Today: May 4, 2026
Washington, D.C. is investing $2.1 million in neighborhood safety through a new round of grants, as announced by Mayor Muriel Bowser and the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Public Safety and Justice. Twelve local organizations will benefit from the FY2025 Safe…
In a move to transform downtown Washington, DC’s government has unveiled plans to purchase Capital One Arena for $87.5 million as part of a larger $515 million investment in the city’s entertainment district. The deal would ensure the Washington Capitals and Wizards…
Montgomery County celebrated female Olympian swimmer by declaring Thursday, October 17, as Katie Ledecky Day and honoring her with a street name near her alma mater, Stone Ridge School of the Sacred Heart in Bethesda. The most-decorated female Olympic gold medalist in…
In an effort to promote sustainable practices and reduce electronic waste, Reverse Logistics Group (RLG), in collaboration with major electronics manufacturers including Acer, Canon, HP, Lenovo, Microsoft, Samsung, and VTech, is launching a series of 32 free consumer electronics recycling events across…
As Washington, D.C. prepares to observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day on October 14, several services and operations will be affected across the city. This holiday will bring a range of changes that residents should be aware of to ensure a smooth day. Transportation…
Eleven local faith-based and non-profit organizations will benefit from $1.48 million safety and security grant organized by the Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) grants, with four organizations receiving funding for the first time. Mayor Muriel Bowser announced the beneficiaries of the grants…
Children’s National Hospital in Washington, D.C. has once again secured its place among the elite pediatric care institutions in the United States, according to the newly released U.S. News & World Report 2024-25 Best Children’s Hospitals rankings. This marks the eighth consecutive…
Washington, DC, has been awarded a $49.8 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education aimed at enhancing student literacy outcomes. Announced by Mayor Muriel Bowser in the second week of the National Book Month, this five-year Comprehensive Literacy State Development (CLSD)…
During the National Book Month Celebration ceremony at Stanton Elementary School, Mayor Muriel Bowser named Jazzmyne Townsend the 2025 DC Teacher of the Year. Joined by Interim State Superintendent Dr. Antoinette S. Mitchell and DCPS Chancellor Lewis D. Ferebee, Townsend received the…
Winners of the 39th Annual Mayor’s Arts Awards which took place on October 1 were announced at the Lincoln Theatre, showcasing the District’s rich, artistic talent and cultural contributions. “Washington, DC is home to some of the most dynamic creatives in the…
