Study finds disparity in D.C. contracts awarded to minority-owned businesses
While D.C. awards billions of dollars in contracts to businesses owned by women and people of color, researchers found that most of that money was unevenly concentrated.
By Michael Brice-SaddlerNo charges to be filed against D.C. officer in 2022 fatal shooting of woman
Federal prosecutors found "insufficient evidence" to file charges against a D.C. police officer in the 2022 fatal shooting of Erica Graham.
By Keith L. AlexanderOff-duty D.C. police sergeant killed in motorcycle crash
Police said Sgt. Jin Park was heading home from an overnight shift when the crash occurred.
By Peter HermannProsecutors say no charges against man who stabbed suspected carjacker
The suspected carjacker, 29-year-old Devon Jones, died shortly after being stabbed and crashing the stolen vehicle.
By Peter HermannA stunning gem, to honor a slain geologist, unveiled at Smithsonian
Discoverer of a beautiful green mineral was killed by bandits in Africa fourteen years ago.
By Michael E. RuaneD.C. to revise bike lane project on busy Connecticut Avenue NW
Critics cite concerns about fewer vehicle lanes and on-street parking options while supporters say a proposed bike lane would provide a safer route for cyclists.
By Luz LazoHouse votes to block D.C. policing bill despite Biden veto threat
While the disapproval resolution of D.C.'s police reform legislation passed the GOP-controlled House, its path through the Senate is uncertain.
By Meagan FlynnD.C. officials hope new USC campus can aid in downtown’s comeback
Students at the University of Southern California have shown they are willing to travel to D.C. in the spirit of in-person learning.
By Michael Brice-SaddlerD.C. police staffing reaches half-century low as homicides rise
Officers are leaving faster than they can be replaced, forcing the department to spend millions on overtime, the police chief said.
By Peter HermannToddler slips past fence and onto White House grounds
The child was visiting D.C. with his parents from Canada.
By Omari DanielsHouse set to vote on measure to block D.C. police accountability bill
President Biden has already said he will veto the latest D.C. disapproval resolution if it passes Congress.
By Meagan FlynnProtesters gather at Supreme Court to blast judge’s abortion pill ruling
Hundreds of protesters gather at the Supreme Court to urge justices to overturn a Texas judge's ruling that threatens access to the abortion drug mifepristone.
By Salvador RizzoD.C. Metro shooting suspect exaggerating mental issues, psychologist says
A D.C. psychologist wrote that the suspect was “feigning a disorder” and presented “intentional or grossly exaggerated symptoms," a prosecutor alleged.
By Keith L. AlexanderSuspected carjacker gets stabbed, crashes stolen car and dies, D.C. police say
Police said the person who was carjacked was not harmed. They said the person who stabbed the suspected carjacker fled and has not been located.
By Peter HermannD.C. mayor’s budget scales down road safety, cuts Circulator routes
The D.C. mayor’s plan to use revenue from traffic cameras to balance the city’s budget has angered some residents and elected leaders.
By Luz LazoD.C. faces big challenges as remote work demand persists, poll finds
The results illustrate the sea change in remote work habits as local leaders aim to boost activity in commercial corridors.
By Michael Brice-Saddler, Scott Clement and Emily GuskinD.C.’s 14th Street Bridge in line for $72 million makeover
The District Department of Transportation said the $90 million project is needed to address “urgent safety and state of good repair concerns.”
By Michael LarisD.C. man slain after funeral was carrying things to hearse, uncle says
Terrell Coghill died near the entrance of Stewart Funeral Home in Northeast Washington after a shooting that also injured three others, authorities said.
By Peter HermannJuul to pay D.C. $15 million in settlement for marketing products to teens
The District joined several other states in the $462 million settlement agreement with the e-cigarette company.
By Michael Brice-Saddler