The District Report
Last Updated: May 27, 2026 at 4:55 PM
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- Porch Pirate Recommendations?
- Non alcohol late night activities
- HSI Agents Arresting a Guy for Drinking a Beer.
- the DC trans experience
- UPS Insanity
- Two weeks ago, I called the Fashion Centre mall and told them that one of the men's rooms had no soap dispenser. They said they would fix it. As of today, there is still no dispenser.
- What’s your DC death row meal?
- July Heat - Mornings?
- Spotted in Rock Creek Park
- What is on your DC Summer 2026 Bucket List?
Arlington Now
- BizTalk: Arlington’s Innovation Ecosystem Showing Early Momentum in 2026
- Sinkhole blocks road for days in Pentagon City
- Just Reduced Properties in Arlington: May 27, 2026
- Planned restroom upgrade at Gunston Park has $1M price tag
- ACPD: Juvenile pepper-sprayed bystander during dispute at local high school
- Arlington parents join national pushback against school-issued devices
- Morning Notes for May 27, 2026
- ARLnow Daily Debrief for May 26, 2026
- Madison Community Center closes next month for a year of renovations
- ACPD corporal dies from 9/11-related cancer after 35 years of service
- Arlington Forest baker finds success selling fresh sourdough at neighborhood stand
- Arlington home appreciation by property type: a 10-year analysis
- Costco food court in Pentagon City closed for renovations starting today
- A fresh approach to 55+ living at Cascades at Embrey Mill
- Pet Palooza to bring two days of pet-friendly vendors and activities to Clarendon
DC News Now
- Housing, job losses top list of concerns for Virginia in new economic report
- Entertainers unveiled for 250th US birthday bash on National Mall
- Former AG Pam Bondi says she was diagnosed with cancer
- 2-year-old dies days after Oakton crash that killed 2 adults, injured 8-year-old
- CODI Alert issued for missing 12-year-old boy in Dumfries
- Bus catches fire on I-70 after tire blew in Hagerstown; lanes closed
- Some heavy rain, storms possible later today
- 13-year-old found shot in Northwest DC, police searching for suspect
- 3 shootings involving US Secret Service in DC within a month raise new security questions
- New evidence discovered in disappearance of Mamta Kafle Bhatt
Popville
- Andy’s Pizza Owner: “urging the D.C. Council to pass the RESALE Act now, to protect consumers and support the local businesses that make our district the vibrant city that it is.”
- There’s a new Porcupette at the Zoo!!
- “Looking to enjoy live music in the community? Come to DC’s largest neighborhood music festival, Petworth PorchFest, on Saturday, May 30th!”
- DC Fresh Finds for May 27, 2026
- “First Look: Grand Hyatt Washington’s Oribu Brings Japanese-Mediterranean Dining to DC This June”
- Teaism Celebrating Their 30th Anniversary June 6th in Penn Quarter!!
- Today* in Hawks*** Around Town – Northern Water Snake (plus Rock Creek River)
- HOSU Korea – “authentic K-beauty chosen for you”
- Random Reader Rant and/or Revel
- Franks Wild Years announces Opening Date for next Week!
- Meanwhile at Freedom Plaza – Those Statues are For Real
- SO About Those Nationals’ Hot Dog Hats…
- Covering all the bases…
- Your week just got a lot better — what’s happening at Cordelia Fishbar
- Signs of the Times: Your PENNIES edition
- “Is the solution to DC’s rat problem… foxes??”
- Bummer in Bloomingdale as Etabli will end their run “this December”
- “And that plywood? The backing for painted faux-marble facades…” The Great American State Fair Cometh
- “Sign is up to honor the great Judy Heumann” – “internationally recognized advocate for the rights of disabled people”
- Today* in Hawks*** Around Town – Great Blue Heron in Flight!
The Washington Informer
- John McClain, Music Titan and Michael Jackson Estate Co-Executor, Dies at 71
- With Ranked-Choice Voting, Some Hope, But a Lot of Concern
- Justice Delayed in D.C.’s Overloaded Courts
- Security Deposit Alternatives Leave Renters Paying More: Report
- Congressional Black Caucus Demands Corporate Action on Voting Rights
- 10 Assets of Black People
- Chancellor Dr. Lewis D. Ferebee’s Legacy, as Told by DCPS Alumni, Teachers and Community Members
- Black Lawmakers Blast Trump DOJ Fund as ‘Reparations for White Supremacists’
- Cuban Officials Reject Raúl Castro’s Indictment, Condemn U.S. Intervention
- Maryland Voters Receive Wrong Ballots, Replacements on the Way
WTOP
- LIVE RESULTS: Virginia’s redistricting referendum
- ‘The Source’ brings hands-on research to young students at the Library of Congress
- Md. county sheriffs file lawsuit challenging Community Trust Act
- Scripps National Spelling Bee guide: How to watch, who the notable spellers are, rules and prizes
- WATCH: WTOP’s Top Local Headlines for May 27
- Rain and storms could pack a punch for DC area Wednesday
- From Jet Li films to festival stages — a Fairfax lion dance team’s unlikely start
- Chef José Andrés’ cookbook is a love letter to his Spanish roots
- ‘You cannot unbird yourself’: Black Birders Week and the appeal of the outdoors for all
- FIFA World Cup Fan Zone to take place in DC’s National Mall
- Virginia high school student pushes for new legislation to make SAT exam accessible
- 2-year-old girl dies after Oakton crash that killed 2 adults, injured young boy
- Gov. Moore passes 2 immigration bills into law without his signature
- Venue gets mixed reviews as National Spelling Bee returns to DC ahead of White House UFC event
- A graduate’s journey from Kabul to Maryland highlights new beginnings
The Georgetowner
- Georgetown Heats Up With Summer Concerts, Arts & Community Events
- Police Arrest Suspect in Georgetown Cupcake Beer Keg Attack
- Business Ins & Outs: Frankies Bikinis, American Vintage, Ellizabetta La Strega; Ally Banks
- An Evening in Bloom at Tudor Place’s Annual Garden Party
- In Country: Amy Goodman Champions Free Press at DocWeek Middleburg
- Mayoral Candidates Debate Crime, Affordability, Federal Meddling
- The Nationals’ Newest Rookie Has Four Paws
- ‘Orpheus’ Concert, Embassy Art at Bloomberg Center
- Barney Frank (1940-2026): A Hero of Mine
- Memorial Day Weekend Brings Music, Theater & Tradition to D.C.
