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Hiring in D.C. can be tricky and time-consuming, especially if you want to be mindful of diversity and inclusion along the way. In this episode sponsored by District Bridges, City Cast CEO David Plotz sits down with District Bridges' Executive Director Brianne Dornbush and Deputy Director Madeleine Odendahl about the work they’re doing to help local companies hire more efficiently and thoughtfully, including a free business summit they’re having in partnership with DC Workforce Investment Council (WIC).
You can attend District Bridges’s free business summit on September 14th. The one-day summit includes the launch of tools and resources developed under the Talent Development Technical Assistance Initiative, focused on supporting businesses in adopting inclusive, skills-based hiring practices across the District.
You can register for the summit here, free of charge.
To learn more about District Bridges and how they can help your business visit their website https://www.districtbridges.org.
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Property crime is on the rise in DC and there’s an aspect to it you might not be familiar with -performance crime, where young people commit steal things as part of viral social media content. Washington Post reporter Emily Davies explains what the city is doing about it.
Check out Emily’s reporting on this for more details.
Plus, here’s our episode about the COVID-19 surge in D.C., and what you should do about it.
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“Beyond Granite: Pulling Together” is a first-of-its-kind outdoor exhibit on the National Mall, highlighting stories that are underrepresented in the Smithsonians. The six provocative sculptures are meant to start a conversation, and you only have one more week to check them out. Teresa Durkin of the Trust for the National Mall and Marcel Acosta of the National Capital Planning Commission explain what makes this exhibit so special.
Go check out “Beyond Granite” before it closes on Sept. 18. More details here.
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You might not know it, but DC is in the middle of the drought. But we’ve also had flooding in the city- so how can both things be true? And should we be conserving water?
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The COVID-19 hospitalization rate in D.C. rose 29% earlier this summer. But it definitely doesn’t feel like a pandemic out here. Everything’s open, people are out and about. So how seriously are we supposed to take all this? Politico’s health reporter Chelsea Cirruzzo joins us at our live taping at Sonny’s Pizza to talk it all out.
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The 911 call center is back in the news after the flooding that killed 10 pups at District Dogs daycare on August 14th. A dispatcher error delayed the emergency response, and it’s not the first time that’s happened. Veteran journalist Dave Statter has been covering the call center’s troubles for decades, and in this interview originally aired in February, he tells us why it’s such a mess.
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Poplar Point is a federally-owned waterfront property in Anacostia. It’s also one of the most contested spaces in D.C. because everybody agrees it’s prime real estate but nobody can agree on what should go there. Tristan Navera explains some of the options and who’s fighting for what.
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A new poll says most Americans think DC is a safe city to live in, but around here, it seems all people are talking about is crime. So how bad is it really? Bridget Todd, Priyanka Tilve, and Julia Karron are here to chat about that, plus some major drama in DC’s Little League and also the best pizza in town.
As always, our Friday news roundups are powered by the fabulous local reporting around here:
Check out the latest Gallup poll about America’s safest cities.
Frederick Kunkle of the Washington Post delves into Northwest Washington’s Little League drama.
Eater D.C. compiled a list of essential D.C. pizza spots.
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Locals Siddharth Muchhal and Bobo Stankovikj set out to visit every Bikeshare dock in the DMV. Why did they do it and what tips and tricks do they have for the rest of us? Host Michael Schaffer found out for us. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE And we’d love to feature you on the show! Share your DC-related thoughts, hopes, and frustrations with us in a voicemail by calling 202-642-2654. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Roller skating became all the rage during the pandemic, but for D.C., this wasn’t really a new thing. Just ask D.C. skate enthusiast, Salleta Coleman. She tells us why the District has always had a special connection to skating.
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The word “iconic” gets used too much in D.C. But in the case of Ben’s Chili Bowl, the U Street Mecca for late-night half-smokes, it fits. Bridget and Mike sat down with Virginia Ali, the matriarch of the restaurant which turns 65 today! They talk about the early days serving Howard University students, living through the fires of 1968, and what business is like in spiffed-up 21st century U Street. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @citycast_dc And we’d love to feature you on the show! Share your DC-related thoughts, hopes, and frustrations with us in a voicemail by calling 202-642-2654. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Houselessness is still below pre-pandemic levels in the District, but that good news doesn't paint the entire picture. Because there’s also been an increase in houselessness this year. The city also has a social worker shortage. Marissa Lang, reporter at the Washington Post, has been covering how this is impacting the city.
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District Dogs day care in Northeast flooded again, but this time, 10 dogs drowned. Our team talks about what happened and how the owner’s past pleas to the city went unheeded. Plus, we break down a “freedom of speech” lawsuit by anti-abortion protesters against D.C. and size up Washington City Paper’s Best of D.C. 2023.
Check out the local reporting that powers our roundups:
News4 Reporter Walter Morris spoke with several pet owners whose dogs were in a flooded dog day care.
John Domen of WTOP has the latest on what city officials have to say about the emergency response to the flooding.
Casey Parks of the Washington Post breaks down where the lawsuit against D.C. for the arrest of anti-abortion protesters stands.
Washington City Paper gave their takes in the Best Of DC 2023.
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D.C. has loads of parks and trails, which make it a great city for running. It also has a lot of hills, which, for a lot of people….not so much. We sat down last year with Washington Post wellness reporter Kelyn Soong to get his sense of Washington as a running town — and as some of his tips and tricks to get out there and start pounding the pavement.
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The pandemic changed where you work — and where the people who sell you stuff want to set up shop. In the D.C. area, this has meant jobs, and people, moving from the city to the suburbs. Will it last? And what comes next? Tristan Navarra from the Washington Business Journal is here to explain. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @citycast_dc
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During World War 2, women took on roles as codebreakers, pilots, butchers, and farmers to aid in the war effort. These women are “Rosies” like Rosie the Riveter. College student Raya Kenney has been trying to get a memorial to these women built in DC for half her life — since she was 11. She explains what it takes to get a new monument constructed.
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D.C. gets a bad rep ... in a lot of ways. People say we're not fashionable, we're careerist snobs. Are they right? Co-hosts Mike Schaffer and Bridget Todd sat down to discuss D.C.’s stickiest stereotypes.
Also, we're doing a live taping, and we'd love to see you. Come on by to Sonny's Pizza on Monday, Aug. 28. There will be a wine tasting from 5-6 p.m., followed by our recording at 6:30 p.m. It's also our anniversary party, so it's going to be a really special night. RSVP here.
