D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser has urged residents to stay vigilant during Hypothermia Season, which runs from November 1st to March 31st, 2025, and has provided recommendations for helping neighbors experiencing homelessness.
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Recent home sale reports highlight unaffordable housing market in D.C.
D.C. officials are aiming to increase Black homeownership by 20,000 by 2030, but recent reports show that the district’s housing market is unaffordable for homebuyers, with home prices continuing to rise and mortgage rates remaining high.
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Downtown D.C.’s Holiday Market celebrates 20 years
The Downtown DC Holiday Market kicked off on Nov. 22, marking the 20 years in the nation’s capital, with two separate markets offering approximately 100 vendors each, and both locations are free and open to the public.
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Mayor Bowser announces $1.8 million in funding for 17 local businesses
Mayor Bowser has announced that the District’s Inclusive Innovation Equity Impact Fund will provide $1.8 million in grants to 17 businesses, with the funds being used for low-interest loans, revenue-based financing, and equity investments.
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Go-Go Museum and Café in D.C. gets opening dateÂ
The Go-Go Museum and Café is set to open on November 18 with a ribbon cutting ceremony, marking a significant moment in the history of go-go music and providing a cultural landmark for people to learn about and appreciate the official music of Washington, D.C.
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Jazzmyne Townsend takes ‘D.C. Teacher of the Year’ title
Jazzmyne Townsend, a language arts instructional coach at Stanton Elementary School, has been named the 2025 D.C. Teacher of the Year and will represent the District on the Council of Chief State School Officers, advocating for the needs of her students.
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D.C. Councilmember aims to revitalize downtown area, increase affordable housing
Councilmember Robert White is working to revitalize downtown D.C. and make housing more affordable for those who work in the area, with a goal of having a plan in place by the end of the year.
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New pedestrian bridge now open in Ward 7
The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) and Mayor Muriel Bowser celebrated the grand opening of the new Douglas Street Pedestrian Bridge, which is expected to connect thousands of residents annually and improve pedestrian safety and community connectivity in Ward 7.
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Mayor Bowser celebrates legacy of legendary civil rights leader John Lewis
D.C. leaders gathered to celebrate the John Lewis National Day of Commemoration and Action, honoring the civil rights leader’s legacy and emphasizing the importance of voting and statehood for the District.
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How climate change is affecting youth sports
Youth athletes in the D.C.-Maryland area are at risk of being affected by rising temperatures and heat stroke, with football players and women’s cross country athletes being most at risk, as evidenced by a study and a lawsuit filed by the parents of a deceased football player.
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Mayor Bowser and DMPED release report showing fiscal impact of D.C. sports teams and facilities
The Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development has released a report showing that sports and entertainment venues in the District have generated $5 billion in 2022, and that a potential Washington Commanders relocation to the city would generate over $1.25 billion in economic revenue.
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D.C. Council advances FY25 budget
The D.C. Council passed the FY25 2025 budget to second reading with a majority vote, restoring Access to Justice funds, providing housing vouchers, and establishing a child tax credit, while also raising taxes for employers and residential property taxes.