Greater Greater Washington
- Breakfast links: Maryland Governor signs housing bills
- The other DC congestion pricing study
- Breakfast links: Lightposts in DC may soon charge EVs
- Breakfast links: Key Bridge civil trial will proceed while criminal case is ongoing
- Before AVs and robo-taxis are everywhere, manage the curb
- Play GGWash Junctions weekly word puzzle #47
- Breakfast links: Unpaid snow removal bills puts future of DC’s emergency preparedness in question
- Do Something #119: We’re baaaack
- DC’s new mayor and council need to know three things about affordable housing
- Breakfast links: Virginia Supreme Court will review Arlington Missing Middle case
HillRag
730DC daily newsletter
Washingtonian
- NDAs for Feds? Plus: Washington Post Sublets Office Space After Layoffs, and Hot Dog Hats Are Hot Online
- Anacostia Community Museum Reopens May 30 with a New Exhibit
- 25 Things to Do in the DC Area This Week and Weekend
- Enslaver Honored at Freedom Plaza, Another Shooting Near the White House, Iran War Deal Enters ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Phase
- A Debut Novel Set in the DC Music Scene
- How Do DC’s Buzzy New Chicken Joints Stack Up?
- Dan Snyder’s Potomac River Estate Is Back on the Market
- Photos from Washingtonian’s 500 Most Influential People Shaping Policy Celebration 2026
- Travelers From Ebola-Outbreak Countries Must Travel Through Dulles, Alleged Keg-Thrower Arrested, Sale of Baby Fox Thwarted
- Journalists, Politicos, Ambassadors: Photos of the Best Parties Around DC
The 51st
- 11 ways to get involved in D.C. this week
- Here’s what happened at our D.C. congressional delegate debate
- Meet the candidates running in the D.C. Council At-Large special election
- 25 things to do around D.C. over Memorial Day weekend
- Ask A D.C. Native: How do I advocate for myself in this city?
- 11 ways to get involved around D.C. this week
- The 51st’s D.C. voter guide
- Meet the candidates for an At-Large seat on the D.C. Council
- Library holds taking forever? You're not alone.
- Live at 6 p.m. ET: D.C. Delegate to Congress Debate
- 15 things to do around D.C. this weekend
- Part II: Fact-checking the attacks in the mayoral race
- 14 ways to get involved around D.C. this week
- We fact-checked the attacks in the D.C. mayoral race
- Meet the candidates running to be D.C.’s delegate to Congress
The DC Line
- District Links: WaPo looks to sublease about half of its Franklin Square office space; National Mall to host FIFA World Cup fan festival; and more
- District Links: Mayor reinstates extended youth curfew for 15 days; candidates draw attention as June 16 election draws near; and more
- jonetta rose barras: Everyone can vote in the special election on June 16, regardless of party or nonparty
- District Links: House committee advances bill to block DC from imposing a congestion fee; federal panel approves design for triumphal arch; and more
- District Links: Long-serving DCPS chancellor set to leave in June; City Cast DC poll finds Lewis George ahead in mayor’s race; and more
- District Links: DC outlines strategy to boost retail sector amid evolving consumer trends; Pirro, Bowser renew push on extended youth curfew; and more
- District Links: Group apologizes for errors on pro-McDuffie flier amid union criticism; $1B in funding for White House projects in question; and more
- District Links: House panel set to vote on bill to block any DC congestion charge; Trump taps West Potomac Park for new sculpture garden; and more
- District Links: Trump administration posts rendering for ‘championship-quality’ course at East Potomac; ad spending picks up in mayoral race; and more
- Phillips Collection’s new ‘Miró and the United States’ exhibit focuses on transatlantic cultural exchange rather than conflict
- District Links: Metro eyes transit improvements for RFK campus; researchers highlight post-pandemic growth in reading, math at DC schools; and more
- District Links: New count finds 15.8% jump in homelessness among families in DC amid longer shelter stays; Reflecting Pool price tag climbs; and more
- District Links: PSC rejects request for suspension of Pepco’s rate increase; House committee subpoenas MPD’s internal crime data report; and more
- District Links: Council sets hearing on nominees to vacancy-laden zoning board; NCPC seeks more info on plans to paint Eisenhower building; and more
- jonetta rose barras: Who among DC’s mayoral candidates can help the city fulfill its potential? (Part 2)
- Clinique Chapman: The next mayor can get public safety right. Here’s how.
- District Links: DC tourism sees slight rise despite fewer international visitors; McDuffie draws endorsement from ex-mayor Anthony Williams; and more
- District Links: Council OKs extended youth curfew bill with a 2028 sunset; MPD chief says 13 face termination amid crime stats fallout; and more
- District Links: Pinto pulls emergency bill on youth curfew ahead of vote on permanent law; GOP bill would fund White House security upgrades; and more
- District Links: Bowser looks to expand DHS truancy pilot amid council skepticism; judge criticizes Trump admin over East Potomac golf course; and more