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This week, a Councilmember called for the National Guard to help curb D.C. crime, Beyonce fans came up against the famously terrible FedEx Field, and a bunch of DC restaurants announced they’re taking summer breaks. The team wraps it all up with Washingtonian’s food editor Jessica Sidman.
As always, our Friday roundup is fueled by great local journalism:
Fox5 lays out Trayon White’s call for the National Guard and how the city’s responded
WTOP covers the fallout of the Beyonce concert at FedEx Field
Check out Jessica’s piece to see if your fave restaurant is taking a summer break
And check out these other episodes that we referenced in today’s roundup:
Kids are dying from gun violence in record numbers this year
Will the Commanders return to D.C.?
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When you think of city skylines, you might picture dazzling skyscrapers and high-rises. But not in D.C., where the Height Act of 1910 has given the city its iconic shorter vista. But we’re in the midst of another conversation about tinkering with the law. Should we? WTOP’s Luke Garrett breaks it down.
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D.C. can be a tough city and sometimes we all need to have a little cry. And it turns out D.C. is a great city for crying in public. Kiara McGowan from the now viral TikTok account “Crying in DC” grabs the tissues to talk about the best spots to shed some tears and how she’s making space for D.C.’s public criers.
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Mount Zion is one of the oldest Black cemeteries in D.C. and a lot of former enslaved people are buried there. Plus, it was a stop on the underground railroad! Lisa Fager from the Black Georgetown Foundation is here to tell us about the site’s unexpected and rich history, efforts to restore Mount Zion and its sister cemetery, and how Washingtonians can find their locally buried ancestors.
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It’s a common attitude among foodies that gas stoves are better, but not if you ask Rob Rubba, chef at Oyster Oyster. And he would know, because he just won a James Beard Award. As D.C. Council considers legislation that incentivizes a switch from gas stoves to electric, Rob tells us why in his kitchen, it’s electric!
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While America is talking about what’s happening in a certain local courtroom, our team is talking about the mystery of a canceled Asian American book festival, the non-mystery of why DC loses power in thunderstorms, and another plan to fix Pennsylvania Avenue. Here’s some more info on today’s stories:
Our newsletter Hey DC covered the Asian American Lit Festival cancellation
Read more about DC Plug to see how it might affect your home.
Hey DC also had a piece about the plans to reimagine Pennsylvania Avenue
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What are D.C.'s most overrated restaurants? Is $20 for a sandwich actually a reasonable price? Washingtonian’s food editor Jessica Sidman joins the City Cast crew to hash out restaurant hot takes that might make your blood boil.
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D.C.’s streets are full of hidden histories. JoAnn Hill wrote the literal book on them, and she’s here to share some of the weirdest — and darkest — stories behind famous D.C. sites, like Dupont Underground, the Supreme Court, and Soldier’s Home Cemetery.
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We’ve had excessive heat warnings the last few days in D.C. and with the start of August, things probably aren’t cooling off any time soon. City Cast contributor Austin Graff has some tips on how we can stay cool in the city.
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Metro is considering its largest expansion since the announcement of the Silver Line. Jordan Pascale, WAMU’s Transportation Reporter, shares details of the potential new routes and an overall vision for D.C.’s transportation future.
Here’s that survey if you wanna participate!
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It’s hot, even for us sweat acclimated Washingtonians. Our team is covering how to stay cool, plus an invasion of poisonous worms in the District. Also, we pitch in on the interesting debate afoot about D.C.’s ugliest buildings.
Per usual, our roundups are powered by local reporting:
Check out D.C.’s cooling stations using this map.
Kevin Ambrose and Kasha Patel from The Washington Post have you covered on the worm situation.
Got feelings on the ugliest building in D.C.? Tell Reddit about it!
And big news, we're having an anniversary party and live taping on August 28 at 6:30 pm. Come join us!
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Tom Sietsema has spent a career eating his way through town as the Washington Post’s restaurant critic. He won’t tell us his secret aliases for reservations, but he is here to spill some other secrets, like why it’s important to check out a restaurant bathroom, his worst D.C. dining experience, and why brunch is for suckers.
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No matter where you live, summers in D.C. are brutal. But do you know what it feels like to wake up in a nylon tent when it's like this? Street Sense vendor Chris Cole does, and she says it’s the summers, not the winters, that are the hardest to handle. In this episode that originally aired last August, she shares her story.
Call 311 if you need help or information on heat exposure and resources to deal with it. Here are some ways you can help D.C.’s unhoused communities. And be sure to check out Street Sense’s comprehensive reporting on this issue.
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It’s been a deadly summer in DC so far. 12 kids have already died from gunfire this year. Emily Davies, reporter at the Washington Post, has been covering this troubling and complicated story.
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On Friday, the Washington Commanders gained a new owner — and the city lost a collective enemy. Defector Media's Dave McKenna, a man who spent years chronicling the lows of the Dan Snyder era, is here to talk about what it was like to watch Snyder’s reign end — and what we should expect from Josh Harris, the new owner who fans have been greeting like a hero.
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D.C. has a new Police Chief. Will she find a solution to the District’s crime surge? How does her appointment change the politics of the crime bill? City Cast’s Julia Karron and Dan Reed of Greater Greater Washington talk it out. Plus, we breakdown the future of ranked choice voting and where to watch the Women’s World Cup!
Check out the local reporting that powers our roundups:
Peter Hermann and Emily Davies of the Washington Post have got your primer on the new Police Chief.
Martin Austermuhle at DCist has the scoop on the future of ranked choice voting in the District and Arlington.
Friend of the Pod Chelsea Cirruzzo from Axios breaks down where to watch the Women’s World Cup.
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Washington is on the cusp of a new stadium debate: The Commanders, now under new ownership, want out of Landover, and the mayor wants to bring them back to the old RFK Stadium site. But it’s not a slam-dunk. Even if you ignore the question of who pays for it, plenty of people don’t think a football stadium is the best use for one of the city’s few open parcels of land. The Washington Post’s Sam Fortier is here to explain who’s who.
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July is Disability Pride Month, and we need to talk about the accessibility of D.C.’s spaces. One in four adults in D.C. have a disability and more than one in 10 have a mobility disability. Still, D.C. businesses are struggling to get up to snuff on accessibility. Kristin Duquette, Former Paralympian, Truman Project fellow, and D.C. resident breaks down why and what we can do about it.
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The Lotus and Water Lily Festival is in full bloom over at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens and will be running until July 22nd, where you can catch the iconic lotuses. It’s one of Cornelia Poku from the instagram Black Girls Explore DC, favorite spots in the city. She joins us today to tell us all about it.
