The District Report
Last Updated: May 9, 2026 at 9:39 AM
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- Homophobia at Casta’s
- NLT reached some sort of agreement to retain control over East Potomac, Rock Creek, and Langston golf facilities!
- Today's Color Infrared Photos
- Bring Back Protected Bike Lanes on L st NW
- Where to get Afghan Bread
- Why are we in cutting down trees along Rock Creek during spring/nesting season?
- Malcolm X Fountain running today
- POV: you are an unpaid Hill Intern and rent is due.
- Seen in DC
- An update on the post about mama duck! 🐣
WTOP
- Prince George’s Co. opening new center for blind community
- What does Virginia Supreme Court decision mean for midterm elections?
- Virginia Supreme Court seemingly ends state Dems’ push for redistricting ahead of midterms
- Man shot by police after barricade situation inside Arlington convenience store
- ‘The truth is out there’: Pentagon release of UFO files sparks reaction at Air and Space Museum
- Republicans revel in victory on Virginia redistricting battle
- Virginia Supreme Court strikes down Democrats’ redrawn US House maps, giving Republicans a win
- Former Chinatown Walgreens manager sentenced to nearly 3 years for inside-job robberies
- What’s next for the Digital Gateway data center appeal to the Virginia Supreme Court?
- Forget dating apps, this DC couple found love playing kickball
- Region still going big even with Preakness getting smaller this year
- WTOP’s Beer of the Week: Brujos Populus Hazy IPA
- Headliners for Capital Pride parade and festival announced
- Nannie Helen Burroughs Parade, business fair prompt road closures in DC
- America 250: How the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage became the national standard
DC News Now
- Mother's Day Weekend brings a warmup, and some thunderstorm chances
- Suspect seriously hurt after officers shoot him in Arlington 7-Eleven
- Virginia Supreme Court strikes down Democrats' redrawn US House maps, giving Republicans a win
- January winter storm response cost the District more than $67 million
- DC police makes arrest in Minnesota Avenue shooting that left bystander hurt
- US revoking passports of parents who owe more than $2,500 in child support
- Child dies in hospital after falling from apartment in Prince George's County
- Va. Democrats plan to appeal redistricting ruling to U.S. Supreme Court
- Shera, one of oldest lions in US, euthanized at National Zoo
- School bus involved in multi-vehicle crash on Indian Head Highway; 1 dead
Arlington Now
- BREAKING: Shots fired during police standoff with wanted man inside convenience store
- ARLnow Daily Debrief for May 8, 2026
- Help us at FireWorks find a new brand name for our Arlington store
- Threat prompts brief lockdown at two Arlington schools
- New walking tour spotlights historic cemetery as Falls Church marks nation’s 250th birthday
- W-L boys soccer team keeps on pulling out victories as playoffs approach
- More regional funding for west entrance to Ballston Metro set for approval
- Poll: The best moving company serving Arlington
- JUST IN: Virginia Supreme Court strikes down Democrats’ redistricting plan
- Teen ambassador seeks better community spaces, transportation to support student well-being
- Latest Democratic challenger says Rep. Beyer has stayed too long in elected office
- Signature Theatre to follow record year with world premiere, Sondheim co-production
- Morning Notes for May 8, 2026
- ARLnow Daily Debrief for May 7, 2026
- Listing of the Day: 2820 Franklin Road
The DC Line
- 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
- District Links: Council set to vote on youth curfew with new amendments; MPD probe reportedly implicates at least 15 high-ranking personnel; and more
- jonetta rose barras: Has Janeese Lewis George’s mayoral campaign violated DC election finance laws?
- District Links: House Oversight Committee demands records from MPD investigation on crime data; Lewis George, McDuffie square off at debate; and more
- District Links: Report card gives DC an A-minus on the state of its tree canopy; Bowser seeks authority to buy surplus federal buildings; and more
- District Links: New report cites 5.7% drop in DC jobs over past year; OCF investigating claims against Lewis George mayoral campaign; and more
- District Links: Bowser resubmits PSC nominations fought by environmentalists; group rejects calls to drop White House ballroom lawsuit; and more
- District Links: Bowser, Pirro unveil legislation to address rise in domestic violence; Allen bill would enable autonomous vehicles in DC; and more
- jonetta rose barras: Who among DC’s mayoral candidates can help the city fulfill its potential? (Part 1)
- District Links: Moody’s pulls negative outlook it added last year to DC debt rating; House panel advances bill with myriad DC budget riders; and more
- District Links: Council votes to advance permanent bill on youth curfew but delays emergency action; judge protects 15th Street bike lane; and more
- District Links: White House submits nominations for four DC Superior Court vacancies; DC Water faces new lawsuits over sewage spill; and more
- District Links: AG reaches $9.9M settlement to resolve inquiry into Ticketmaster pricing; court panel allows ballroom construction for now; and more
- District Links: Environmental groups battle Bowser budget proposals; funding bill with DC budget riders clears House subcommittee; and more
The Washington Informer
- Built in Segregation, Targeted Again: America’s Battle Over Black Education and Black Political Power
- Local Health Care Tech Helps Abolish $12M in Medical Debt for D.C. Residents
- The Collins D.C. Council Report: Open Meetings, Youth Affairs, and One Last Round of Assistance for Displaced Condo Owners
- ASIAMAH/ASANTE-MUHAMMAD: Vanguard’s Data Sound an Alarm on Financial Fragility in the U.S.
