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Florida school shooting survivors find common ground with DC students
Survivors of the school shooting in Parkland, Florida brought a broad anti-gun violence message to Thurgood Marshall Academy students in D.C. ahead of Saturday’s March for Our Lives demonstration.
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Metro offers advice to March For Our Lives, cherry blossom riders
Metro is putting all hands on deck for the massive crowds expected due to the March For Our Lives, the National Cherry Blossom Festival and spring break tourist season, and the transit agency is offering some specific advice for the hundreds of thousands of people expected to ride Saturday.
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DC woman says she was raped, forced to jump into Anacostia River
According to a report from D.C. police, the victim was approached by the suspect while she was sitting in her car Tuesday night in Southeast on Buena Vista Terrace, near the D.C. border with Maryland.
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Uber, Lyft will cost you more under DC’s new budget plan
Under the $14.5 billion budget D.C.’s mayor unveiled, D.C. would raise a handful of taxes to come up with a large chunk of the $178.5 million it would owe Metro each year. Uber and Lyft would be among those taxed.
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How many times has snow coated DC area on March 21?
When it comes to snow in March, it’s not that uncommon in the D.C. area. But how about on March 21, when the region is supposed to have sprung into spring and cherry blossom blooms are on the horizon?
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National Zoo expands security for spring break
Temporary fencing will funnel people from parking lots to entry points for security checks that also will be in place at pedestrian access points from Connecticut Avenue and on the far end of the zoo closer to Beach Drive.
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Why DC is 2nd-most challenging city for food trucks
D.C. ranks in the top 20 for food truck activity in the U.S., but it’s also one of the hardest places for a food truck owner to get up and running and keep a business going, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation said.
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Free fitness classes foster friendships for youth with disabilities in DC area
For many kids with disabilities, playing Little League baseball or recreational soccer isn’t always an option. But one local organization is giving them the opportunity to be active, gain confidence and make lifelong friendships.
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Revelers gather for a spring day snowball fight at the National Mall
On the first full day of spring, a group of people gathered at the National Mall for a snowball fight.
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Snow day specials in the DC area
Already getting stir crazy from being snowed in? Here are a few places that will make it worth your while to venture out in the elements.
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Well-known steakhouse opens burger restaurant in DC
Leave the jacket and tie at home. A classic steak establishment is flirting with a more casual concept.
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Q&A: Jim Norton cracks up DC Improv
Comedian Jim Norton talked to WTOP’s Jason Fraley about his “Kneeling Room Only” comedy tour, which will come to D.C. Improv Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
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White House celebrates birthday as Barron Trump turns 12
The White House is celebrating a birthday: President Donald Trump’s son Barron turned 12 on Tuesday.
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My Take: Trayon White made a fool of himself unfortunately
Trayon White made a fool of himself, unfortunately.
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Former WAMU headquarters now ‘Frequency’ apartments
The former headquarters of National Public Radio affiliate, WAMU, is now a 100-unit luxury apartment building and is part of D.C. based Urban Investment Partners property portfolio.
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