More details about KAG’s Lily and Lotus Festival here.
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There’s an ugly fight going on about terrible conditions, tenant protests, and questionable evictions at an apartment building in DC’s Brookland neighborhood — and it raises questions about just what your rights are as a tenant in Washington. Morgan Baskin from DCist has been covering it and is here to tell us what’s going on.
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DC Council passed emergency crime legislation in its last meeting of the session. Will it actually quell the rising crime stats across the city? City Cast’s Priyanka Tilve and Washington City Paper’s Alex Koma are here to talk about that, plus potential new routes on the Metro, and what may be the best bathrooms in the region.
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The McMillan Sand Filtration Site is about to emerge as the Reservoir District, rebranding a part of town that for years, was the focal point of the city's most annoying debate. Mike Neibauer from the Washington Business Journal is here to tell us what the new development, with a huge swathe of townhouses, retail and office space, will look like. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @citycast_dc.
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Fringe Festival kicks off today! It’s an exciting annual event that highlights the local theater scene, but … it’s in Georgetown, famously one of the most annoying neighborhoods to get to. Or maybe that’s an unfair rap! Local guide and City Cast DC contributor Austin Graff is here to tell us why Georgetown is worth your effort, and what you should see, eat, and drink once you get there.
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If this is your least favorite time of year for D.C. weather, you’re not alone. I’m right there with you. It’s been hot, sticky, and humid the last few weeks. And you’re probably looking to be near some water. Whether you’re a lake person, a river person, or an ocean person, local travel guide Tim Ebner has got you covered.
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The city is pushing ahead with plans to build a controversial homeless shelter in a former George Washington University dorm. It’s on a block with 2 hotels and Michelin-starred restaurants, and Michael Brice-Sadler from the Washington Post is here to tell us how residents, advocates, and business owners in the area all feel about it.
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The Canadian wildfires are likely to keep smogging up our air on and off through October. The team is here to discuss cheap air filter alternatives, whether Metro’s new branding strategy will make you more likely to ride, and best ice cream spots in the DMV.
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This fall, DC will open its first new neighborhood high school in decades. Harold McCray, the new principal of MacArthur High School, joins us to share how you pick a mascot and traditions for a brand-new school — and why he thinks parents should enroll their kids ASAP.
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There's a big debate happening in Shaw over potential new condos at 1515 Ninth Street NW. A local developer wants to replace the vacant building and parking lot with a six-story-high building. But some residents see the development as a "monstrosity" that will ruin the neighborhood. Today, two neighbors with different perspectives hash it out.
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CAVA just went public, to huge success in the market. District Taco announced this year that it wants to go national soon. CYM is going national already. D.C. has SO MUCH success as an incubator for fast-casual spots! Why!? City Cast DC Contributor Tim Ebner is here, as well as one of the co-founders of the Indian fast-casual eatery, RASA to dig into it. Pun intended. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hundreds of people showed up to a Montgomery County school board meeting this week, protesting the LGBTQ+ books in the curriculum. Plus, there’s a lot of uproar over Qatar potentially investing in the D.C. sports franchise that owns the Wizards, Mystics, and Capitals. And for some fun at the end, we’ve got Fourth of July events for you.
Check out the local reporting that powers our roundups:
Axios DC’s Chelsea Ciruzzo is all over the MoCo School Board protests.
Candace Buckner of The Washington Post has some FEELINGS on sportswashing.
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This week has brought still more ugly workplace sexual misconduct allegations in the case of John Falcicchio, who was Mayor Bowser’s indispensable top aide until his abrupt resignation in March. Alex Koma from City Paper is the reporter behind one of the scoops, and he’s here to tell us what’s happening — and what it may say about just what sort of office culture exists around D.C.’s mayor.
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Traffic fatalities in D.C. are up 50% this year. But enforcement is way down. Now, the city is sending out texts and mail to high-risk drivers, to remind them to obey the law. Jordan Pascale, transportation reporter at WAMU, is here to explain why D.C.’s traffic enforcement is so haphazard and what’s being done about it.
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Lime broke its D.C.-area record for e-scooter and e-bike trips in May, with 430,000 trips. It’s proof of the thing we’re all feeling: that these new forms of transportation are everywhere. What does that mean for the culture, the look, and the feel of D.C.?
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Bears! They’ve been spotted in Rockville, Hyattsville, Arlington, Roosevelt Island, and Northeast D.C.’s Brookland, where neighbors called animal control about a bear they named Franklin, after the street where he was roaming. Lauren Crossed from the Humane Rescue Alliance is here to explain why the bears are hitting urban neighborhoods, and what to do if you see one.
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In this week’s roundup, Cuynet Dil from Axios DC and City Cast contributor Dan Reed are here to chat about the latest in the troubling saga of John Falcicchio, the top mayoral aide who abruptly left his job this spring. Plus, House Republicans have unveiled a draft budget bill that includes a bunch of riders that would change how we drive, go to the doctor, and regulate cannabis sales. And Montgomery County is up in arms over an app that allows people to rent private pools.
Check out this local reporting that informed our chat:
Cuneyt Dil has reported extensively on the Falcicchio investigation
Check out Martin Austermuhle’s piece about the GOP draft spending bill
The Washington Post has covered the Swimply drama in Montgomery County
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Washington is the rare city where locals have three airports to choose from. And even if you’re aiming to buy tickets just based on price, it’s not always that simple to figure out what works best. Scott Keyes, the founder of Going — formerly Scott’s Cheap Flights — is here to walk us through the secret strategies of Dulles, National, and BWI.
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The DC public library is officially kicking off its annual dinosaur roar competition. In the past, the contest has been so popular it’s gone global, and the children’s librarian behind the whole thing, Elaine Pelton, explains what that says about our city, and how you can join the competition.
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Today we’re all about festivals — summer in D.C. is full of them, and Nicole Schaller from District Fray is here to tell you which ones to hit, which to skip, and how to get the most out of them.
This is the final episode of our Summer Entertainment Guide, presented by Clyde’s Restaurant Group, where we help you make sense of summer’s overwhelming options for how to spend your days. Check out the other two episodes here:
D.C.’s Best Outdoor Movie Screenings
Why You Need to Visit Anacostia Park
Listen to our episode covering the failings of D.C’s 911 system.
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There’s a big fight going on over adding more flights to DCA — which side should you be on? Plus, Britt Peterson is here to talk about her Washingtonian expose about the scandal that brought down Casa Ruby, a once-celebrated refuge for Trans kids in D.C. And City Cast DC’s Priyanka Tilve is here with some Juneteenth events you gotta attend.