- Predatory Lenders Seek Bank Charters to Evade State Rate Caps
- Prince George’s County REALTORS Award $10,500 in Scholarships to High School Seniors
- An Inside Look: The Public Charter Sector’s Budget Season Fight for Funding Equity
- Record Auto Debt Crushes Drivers Across D.C., Maryland and Virginia as Payments Soar
- Reopening of Ben’s Chili Bowl Honors D.C.’s ‘Mom’ Virginia Ali
- Pope Names Local Priests New Auxiliary Bishops of Washington
Popville
- Adams Morgan “Mother of All Yard Sales” is Saturday!
- Rest in Peace Chris Donatelli
- Heads Up: “Metro resumes Crystal City construction project with shuttles replacing trains for six weekends”
- Missed Connection- CASA DC Gala Thursday Night (5/7)
- Meanwhile at the Wendy’s in Petworth – Patrons Taunted by New Lit Menus, Drive Aimlessly around Drive-Thru – STILL CLOSED
- “DC Developer will pay $400,000 to fund repairs to a Ward 4 condo building that was improperly constructed and sways in the wind due to insufficient structural supports.”
- Checking in on Astro Zombie coming to 17th Street
- Navy Yard Getting a Tackle Shop (with a SWEET Patio overlooking the water) and there will be Beer – DC Tackle Shop Grand Opening Saturday!
- Fountains also Flowing in Freedom Plaza
- DC Open House List for This Weekend: May 8, 2026
- Signs of the Times – Wait, WHAT?
- Check out these “solar-powered air monitoring park benches” around DC!!
- Hey-O! Merry Pin getting in on the Bagel/Bagel Sandwich Game
- Friends of the White Whale Society Presents – Shy Guy in Rose Park!
- Cloudette, “Reimagined French Chouquette”, pop up continues behind the Hunter & Huntress!
- Random Reader Rant and/or Revel
- Shooting in Tenleytown Update: Jackson-Reed Student Shot
- “All Books Must Go!” at the Potter’s House
- Signs of Spring cont. – Make Way for Ducklings!
- Not Just Fountains Flowing, Checking in on Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park – Upper Fields edition
Greater Greater Washington
- National links: New Orleans needs “palliative care,” researcher says
- Photo Friday: 18 birthday photos for 18 years of GGWash
- Breakfast links: Officials lay final track for Purple Line
- FOIA data reveals patterns of car ownership in DC
- Play GGWash Junctions weekly word puzzle #45: Easier edition
- Breakfast links: Purple Line-adjacent site up for mixed-use project in Prince George’s
- Unhoused DC residents sometimes prefer living outside over staying in shelters
- Transit Diary: The good, the bad, and the nonexistent M Street bike lane
- Breakfast links: Single-stair apartment bill approved by DC Council
- To understand how AC and heat pumps work, I built the world’s worst mini-fridge
Washingtonian
- DC-Area Drag Queen Jasmine Kennedie Talks “Rupaul’s Drag Race” and Trans Representation
- Introducing The Devlin Estate
- An Unexpected Chef Has Revived Hank’s Pasta Bar
- Trump Goes for Drive in Reflecting Pool, Snowcrete Price Tag Revealed, and Red Panda Dies
- 8 Cultural Celebrations for AANHPI Heritage Month in the DC Area
- 6 Embassies to Visit During the EU Open Houses on Saturday
- Shop Vintage and Sip Craft Beverages on This Day Trip an Easy Drive From DC
- Cool Listing: Ever Dream of Living at Your Own Winery? Check Out This $2.5 Million Property.
- FBI Raids Powerful Virginia Senator’s Office and Dispensary, DOJ Investigates Fairfax Prosecutor, and Brazilian Au Pair Looks to Sell Story
- Hidden Eats: The Best Under-the-Radar DC-Area Restaurants, Mapped
HillRag
- Don’t Miss Labyrinth’s Nerdy Art Market
- The Ward 6 Council Race: A Study in Contrasts
- The Delegate Race: Winning Influence, Leading the Resistance or Both?
- The Race To Replace McDuffie!
- At-Large Race Candidates Split on Safety, Housing and DC’s Future
- Councilmember Allen Visits
- Smaller Playehouses Are Dynamic!
- Allen Warns of Budget Shortfall
- Neighbors Object to Fast Food on Barracks Row
730DC daily newsletter
The Georgetowner
- ANC 2E Tackles Public Safety, Growth and Traffic in Lengthy May Meeting
- Opinion: Ranked-Choice Voting Ushers in a New Era for D.C. Elections
- Gold Cup Runs at Great Meadow and Charms Virginia Hunt Country
- Remembering Ted Turner (1938-2026)
- Luncheon Blends Fashion and Philanthropy for Alzheimer’s Research
- Social Scene: Georgetown Heritage Gala Returns to the C&O Canal
- This Weekend at the Folger: ‘An English Garden’
- Celebrate Mother’s Day With a Taste of Middleburg Luxury
- Gardens, Concerts & Embassy Hopping: Your Mother’s Day Weekend Guide
- D.C. Election 2026: The Georgetowner’s Guide to Mayoral Forums & Debates
The 51st
- Trump's attempted golf course takeover threatens years of wildlife conservation
- Opinion: Congress should keep its hands off D.C. traffic safety laws
- D.C. spent $67 million cleaning up after January's snowstorm
- Ask A D.C. Native: Why does everyone ask what I do for work?
- 15 things to do around D.C. this weekend
- 9 ways to get involved around D.C. this week
- How to get involved in the D.C. budget process
- Homicides are down in D.C., but domestic killings have increased
- 10 places for kids in D.C. that you can't miss
- Opinion: D.C. must protect venues, fans, and artists from scalpers
- Opinion: Legalizing online gambling will harm D.C.
- 16 things to do around D.C. this weekend
- May Day: Your weekly Civics Roundup
- Make Greater D.C. Again? GOP embraces bid to add Arlington and Alexandria to the capital
- Meet the first-timers running for D.C. mayor