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Affordable child care advocates blitz DC council with plea to oppose program cuts

WTOP News 4/22 9:04A Alan Etter

A coalition of groups advocating for quality, affordable child care canvassed the D.C. Council on Tuesday, meeting with council members and staff. They re urging members to...

All-electric town houses in DC offer a solar power option

WTOP News 4/22 5:36A Jeff Clabaugh

EYA is promoting the 146-townhomes at 2501 First Street, Northwest D.C., as an “all-electric” community.(Courtesy Ipsun Solar/Hand-out) EYA is promoting the 146-townhomes at 2501 First Street,...

Monthly unemployment ticks up in Va., remains unchanged in Md.

WTOP News 4/22 5:18A Jeff Clabaugh

Unemployment rates were higher in 28 states in March compared to a year ago, including Maryland and Virginia, though monthly changes were less pronounced. The Bureau of Labor...

WTOP News’ partnership with Make-A-Wish is personal

WTOP News 4/21 10:58P Jimmy Alexander

April is World Wish Month. WTOP has teamed up with Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic to spotlight the amazing kids and volunteers that are part of this organization. To view our...

Proposed development plan for Deanwood Metro station unveiled

WTOP News 4/21 10:30P Dan Ronan

Board Members, Metro staff and community members at the Deanwood Metro station to announce a new library, housing and more coming to the neighborhood. (Randy Clarke/X). Board Members, Metro staff and...

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The Best Mexican Restaurants Around D.C.

DC Eater 4/22 7:51A Tierney Plumb

A fried oyster taco with red cabbage and chipotle aioli from Anafre. | Rey Lopez/Eater D.C. The steadily rising scene offers a bounty of tacos, tortas, enchiladas, moles, and more In the past 20 years...

A Visually Striking Latin-Mediterranean Spot Opens In Downtown DC

Washingtonian (Food) 4/21 8:25A Jane Godiner

The Peruvian shrimp ceviche from GAIA Supperclub. Photograph by Cameron Whitman. GAIA Supperclub . 1025 Vermont Ave., NW. When veteran Wayne Johnson has dined in nightlife hotspots like Dubai,...

The Best Restaurants and Bars Near Capital One Arena, Home of the Washington Wizards and Capitals

DC Eater 4/21 8:08A Missy Frederick

Corn pizza from Tonari. | Rey Lopez/Eater D.C. Reliable picks for a quick beer, ramen, and much more D.C.’s Capitol One arena is home to everything from the Washington Wizards and Washington Capitals...

Where to Eat and Drink Around DC’s Capital One Arena

Washingtonian (Food) 4/21 6:56A Ann Limpert

The dining room at the Smith. Photograph by Scott Suchman This post was updated in April 2025. Capital One Arena is in the Chinatown/Penn Quarter neighborhood, home to many good restaurants. But not...

Rihanna’s Cult Caviar Combo Takes Center Stage at D.C.’s Hot New Supper Club

DC Eater 4/18 9:43A Tierney Plumb

The “Golden Nuggets” at Gaia. | Cameron Whitman/Gaia Gaia debuts on Saturday, April 19 with Mediterranean fusion fare from a Chopped winner Downtown’s dining scene gets a boost this weekend with the...

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