Check out these stories that fueled our episode:
Cuneyt Dil from Axios has the latest on the DCA fight.
Britt’s piece about Casa Ruby is a must-read.
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The fight for statehood has been a longstanding wish for residents of the District. Will D.C. get it? Who is against it? And what would it look like if the District got it? D.C. broadcast legend Kojo Nnamdi gives us his perspective on what D.C. statehood could look like if it’s granted.
This episode won a Dateline Award, from the Society of Professional Journalists. It was one of three awards we won from the organization this week. Thank you for your continued support!
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D.C. is in prime season for snake sightings. That might sound a little scary for some, but local wildlife educator Caroline Seitz says they're more afraid of us than we are of them. Her love for the scaly, slithery creatures is infectious, and she explains what to do when you see one.
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D.C. has one of the most dynamic parks around. It’s bigger than NYC’s Central Park, and you can roller skate, go boating, or even take a class. Richard Trent is the Executive Director of Friends of Anacostia Park and he tells us what it has to offer.
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Did you know that Dave Thomas Circle — that weird, notoriously chaotic triangle-shaped block out in Northeast where there used to be a Wendy’s — was never actually officially designated Dave Thomas Circle? Now there’s a plan to give it a new name and redesign the space. Maura Brophy runs the NoMa Business Improvement District and she tells us what‘s in store for the space. Got a name you think would work? Submit it here.
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It’s hazy out there! We chat about what to do about the Canadian smoke spreading across D.C. Plus, Congress has some thoughts on voting rules in the District. And of course, it’s pride month, and CCDC contributor Dan Reed has been reading up on that month’s local history.
As always, our Friday episode is fueled by local journalism:
Capital Weather Gang is all over the haze and smoke status around the city.
WAMU’s got you covered on what went down with Congress.
Check out all the local Pride events in the city.
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D.C.’s craft brewery scene is young, but prolific. There are 16 craft breweries in the city, and it’s home to the largest percentage of Black beer brands in the U.S. So where should you start with your tastings? Kim Bender, the CEO of Heurich House and Executive Director of the D.C. Brewers Guild is here with recs. Plus, we’ve got a room full of beer lovers with us at this live taping at Right Proper’s Brookland location.
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D.C. residents voted to phase out the tipped minimum wage, and it’s finally now happening, but gradually and confusingly. In the meantime, what’s happening to prices? What does the service charge mean? And are you still supposed to tip? Jessica Sidman from Washingtonian is here to walk us through it all.
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It’s our first ever live taping! We’re at Politics and Prose Union Market, but we’re still talking about the news in D.C. — like the far too many judicial vacancies, some National Zoo news, and holiday book suggestions. City Cast CEO David Plotz and Anton Bogomazov, who is the Chief Adult Book Buyer at Politics and Prose, join host Michael Schaffer to chat about it all.Here are some of the other episodes we called back to in this one: -Our team breaks down D.C.'s new criminal code-Jamie Kirchick tells us about the secret history of gay Washington-Shahan Mufti tells us about the biggest hostage crisis on U.S. soil, and why no one remembers itAs always, our Friday roundup is powered by some great local journalism:-Check out The Washington Post’s coverage of the judicial vacancies.-DCist was all over the new Andean bear cubs that arrived at the zoo.-And buy local this holiday season! Politics and Prose released their holiday newsletter with their picks this season.And if you hadn’t heard about the bears at all yet, you should sign up for our sister newsletter Hey DC. Our editor Kaela got to that news fast. Subscribe here. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @citycast_dc.And we’d love to feature you on the show! We’re collecting New Year’s Resolutions for D.C. Share yours with us in a voicemail by calling 2026422654.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There’s been a push to require that all D.C. childcare workers have college degrees, and the first set of new regulations go into effect today. But, people who disagree with the law say it’s putting a lot of qualified people out of work. Today we're hearing from Robert McNamara from the Institute For Justice and Councilmember Christina Henderson as they try to make their case.Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @citycast_dc.And we’d love to feature you on the show! Share your DC-related thoughts, hopes, and frustrations with us in a voicemail by calling 202-642-2654.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Today is the last day of Native American Heritage Month, but we shouldn’t limit conversations about Indigenous culture to November. So we’re joined by Dana Hedgepeth and Mary Phillips to chat about the rich history of D.C.’s indigenous communities and all the ways to celebrate them. Also, we’re doing our first live taping TODAY! It’s happening at the Politics and Prose at Union Market. We start at 6:30 pm. Our whole team will be there, along with City Cast CEO David Plotz and Anton Bogomazov from Politics and Prose. Come hang out, see how we make this show, and join us for drinks afterwards!
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It’s Giving Tuesday. And whether you’re writing a check or planning to volunteer your time, you’ll want to know whether you can trust the organizations you’re donating to. The Catalogue for Philanthropy: Greater Washington publishes an annual guide to local giving, and they’re here with some timely advice.
This year, make your Giving Tuesday donations through GiveLocalTogether.org.
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Washington is full of world-famous tourist sites, but there are so many hidden gems you’ve probably never heard of. Today, we’re sitting down with Clockout DC’s Jade Womack to talk about lesser-known spots where you can take the out-of-towner who thinks they’ve seen it all.
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For some reason, we all just take it for granted that every Thanksgiving, the White House pardons a turkey. Have you ever stopped to think about how the turkeys are chosen? Where they come from? Where they stay in D.C., and where they go afterwards? We found out for you, and learned more about turkey personalities than we ever thought possible.
Also, big news, our first-ever live taping is one week away. Come hang with us as we record our weekly news roundup, at Union Market’s Politics & Prose, on Nov. 30. More details here.
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In March 1977, a group of Hanafi Muslim gunmen took 149 people hostage in Washington, D.C. Marion Barry was shot. A Howard journalist was killed. But today, almost no one remembers the siege. With a big new book that drops today and has already drawn rave reviews, author Shahan Mufti is out to change that.
You can find Mufti’s book, American Caliph: The True Story of a Muslim Mystic, a Hollywood Epic, and the 1977 Siege of Washington, DC here.
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D.C. has a ton of bookstores with their own personalities. So how can you possibly pick one? Coralyn Maguigad, who’s been exploring every bookstore in the District, gives us her tips.
Plus, check out this recent roundup, where we talk about the sidewalk vending controversy.
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DC Council this week agreed to overhaul the city’s ancient criminal code, but not everyone’s thrilled about it, including the mayor and police chief. Plus, we’re talking Thanksgiving plans, and where to watch the World Cup.
