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DC Newsfeed @localnewsfeed.org · 4h

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Budget cut means D.C. Streetcar will shut down in March

D.C. Council Chairman Phil Mendelson (D) stripped funding for the doomed streetcar service from future budgets.

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DC council passes emergency LOVE Act to allow marriages during government shutdown

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Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton’s Reelection Campaign Is Nearly Broke as Challenges Mount

The Democratic congresswoman, who has represented D.C. since 1991, is facing internal pressure to retire.

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DC Beer @dcbeer.com · 4h

Alright, here we go. 450ish beers ranked for your pleasure:

Snallygaster 2025: The Power Rankings | DC Beer

Well, here we are again. And here you are. There used to be some consensus among the people ranking about what Snallygaster was for: out of market beers,

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PoPville @popville.bsky.social · 4h

“Looks like the site long in limbo, in SW, is finally seeing signs of activity.” www.popville.com/2025/10/site...

“Looks like the site long in limbo, in SW, is finally seeing signs of activity.” - PoPville

501 I Street, SW "Dear PoPville, Looks like the site long in limbo, 501 I St SW, is finally seeing signs of activity. I noticed some heavy machinery, upturned soil, and a work crew there this week. As...

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DC Newsfeed @localnewsfeed.org · 21h

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Legal Entities Launch DC Resource Bridge

DC Resource Bridge: A one-stop service for free or low-cost civil legal help in District of Columbia, streamlining access to justice for residents.

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DC Newsfeed @localnewsfeed.org · 21h

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Police: Man arrested at D.C. Catholic church had 200 homemade explosives

The man allegedly threatened to set off homemade bombs on the steps of the church where Supreme Court justices were expected to attend Mass on Sunday.

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Street Sense Media @streetsensedc.bsky.social · 2d

In collaboration with @Slate.com we followed six people who were displaced during the takeover. Two of them have chosen to flee D.C. entirely for green space in Virginia. Four have stayed in D.C. Read the story now 🔗 https://bit.ly/3J2Y7SG

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DC Newsfeed @localnewsfeed.org · 22h

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Your weekly roundup of ways to get involved in D.C.

Plus, another visit to Capitol Hill.

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14 things to do around D.C. this weekend

The shutdown continues — but our local arts and culture scene is going strong.

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The 51st @51st.news · 22h

Ride-hailing app Empower's long and meandering five-year fight with the D.C. government seemed to be finally approaching the end.

But then, this week, the company made a Hail Mary play, @maustermuhle.bsky.social reports. Will it make a difference?

Ride-hailing app Empower may finally shut down in D.C.

The company, which claims to provide a better service than Uber or Lyft, has been defying regulators for five years.

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The 51st @51st.news · 22h

By the letter of the law, the D.C. Council shouldn't have been able to to discuss an issue behind closed doors that was on their public agenda that day.

But earlier this year, they created a loophole.

What happened this week, and why does it matter? @maustermuhle.bsky.social reports:

Wilson Building Bulletin: Curfews and closed doors

The D.C. Council rejected a bill extending the youth curfew. Until it didn't.

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DC Council @councilofdc.bsky.social · 1d

On this date in 1806, Benjamin Banneker passed away at the age of 74. He played a key role in surveying the original boundaries of the District of Columbia.

(The good, pre-retrocession boundaries, just to be clear.)

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DC Newsfeed @localnewsfeed.org · 1d

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D.C. Council rejects — then revives and delays — youth curfew extension

A disagreement over a bill to extend a stricter curfew sends the D.C. Council behind closed doors. It was one of three bills that lawmakers punted on to resolve disagreements.

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Axios @axios.com · 2d

Federal workers say they are frustrated, scared and angry after the White House threatened to withhold their back pay once the government shutdown ends.

Federal workers erupt over latest White House threat to withhold their pay

750,000 federal employees are currently on furlough.

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DC Newsfeed @localnewsfeed.org · 1d

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Air traffic controller staffing shortages resulting in flight delays, DMV sees impact

With major airports across the country dealing with air traffic controller staffing shortages from sick calls during the ongoing government shutdown.

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Capital Weather Gang @capitalweather.bsky.social · 1d

Coastal low still a tough call this weekend into early next week. Should see a storm and some rain by Sunday. How much is up for debate given track and speed uncertainties. Models show less than half an inch to around 4 inches in DC at moment! Details at cwg.live.

The latest model suite is all over the place per four chief members. On one end the European has around 3-4" in DC from west to east while the UKMET has less than half an inch.

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Capital Weather Gang @capitalweather.bsky.social · 1d

The Harvest Super Moon BEAMS over the Bay Bridge.

This photo was taken by Kim Kowalewski on Monday night. With clearing skies, you can check out the moon again tonight. Moonrise is at 722p in DC. The moon will be about 98% full.

Wear a jacket... it's getting chilly out there!

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PoPville @popville.bsky.social · 2d

“Gravelly Point Lot Closed” www.popville.com/2025/10/grav...

“Gravelly Point Lot Closed” - PoPville

Thanks to Aaron for sending: "Gravelly Point Lot Closed I asked the cop and he's like yeah because the federal government is shut down. Even so, it's still a little weird."

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PoPville @popville.bsky.social · 1d

“Nuli (“a health-forward fast-casual restaurant spotlighting African superfoods”) Announces Grand Opening with Give Aways” Today at The Square www.popville.com/2025/10/nuli...

“Nuli (“a health-forward fast-casual restaurant spotlighting African superfoods”) Announces Grand Opening with Give Aways” Today at The Square - PoPville

1850 K Street, NW photo by Scott Suchman Check out their: US Menu here (PDF) From an email: "Nuli, a first-of-its-kind, health-forward fast-casual restaurant spotlighting African superfoods and locall...

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The Washington Post @washingtonpost.com · 1d

The Washington Nationals are overhauling their entire player development and scouting departments, president of baseball operations Paul Toboni's first major move after the team finished with baseball’s third-worst record.

Paul Toboni starts to clean house with Nats’ front office shake-up

Assistant GMs Eddie Longosz and Mark Scialabba were among those affected by the organizational overhaul in Washington.

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The Washington Post @washingtonpost.com · 2d

President Trump warned of mass layoffs, agency closures and “irreversible” budget cuts during the government shutdown.

But as the federal agencies enter the second week of a shutdown with no signs of ending, there hasn't been many signs of those consequences.