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Is DC still ‘Chocolate City?’ Here’s what Census data tells us

WTOP News 2/22 9:49P Scott Gelman

D.C. is no longer the Chocolate City it once was. Experts say a diversifying economy, new waves of immigration and shifting housing patterns have transformed the District into...

Major events to impact DC traffic starting Sunday

WTOP News 2/21 7:17A LaDawn Black

Expect road closures and rerouting on D.C. streets this week due to the Chinese New Year parade on Sunday and the President s State of the Union address on Tuesday. Sunday —...

Sunday storm could dump up to 5 inches of snow across DC region

WTOP News 2/21 4:34A Jessica Kronzer

The D.C. region may see several inches of heavy snowfall on Sunday, with forecasts suggesting totals could be as high as 5 inches in some parts of the area. Related stories...

Virginia Sen. Kaine, top tariff foe, says SCOTUS decision is win for consumers

WTOP News 2/20 11:31P Mitchell Miller

Virginia Sen. Tim Kaine, who has repeatedly introduced bills to lift President Donald Trump s tariffs, may be one of the happiest members of Congress after the U.S. Supreme...

How crews are patching up potholes before asphalt plants reopen

WTOP News 2/20 9:29P Thomas Robertson

Potholes are a fact of life in the D.C. area. In fact, anywhere you have snow and roads, you’re bound to find potholes, especially as temperatures fluctuate above and below...

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Lifestyle Reasons To Wear a Suit Constantly

DC Life Magazine 2/23 9:02A The Editorial Staff

A suit represents more than just professional attire; it makes a profound statement about the wearer. The decision to adopt a suit as a regular part of one s wardrobe reflects a certain mindset. It...

12 Lies I Tell Myself Whenever I Book a 6 AM Flight

DC Life Magazine 2/22 7:18P Dan Fecht

Booking a 6 AM flight feels responsible. Mature. Like something Tony Robbins would do. I can be like Tony. Unfortunately, I am not Tony. Yet, every time, I lie to myself. Here...

What You Need To Become a Washington DC Firefighter

DC Life Magazine 2/13 2:29A The Editorial Staff

If you’re picturing a job that’s only fires and ladders, Washington, DC, will surprise you. In DC Fire and EMS, many entry paths are built around being ready for both...

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DC’s Hottest Summer Camp for Kids? Culinary School.

Washingtonian (Food) 2/22 10:00P Sara Levine Rosenblum

Noah Akman was about four years old when he started baking. “Definitely before he could read,” recalls his mom, Katherine Lew. “One day, I got out our mixer to make a cake, and I think he just loved...

Immigration Authorities Are Cracking Down on DC Restaurants Again

Washingtonian (Food) 2/19 3:26A Jessica Sidman

Last May, federal immigration agents visited more than 100 DC-area businesses , including many restaurants, seeking I-9 forms verifying employment eligibility. But it wasn t...

Why One Street Corner Now Rules DC’s LGBTQ Bar Scene

Washingtonian (Food) 2/17 10:00P Jennifer Albarracin Moya

The corner of 14th and U streets, Northwest, is now home to six LGBTQ bars , with just over 300 feet separating the nightlife options. The spots have all opened their doors...

José Andrés Group Names New CEO

Washingtonian (Food) 2/17 4:21A Jessica Sidman

José Andrés Group CEO Sam Bakhshandehpour is stepping away from the top role in the company s hospitality and media empire. Andrés tells Washingtonian his longtime friend and...

Bar Japonais Rebrands as Katsumi With More Sushi and Lounge Vibes

Washingtonian (Food) 2/13 4:59A Jessica Sidman

Bar Japonais had only been open about a year and a half when it shut down for a rebrand. The 14th Street restaurant was initially billed as a French-Japanese izakaya with a lot of fusion dishes and...

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