Our roundup relies on local journalism. Here’s what we pulled from this year:
NBC Local’s piece about D.C.’s new criminal code
DCist’s guide to World Cup viewing around town
Hey DC’s list of Thanksgiving dinner spots
And if you’re traveling this Thanksgiving, check out our episodes about Union Station’s $10B facelift and traveling to Dulles via the Silver Line.
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The Washington Commanders are looking for a new home. They currently play at the much-maligned FedEx Field in Landover, MD. But could they ever return to the District at the old RFK Stadium site? Sports columnist Rick Snider tells us why it’s not as far-fetched as it seems. And we're doing a holiday giveaway!! You can win two free tickets to the Heurich House Christmas Markt by sending us a voicemail about your D.C.-focused New Year's Resolutions. How do you want to see the city improve in 2023? Tell us, by calling 2026422654, and you'll be entered into the raffle. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter (TRY TO CHANGE IT UP EVERY TIME) We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @citycast_dc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ruth Tam and Patrick Fort, the team behind WAMU’s Dish City, join us to chat about all things D.C. food. Whether it’s Old Bay on crabs, the history of D.C.’s Chinatown, or half smokes and pupusas, we’ve got you covered.
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Go-Go has been THE sound of D.C. since the late 1970’s. In 2020, Mayor Muriel Bowser designated it the official music of the District. But should it be? Hosts Michael Schaffer and Bridget Todd discuss what Go-Go means to both of them, how its influenced their perspective on the city, and if Go-Go could go national.
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Dulles Airport used to be in the middle of nowhere. But 21st century suburban sprawl caught up to the Space Age airport — and as of this month, so has Metro. Will people use it? We’re talking to Washington Post transportation reporter Lori Aratani about the airport’s future — and her secret tips on how to navigate the place. To find out how to reuse and recycle some of your second-hand household goods, check out the District’s new website. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @citycast_dc. And we’d love to feature you on the show! Share your DC-related thoughts, hopes, and frustrations with us in a voicemail by calling 2026422654. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
D.C. Attorney General Karl Racine delivered yet another blow to Dan and Tanya Snyder as they apparently prepare to sell the Washington Commanders. Sports journalist Kevin Blackistone and Greater Greater Washington’s Dan Reed join us to talk about how the latest investigation details could affect the Commanders’ sale. We’re also talking election results in Maryland and Virginia, and about a wonky D.C. policy about sidewalks.
As always, our Friday roundup is powered by great local journalism:
Commanders called out for statement criticizing AG Karl Racine (WashPo Local)
Election results and analysis for DC, Maryland, and Virginia (WashPo Local)
Vendors unite to decriminalize unlicensed street vending in DC (WTOP)
Sign up to testify at the DC Council public hearing on sidewalk vending before 5 p.m. on Monday.
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While federal Washington was paying attention to the midterms, hometown D.C. had its own consequential election on Tuesday. What happened? Washington Post city hall reporter Michael Brice-Saddler is here to break it down for us.
And check out these juicy updates on how restaurants are planning to deal with the new normal, now that I-82 has passed, courtesy of our friend Jessica Sidman from Washingtonian.
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First up, we've got election results for you. And then for something completely different — Is D.C. a good place to hike? What about rock climbing and kayaking? Calleva Founder and outdoorsy expert Nick Markoff joins us to talk about the incredible outdoor sports available in the D.C. area for the adventurous among us.
Plus, we're here to answer any lingering election questions you've got, in an episode coming out Thursday. Leave us a voicemail with your questions by calling 2026422654. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There’s been a one-man crusade against D.C. Home Rule in the House of Representatives. But if Republicans turn the House, could it mean Home Rule is actually in danger? Cuneyt Dil from Axios D.C. explains how this year's national elections could mean for Washingtonians. If you need to find your voting site, click here. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @citycast_dc. And we’d love to feature you on the show! Share your DC-related thoughts, hopes, and frustrations with us in a voicemail by calling 2026422654. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We’ve got one more election prep episode for you before voting ends tomorrow. There’s a ballot initiative on scrapping the tipped minimum wage, and a lot of people are confused. How is this different from the 2018 vote? Would it affect restaurant menu prices? Michael Brice-Saddler from the Washington Post is here to explain.
And we’ve also got a bunch of other election guides for ya: Matt Frumin’s Vision for Ward 3 What David Krucoff Wants for Ward 3 What Maryland Voters Need To Know What’s At Stake In The Virginia Election D.C.’s Unusually Spicy General Election
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Dan and Tanya Snyder are officially considering selling the Washington Commanders football team. Twitter is buzzing, of course, as are we. The City Cast DC team chats about that, MPD dropping a bunch of gun and drug charges over an internal investigation, and Taylor Swift snubbing the DMV in a big way.
As always, our Friday roundup is powered by local journalism:
Axios DC breaks down the Snyder news
WashPo Local covers the dropped charges and the controversy that got us here
And we’ve got to tip our hats to Martin Austermuhle’s Twitter thread full of TSwift puns
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In our final installment of our election coverage, we’ve got D.C. proper covered. What’s the deal with the At-Large Council Race and why is it so competitive? Alex Koma from Washington City Paper breaks it all down for us.
Check out Alex Koma’s coverage on the at-large candidates and State Board of Education race.
From the news section: Margaret Barthel’s threads on the 14-hour-long Prince William County: part 1 and part 2
And we’ve also got a bunch of other election guides for ya: An explainer on I-82, the “tipped minimum wage” question on the D.C. ballot Matt Frumin’s Vision for Ward 3 What David Krucoff Wants for Ward 3 What Maryland Voters Need To Know What Virginia Voters Need To Know
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Should marijuana be legal in Maryland? And what does this year’s Governor race say about politics in the state more generally? Hannah Gaskill from the Baltimore Sun tells us everything else you need to know ahead of the Maryland elections next week.
Read up more ahead of the election here: https://www.baltimoresun.com/hannah-gaskill-staff.html https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2022/10/26/editorial-board-endorsements-dc-maryland-virginia-2022/ https://wtop.com/maryland/2022/10/question-4-maryland-voters-asked-to-weigh-in-on-marijuana-legalization/
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We’re a week out from the election and here at City Cast, we’re keeping everyone informed about the various races. Today is our first election guide, and it’s for Virginia voters. Public radio reporter Micheal Pope fills us in on the local races to watch, including Abigail Spanberger v. Yesli Vega and why “missing middle housing” could determine Arlington’s County Board.
