Hundreds of Washington, D.C., residents filled the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library for a mayoral forum where six candidates addressed key issues like housing, child care, public safety and the city’s budget. The largely civil event highlighted differing approaches to economic growth and governance while encouraging voters to prepare for the upcoming primary and new ranked-choice voting system.
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Bowser moves to formally repeal D.C.’s ‘sanctuary city’ status
By Martin Austermuhle It was five years ago that Mayor Muriel Bowser called D.C. a “proud sanctuary city,” but now she’s trying to scrub the designation and protections it offers some immigrants. As part of her proposed budget for 2026, Bowser is pushing to repeal a 2019 law that limits how and when city agencies […]
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Locals to face off in ‘Ask a D.C. Native, Live!’ trivia showdown
Ask a D.C. Native, Live!” will bring to life the popular “Ask a D.C. Native” column with a live trivia showdown celebrating D.C. Natives Day. The May 19 event at Eaton House will provide locals an opportunity to test their District knowledge and celebrate hometown pride.
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Ask A D.C. Native: Should I raise kids in D.C.?
D.C. is a diverse city with cultures from all over the world and opportunities galore. This week, Christina Sturdivant Sani speaks on raising children in the nation’s capital.
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Ask A D.C. Native: Should I raise kids in D.C.?
Growing up in D.C. provides children with access to diverse communities, world-class museums, academic and career opportunities, and an easily navigable city.
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8 cheap but sweet spots for a DC date night
Dinners for two can be pricey, but several restaurants in D.C. offer affordable options under $20, including Momo’s Cafe, Mixxed DC, Basebowl, Immigrant Food, Mary Bar and Grill, and The Duck & The Peach.