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Top Stories: ➊ – Capitals launch street hockey league, with goal of increasing sport’s participation (Thursday), ➋ – Two workers at Smithsonian National Zoo bit by Lola the bear cat (Friday), ➌ – DC teacher accused of climbing through window to sexually abuse student (Friday), ➍ – A Beloved New York City Palestinian Restaurant is Coming to Foggy Bottom (Friday), ➎ – A Hidden Cocktail Bar in Adams Morgan Wants to Be a Zero-Waste Leader (Friday)

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Two workers at Smithsonian National Zoo bit by Lola the bear cat

WTOP News 12/12 10:46A Sam Delgado

Binturong Lola in her habitat at the Claws & Paws Pathway at Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute.(Courtesy Smithsonian/Skip Brown) Binturong Lola in her habitat at the Claws...

DC teacher accused of climbing through window to sexually abuse student

WTOP News 12/12 10:16A Abigail Constantino

A D.C. high school teacher is accused of climbing through a student s window at night to sexually abuse her, sometimes recording the abuse. FBI agents arrested 35-year-old...

Trump sued by preservationists seeking reviews and congressional approval for ballroom project

WTOP News 12/12 8:33A WTOP Staff

President Donald Trump was sued on Friday by preservationists asking a federal court to halt his White House ballroom project until it goes through multiple independent...

DC restaurant honors past presidents, East Wing with 2025 Christmas tree

WTOP News 12/11 11:42P Scott Gelman

Usually around August or September, Floriana owner James Branda starts receiving text messages about what the theme of the restaurant s annual Christmas tree will be. Branda and Dito Sevilla agonize...

Senate rejects extension of health care subsidies as costs are set to rise for millions of...

WTOP News 12/11 6:18A WTOP Staff

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate on Thursday rejected legislation to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits, essentially guaranteeing that millions of Americans will see a steep...

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6 Decor Trends Defining 2026: From Closet to Condo

DC Life Magazine 12/10 8:26A Eschelle Demure

By Eschelle Demure | Fashionista & Style Consultant Find more 2026 Decor Trends on Pinterest Hey, DC Life family! It’s your girl Eschelle, back with the tea on what the future holds. And let me tell...

10 Crafty Side Hustles You Can Start in an Apartment

DC Life Magazine 12/10 2:49A The Editorial Staff

Living in Washington, DC, is an incredible experience, but that experience comes with a price tag. If you’re in an apartment and wishing for a little extra pocket cash, a side hustle might be a good...

Which Patio Furniture Material Is Best for My Backyard?

DC Life Magazine 12/3 3:22A Eschelle Demure

For homeowners in the Washington, DC, area, a luxurious, comfortable patio transforms the entire property. In the fall, spring, and summer, having an inviting outdoor space...

How To Host a Charity Fundraiser in Washington DC

DC Life Magazine 12/3 2:58A The Editorial Staff

If you have a cause you’re passionate about and want to help, putting on a fundraising event is an excellent way to offer tangible support and connect with like-minded people. Washington DC offers a...

Essential Features That Every Man Cave Needs To Have

DC Life Magazine 12/3 2:49A The Editorial Staff

Many men appreciate having a space to call their own—a personal sanctuary where they can unwind, enjoy their hobbies, and escape from the daily grind. This personal space is the essence of the man...