Check out these articles for more election information: https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2022/09/22/virginia-general-election-ballot-faq/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/education/2022/10/24/loudoun-school-board-election/ https://www.washingtonblade.com/2022/10/25/transgender-rights-attacked-during-yesli-vega-rally/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=transgender-rights-attacked-during-yesli-vega-rally
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Halloween is here! Which means it’s time to tell scary stories. And rather than make brand-new ones, we asked Washingtonian senior editor Andrew Beaujon to come in and talk to us about the best spooky D.C. urban legends.
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We’re going a bit transportation heavy in today’s episode. Dan Reed of Greater Greater Washington and Martin Austermuhle from WAMU are here to chat about what is going on with those 7000-series trains and how parking in the district may be changing dramatically.
Let your voice be heard on residential parking permits! The DC Council public hearing about it is TODAY at noon. Follow this link to keep up.
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With the Marine Corps Marathon this weekend, we got to thinking: What makes D.C. different from all other cities when it comes to running? Washington Post wellness reporter Kelyn Soong is here to tell us why, as well as some of his tips and tricks to get out there and start pounding the pavement.
Also, new neighborhood library hours are: Monday - Wednesday: 10 a.m. — 9 p.m. Thursday: 1 p.m. — 9 p.m. Friday - Saturday: 10 a.m. — 6 p.m. Sunday: 1 p.m. — 5 p.m.
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DC Council is about to rewrite the city’s ancient criminal code. And that’s just one of the many big projects they’re working on right now. To help us get the lay of the land, Ward 6 Councilmember and head of the judiciary committee Charles Allen joins the show.
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We’re putting a microscope on the Ward 3 council member race. After nabbing an endorsement from the Washington Post, David Krucoff, the Republican candidate for Ward 3, joins us and tells what he would bring to the D.C. Council. For more information, you can check out his website here.
You can hear what his opponent, Matt Frumin, has to say on his episode with us.
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Arlington business owners, here are more details on the tax changes for next year.
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D.C’s satirical website “The Cherry Swamp" is bursting with gut-busting headlines. Think “The Onion,” but specifically for D.C. One of the publication’s founders, Erick Acuña, tells us how D.C. is tailor-made for this type of satire.
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Montgomery County’s Planning Board quit last week in a huge, dramatic shake-up, and it’s Dan Reed, from Greater Greater Washington, is here to tell us what’s next there. Plus, Dan, Priyanka, and Mike break down the latest Dan Snyder drama, and look through the final designs for D.C.’s most ambitious urban park plan in years. Our Friday roundup is fueled by some great local journalism:
Check out the final designs for the 11th Street Bridge park
Dan Reed’s piece about the MoCo Planning Board shake-up
And here’s the latest Commanders drama
And for good measure, Sally Jenkin’s scathing takedown of Dan Snyder
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It's spooky season, and our team went on a field trip to Markoff's Haunted Forest. Which we've learned is actually haunted? Paul Brubacher is head of operations for the haunt. He prepared us, and scared us some more, while telling us about the origins of the forest.
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With both the Washington Wizards and the Washington Capitals debuting new throwback jerseys this season, it got us thinking about what makes those jerseys special. Mike Callow joins us to explain what makes a retro uniform truly iconic.
Also, check the Mental Health In America Report here. Need to charge your electric vehicle? We've got you covered.
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Election season is here! To kick off our coverage, we sat down with Matt Frumin, the democratic candidate for Ward 3 council member, and he tells about his platform and what he could bring to the D.C. Council.
For more information, you can check out his website here.
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The D.C. History Center just unveiled a new exhibit to celebrate LGBT History Month. But D.C’s queer community hasn’t always felt welcome here. Gay federal employees were forced to stay in the closet as recently as the 1990s. Author Jamie Kirchick is here to share history he uncovered for his book —Secret City: The Hidden History of Gay Washington.
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In today’s news roundup, we’re joined by DCist’s Jenny Gathright to discuss the history of the D.C. Jail uprising and the jail’s current conditions, Michael Fanone’s new book, and where you can scratch that itch for fall activities around the area.
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Daikaya Owner Katsuya Fukushima knows D.C.’s food scene like few others. He’s led the way on a bunch of local food trends and launched some of the city’s most popular restaurants with Jose Andres. Now, as Daikaya nears the sale of its millionth bowl, he joins us to talk about the restaurant’s journey, and what trends we should look out for next.
Want to win a free trip to Japan? Check out the Daikaya One Millionth Bowl Sweepstakes. And if you want to join Montgomery County’s Planning Board, apply here.
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The Washington Capitals are one of D.C.’s most successful teams, and they start their 2022-23 campaign tonight. The Washington Post’s Samantha Pell joins the show to tell us who we should look out for, why we should cheer for the team, and if the Caps will get to hoist another Stanley Cup.
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Eden Village is a complex of tiny homes that has helped mitigate homelessness in Missouri. But could it work in D.C.? As part of the 2022 Homeless Crisis Reporting Project, we’re joined by Street Sense reporter Hannah Loder to see if the District could adopt something similar.
And here are the links promised in our news round up: Submit your best evil laugh to the DC Public Library’s annual contest. And check out more great journalism from the Homeless Crisis Reporting Project. And while you're puttering around the internet, sign up for our morning newsletter too!
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In this week’s Front Page Friday, the team discusses the recent threats against Children’s National Hospital, the Wharf reopening, and the Washington Post’s endorsements for local D.C. races. Is there such a thing as TOO progressive for D.C. politics?
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The toxic work culture in the DC Public School system has long been an open secret. Now, Deputy Chancellor Melissa Kim has resigned over it. Tomorrow is her last day. Sam Collins from The Washington Informer is here to tell us if things will be any different once she’s gone.
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Jade Womack never expected her Clockout DC to grow as quickly as it did. But now, she’s got 70,000 followers and her instagram stories get thousands of views a day. With that success, came backlash, and Jade’s here to tell us how she’s navigates it all.
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Rent is too damn high!! Urban Turf's Mark Wellborn joins us to talk about why rents are skyrocketing in D.C. this year and some tips on how to find an affordable place to live.
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We’re celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with the longest-standing Salvadoran restaurant in the city. Ana Reyes’s family opened El Tamarindo in Adams Morgan in the 1980s, and she’s here to tell us all about its start, its successes, and most importantly — its food! Also: Find out how to get your kids vaccinated for free across the city here. And check in on the lead pipe situation in your area via this map.
