a restaurant door in Washington D.C., symbolizing economic challenges and reflecting the cityscape.

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Federal Workers’ Holiday, National Guard, and Restaurant Closures: D.C.’s: Week In Review

by Samuel E. OrtizDecember 20, 2025December 20, 2025