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Alex Koma @alexkoma.bsky.social · 19h

Here's the results: It was conducted by a coalition of labor unions, many of which supported Bowser in '22, and they found very worrying numbers for her.

53% say she's not doing a good job as mayor and she loses 59-40 (!) against a generic challenger.
www.documentcloud.org/documents/26...

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DC Newsfeed @localnewsfeed.org · 1h

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D.C. creatives are transforming a former Union Market motel into a design showcase

"Room Service" runs through Oct. 19.

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Axios @axios.com · 1d

Smithsonian museums and the National Zoo closed today due to the government shutdown, with their websites urging visitors to check back for updates on when they'll reopen.

Smithsonian museums and National Zoo close as government shutdown persists

The zoo's panda cam and all other live animal feeds will not broadcast during the shutdown.

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DC Newsfeed @localnewsfeed.org · 1h

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Trump administration says about 4,200 federal employees face layoffs

The Trump administration says it has started the process of issuing "substantial" reduction-in-force notices to federal employees. Court filings suggest around 4,200 affected so far.

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WTOP News @wtopnews.bsky.social · 1d

On the Move: Why the DC region is getting more diverse

Immigration and intermarriage are helping the D.C. region become more diverse, experts said.

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The Washington Post @washingtonpost.com · 4d

D.C. stands to lose more than $40 million in homeland security funding, starving programs aimed at responding to terrorist attacks and other emergencies, after the Trump administration moved to slash federal grant funding by 90 percent.

Trump administration cuts $40M in D.C. security, anti-terrorism funds

The Trump administration cuts to in homeland security grants to D.C. and 11 states has been paused by a federal judge while they are being challenged in court.

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Washington Spirit @washingtonspirit.com · 2d

PLAYOFFS ARE BACK AT ROWDY AUDI ✌️🤩

We have clinched the second overall seed and home-field advantage in the 2025 NWSL Playoffs!

Get your Playoff strip ➡️ bit.ly/4h6AZiE

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Martin Austermuhle @maustermuhle.bsky.social · 3d

Update: The push to hold a referendum on the changes the D.C. Council made to Initiative 82 this summer is official. A critical hearing before the D.C. Board of Elections is set for October 22; after that, proponents will have very little time to collect signatures from voters.

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Martin Austermuhle @maustermuhle.bsky.social · 3d

Interesting: Any driver convicted of aggravated reckless driving or going more than 20 mph over the speed limit in D.C. can now be required to install an Intelligent Speed Assistance Program – basically, a tool that prevents them from going more than 5 mph over the limit.

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Martin Austermuhle @maustermuhle.bsky.social · 4d

It was almost four years ago that Nina Larson was killed by a driver as she crossed Columbia Road NW in Adams Morgan. (Story: dcist.com/story/21/11/...) It took until this week for the driver to be found guilty of two misdemeanor offenses.

24-Year-Old Aspiring Opera Singer, Restaurant Worker Killed By Driver In Adams Morgan

Nina Larson was an aspiring opera singer, American University graduate, and employee at Mintwood Place in Adams Morgan.

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The District Press @districtpressdc.bsky.social · 2d

In a season full of firsts, Loudoun United got another first win at a USL stadium, and will appear in the playoffs for the first time. We look at the game, the players, and enjoy the moment

https://thedistrictpress.com/2025/10/12/loudoun-united-ryan-martin-playoffs-garrison-tubbs/

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pepe-inaki.bsky.social @pepe-inaki.bsky.social · 1d

Audi Field hosts 4 WoSo games in 6 days this week:

🗓️ TUE, Oct 14: Power FC vs. Sporting JAX

🗓️ WED, Oct 15: Spirit vs. Monterrey Femenil

🗓️ SAT, Oct 18: Spirit vs. Orlando Pride

🗓️ SUN, Oct 19: Power FC vs. Spokane Zephyr FC

Get to Buzzard Point!

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The 51st @51st.news · 3d

"Every day I wake up, I feel like I am in a mental obstacle course."

New data shows evictions in D.C. have surged past pre-pandemic levels, fueled by shrinking aid, high rents, and weakened tenant protections.

In partnership with @streetsensedc.bsky.social and the Investigative Reporting Workshop:

Evictions rising in DC as housing costs increase

New data shows evictions have surged past pre-pandemic levels, fueled by shrinking aid, high rents, and weakened tenant protections.

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DC Newsfeed @localnewsfeed.org · 4d

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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 Newsfeed @localnewsfeed.org · 4d

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

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DC Newsfeed @localnewsfeed.org · 4d

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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 · 4d

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 · 4d

“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 · 4d

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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 · 4d

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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 · 5d

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 · 4d

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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 · 4d

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 · 4d

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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