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In today’s roundup, Michael Brice-Saddler from the Washington Post joins Michael Schaffer and Julia Karron to discuss a new initiative to give D.C. residents $100 for Metro, the redevelopment at Barry Farm, and where to get food for the Jewish high holy days in the area.
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September is Hunger Action Month, and as it draws to a close, we’re thinking about how one in three D.C. residents is food insecure. Radha Mutiah from the Capital Area Food Bank joins us to talk about who’s going hungry in the district and how each of us can help.
You can check out the Capital Area Food Bank’s report on food insecurity here.
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Virginia's “model policies” on how schools should treat transgender students received more than 17,000 public comments in just the first two days of the open feedback period. You have just a few weeks more to submit your thoughts. We’re joined by Virginia Public Radio’s Michael Pope to make sure you‘re informed when you do it.
You can also listen to Michael Pope on the podcast Pod Virginia.
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Over the last few months, you've probably seen a 20% service charge on some of your restaurant bills. Are you supposed to tip on top of that? Why are restaurants doing this? Washingtonian Food Editor Jessica Sidman has all the answers. Be sure to also check out her Washingtonian piece on service charges.
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D.C.’s use of office space during the pandemic plummeted, and it hasn’t returned. What does that mean for the city at large, and for all those empty office buildings? Tristan Navera from Washington Business Journal explains that offices can’t bring all workers back, so a new downtown D.C. is on the horizon.
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In this week’s roundup, we discuss why the new LIDL grocery store is a big deal, Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s new "model policies" for Virginia’s schools, and the effectiveness of getting your message across via graffiti on a monument. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
People in D.C. love trivia. And that love of trivia has reached its peak since SporcleCon, a gathering of everyone who’s into trivia, is this weekend. Nick Groves of District Trivia joins us to explain why the District is a trivia hot bed, and what residents can expect at SporcleCon.
You can grab tickets to SporcleCon here, and if you wanna find more places for trivia in D.C., District Trivia provides this list.
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D.C. United used to be at the top of Major League Soccer. Now, they’re floundering and have enlisted one-time United star and English soccer legend Wayne Rooney to turn them around. Juan Herrera from District Fútbol joins us to explain if Rooney is the man for the job, and what we should expect from the team next season under his leadership.
Also, here’s more info on the pilot program for families transitioning out of homelessness.
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85-year-old artist Lou Stovall has made an indelible mark on the D.C. art scene — from his protest artwork in the 1960s, to his founding of the Dupont Center as a gathering place for artists. Bridget chats with him and his son Will at the Phillips Collection’s Lou Stovall exhibit to talk through what his work means for the city.
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The D.C. Council is set to debate legislation that would allow the Idaho Stop for bikers and discontinue Right on Red for cars. But would this help mitigate accidents with pedestrians? Or would it just make D.C.’s already heinous traffic worse? WAMU’s Jordan Pascale walks us through it.
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In today’s news roundup, we’re covering D.C.’s potential new housing voucher rules, the feud between Mayor Muriel Bowser and Chairman Phil Mendelson, and what the deal is with renaming Metro stations.
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Throughout the pandemic, ghost kitchens — restaurants without seating — thrived. But where can you find them and how do they work? City Cast Contributor Cornelia Poku of Black Girls Explore D.C. is back to tell us all about them.
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D.C. residents have the chance to vote again on a new minimum wage for restaurant and bar workers on this year's ballot, thanks to Initiative 82. If you’re getting whiplash from Initiative 77, The Washington Post’s Michael Brice-Saddler explains why this similar measure is back on the ballot, who’s fighting for and against it, and why the way we pay restaurant workers in the District is up for debate.
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The fight for statehood has been a longstanding wish for residents of the District. Will D.C. get it? Who is against it? And what would it look like if the District got it? D.C. broadcast legend Kojo Nnamdi, formerly of the Kojo Nnamdi Show on WAMU 88.5, gives us his perspective on what D.C. statehood could look like if it’s granted.
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The battle for AdMo Plaza is being heard right now in the D.C. courts to decide if the land can be developed. Why so much hubbub over a scrappy concrete corner? WAMU reporter Martin Austermuhle walks us through it.
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So it turns out it's not just PG County enforcing its youth curfew ban. D.C. quietly restarted enforcement weeks ago. But do policies like this actually help cut down crime? Plus, the City Cast DC team chats about the Landon kids singing the N word on the Metro, and celebrate Frances Tiafoe's ongoing run at the U.S. Open.
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The FBI Headquarters at 935 Pennsylvania Avenue NW is a famously ugly blot on an otherwise beautiful D.C. street. But maybe not for long (we can hope)? There’s a renewed push for the FBI to move to the suburbs, and we’re dreaming up alternate uses for that plot of land with WBJ Reporter Tristan Navera, who has been covering the FBI’s winding relocation process.
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It’s been a brutal month for D.C. area restaurants, with a bunch of favorite eateries going out of business. What’s going on? Why now? We’re talking to the man behind the Eat DC Twitter account to get the lay of the land.
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Did you know there’s a science to making friends? Psychologist and D.C. local Marisa G. Franco has been researching friendship, and she shares some tips with us. Let’s be real: we could all use some advice on how to build friendships in this transient city of ours.
Dr. Franco’s book “Platonic: How the Science of Attachment Can Help You Make--and Keep--Friends" comes out today. Get it now for more friendship advice.
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The shooting of Commanders’ running back Brian Robinson Jr. was a huge talking point all week long, especially in light of the most recent carjacking stats. Hint: they’re high. Plus, we chat about Marc Elrich’s hold on Montgomery County, and this DC Neighborhood Tik Tok you know you need to watch.
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D.C. has a housing problem. But how can we fix it? ANC slush funds? Parking for life? Matt Yglesias, the author of the Substack Slow Boring, joins City Cast CEO David Plotz to tell us his bold plan to shake it up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Drizzy the pit bull is sweet, playful, and loves children, he isn't allowed to live in PG County. We talked to his dad Dan Reed about why an antiquated pit bull ban is still on the books there, even though it’s not being enforced, and what’s being done to change it.
Want to help overturn the ban? Look into volunteering with PB Proud.
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Union Station is about to undergo a massive renovation. WAMU’s Jordan Pascale walks us through what the transit hub will look like inside and out, and how it's going to transform the neighborhood around it.
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There are so many iconic Washingtonians. If you had to whittle it down to just four — your Mount Rushmore — who would be on it? Briana Thomas, the author of "Black Broadway in Washington, D.C.," joined us to discuss who makes D.C.’s list. Spoiler alert: it gets heated.
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It’s a new school year, and there’s a new problem facing D.C. Schools. A staggering amount of kids aren’t vaccinated. And we’re not just talking about COVID, we mean routine ones like MMR and polio. DCist’s Colleen Grablick walks us through why this happened and how schools are responding.
D.C. Health has a map of locations broken down by ward for where to get your child vaccinated.
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What happens when neighbors band together and transform a section of asphalt in their own backyard? Bridget Todd meets up with Tyrone Goodwyn, who explains the history of Crispus Attucks Park in Northeast D.C. and how it became Bloomingdale’s secret urban oasis.
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Street Sense vendor Chris Cole was unhoused for a chunk of the pandemic, and she says it’s the summers, not the winters, that are the hardest to handle. In this episode, she told us how she survived two summers living outside, and what she thinks of the government’s heat plan.
Call 311 if you need help or information on heat exposure and resources to deal with it. Here are some ways you can help D.C.’s unhoused communities. And be sure to check out Street Sense’s comprehensive reporting on this issue.
As promised, we’ve also got info on how to get your own trash super can, for all your rat control needs. And for more D.C. news, check out our morning newsletter.
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Sure, D.C. is blistering and sauna-like right now. But you don’t have to go far for a blissful, affordable vacation. Travel writer Tim Ebner’s got so many suggestions, your head will spin.
That said, if you’re staying in the city, check out our Summer Bucket List, and sign up for our morning newsletter to find out how you can win some summer swag.
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Composting can seem like a smelly, messy, complicated affair. But City Cast DC Contributor Abi Newhouse tells us that in D.C., it’s easier than it seems and could make a whole world of difference to both local farmers and consumers.
Also: Here’s Jack Fitzpatrick’s story on the Capitol Stones. A Silver Spring Airbnb host stands accused of spying on guests The feds confiscated 165,707 fake diabetic socks that were headed to the DMV D.C.'s female sommeliers are making their presence known
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D.C.’s rats are out of control this summer. Or at least it feels that way. Gerard Brown runs DC Health’s Rodent Control Program, and he gave us the inside scoop on the extent of our ratty problem, and what each of us needs to do about it.
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The Juan Soto era is done in D.C. So where do the Washington Nationals go from here? The Washington Post’s Jesse Dougherty gives fans some reasons for hope, and explains why the Nationals thought now was the time to deal their superstar.
You can grab tickets for the African Diaspora Film Festival here.
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The Whittle School was lauded as a revolutionary global campus. But after three years and multiple lawsuits, the campus abruptly shut down. Now, parents and students are scrambling to find new schools for the year, while teachers are waiting for paychecks. Washington Business Journal’s Hannah Denham has been covering the school's closure, and walks us through its rise and fall.
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If you haven’t yet been to the Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens, there’s no better time than now. It’s a free national park, within city limits, and its lily and lotus festival is in peak bloom until the end of the month. Cornelia Poku from Black Girls Explore DC just explored the park, and says it’s got something for everyone.
More details about KAG’s Lily and Lotus Festival here.
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Over the past three months, more than 5,000 migrants and asylum seekers have been bused to D.C. from Texas and Arizona. The Governors there are doing this as a way of protesting the Biden administration’s border policy. But when the migrants get here, it’s not the federal government that’s receiving them. This is falling on D.C. to handle. DCist reporter Amanda Gomez joins us to explain what happens after the bus arrives.
If you’re looking to volunteer to assist the asylum seekers coming to D.C., Sanctuary DMV is a good place to start.
Plus, you can adopt one of the newly rescued beagles mentioned in our newscast, at Homeward Trails here.
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It’s Washington Mystics season here in the District. They’ve got a fancy new stadium, the tickets are cheap, and they’re near the top of the league (unlike most of our other local teams). Kate Yanchulis from Just Women’s Sports joins us to give us tips on the best seats in the house, the players we should love, and the opponents we should hate.
Plus, the MLK Library is hosting a smart home exhibit. Check it out!
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You’ve probably seen the headlines about protestors interrupting Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh’s dinner at Morton’s Steakhouse. But that's not the only "creative" protest around town. Hosts Michael Schaffer and Bridget Todd explain how local activism has evolved with the times and if that evolution translates into real action.
Also, Greater Greater Washington is hosting an ANC training, you can register and find out more here.
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Until July 31, more than 20 D.C. restaurants are participating in a friendly competition called War of the Rosés. The premise is simple: whoever sells the most rosé chooses the charity of their choice that the proceeds go to. We sat down with founder Ralph Brabham to discuss how D.C. residents can do their part.
You can find more information on the War of the Rosés here, and you can follow the competition through their Instagram.
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You’ve probably seen the ugly headlines about Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder. Most recently, he’s been … negotiating … with Congress about when and how to testify about the toxic work culture he allegedly created on the team. But Snyder’s been an unpopular figure in D.C. for years now. In this episode, sports columnist Mike Wise shares some strong opinions about the guy and how he’s run D.C.’s once-most-beloved sports team.
Want more Snyder background? Check out this Politico piece by our host Michael Schaffer.
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Go-Go has been THE sound of D.C. since the late 1970’s. In 2020, Mayor Muriel Bowser designated it the official music of the District. But what happens when an art form that's intended to be subversive is embraced by those in power? Hosts Michael Schaffer and Bridget Todd discuss what Go-Go means to both of them, how it's influenced their perspective on the city, and if Go-Go could go national. Want some more D.C. news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @citycast_dc And we’d love to feature you on the show! Share your D.C.-related thoughts, hopes, and frustrations with us in a voicemail by calling 2026422654 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
D.C.’s metro system was built for getting in and out of the city. Traveling across it, east to west, is not so easy. The Purple Line was supposed to help with that by connecting Bethesda, Silver Spring, University of Maryland, and New Carrolton. But it’s been in the works for decades and has cost taxpayers millions more than it was supposed to. Investigative Reporter Eric Cortellessa covered the drama behind the delays. He tells us why the project is taking so long, and who is to blame.
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D.C.’s a champ when it comes to great public spaces, but public restrooms, not so much. Thankfully, the D.C. Council has proposed a plan to inch towards potty parity, and Jonathan Katz knows all about it.
To learn more, here are some resources Jonathan recommends: The Big Necessity, by Rose George No Place to Go, by Lezlie Lowe The American Restroom Association
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The Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, saying abortion rights should be left to the states. But what happens when the place you live isn’t a state? Kaela Roeder from Street Sense joins us to explain what D.C. can expect in the future because of this decision.
And as promised from our newscast, here's more info on the CPD Action protest happening on Thursday.
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