DC Mayor Bowser unveils growth agenda for DC budget
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser provided an update on the 2026 budget, including investments downtown, investments into sports and entertainment and investments into tech.
Bowser on RFK: 'We want Taylor Swift and Beyonce to come to DC'
In a 1:1 interview with FOX 5, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser said she thinks revitalizing the site at RFK could transform the area in the same way that Nationals Park revitalized Navy Yard.
RFK Stadium Plan: Washington Commanders, DC agree on deal to return to nation's capital
After nearly three decades, Washington Commanders fans will see their team return to the nation's capital as part of a monumental multi-billion-dollar agreement to redevelop the RFK Stadium site and surrounding community.
DC, Commanders announce deal for new stadium at RFK site
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser is expected to make an announcement Monday morning on a deal to bring the Washington Commanders back to D.C.
DC parents rally to spare early childhood education from budget cuts
Faced with looming concerns about D.C. budget cuts, a group of parents, child care providers and businesses staged a "day of action" — warning that cuts to early childhood education could make it harder for parents to hold on to their jobs.
DC, Washington Commanders nearing RFK Stadium deal, reports say
The Washington Commanders are reportedly close to finalizing a deal to build a new stadium at the RFK site, potentially bringing the team back to Washington, D.C.
Congress' spending bill error leaves DC scrambling to cut $400M from budget
Mayor Muriel Bowser is putting a freeze on new spending as the District deals with a massive budget problem created by Congress.
Bowser outlines 6% DC budget increase to Congress as 'stopgap' to billion dollar shortfall
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser sent a letter notifying Congress of a 6% increase in D.C.'s budget for 2025.
DC opening new hospital in Southeast to close long-standing gap in healthcare access
A brand-new hospital is set to open its doors in a matter of days in Ward 8, aiming to close long-standing gaps in healthcare access.
DC mayor urges Congress to pass Local Funds Act to prevent $1B budget cut
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser and local leaders are urging Congress to act quickly to prevent drastic budget cuts that could cripple the city’s services.
WATCH: Bowser, leaders discuss DC budget in limbo as bill to restore $1B heads to House
The U.S. House of Representatives are considering a bill to restore over $1 billion of the city's budget that was cut in the spending bill Congress approved Friday to avert a government shutdown.
DC leaders concerned about new budget proposal
With just four days remaining for Congress to pass a spending package and avoid a partial government shutdown, lawmakers are debating a proposal that includes significant budget cuts for D.C.
House spending bill could cut $1 billion in DC funds; impacting schools, public safety
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser is warning of devastating budget cuts if Congress passes a Republican-backed spending bill that would force the city to slash $1.1 billion in local funding halfway through the fiscal year.
Black Lives Matter Plaza reconstruction begins Monday
Reconstruction on Black Lives Matter Plaza began on Monday, causing temporary closures around some areas near the White House.
Transportation secretary pens letters to DC Mayor, WMATA, Amtrak asking for safety improvements
The Trump Administration is urging D.C. leaders to focus on safety and security with the city's transportation systems, saying changes are necessary to "restore greatness to our nation’s capital."
As federal job losses mount, Bowser pitches solutions to stabilize DC’s economy
As federal job losses ripple through the D.C. area, Mayor Muriel Bowser led a situational update tele-townhall on Wednesday to address the economic impact and offer support to affected workers.
Black Lives Matter Plaza to be redesigned as part of new DC mural project
The famous Black Lives Matter Plaza near the White House will soon look very different.
Mayor Bowser's DC 2050 plan to improve housing, jobs, and neighborhoods
What will D.C. look like in 2050? Mayor Muriel Bowser and the D.C. Office of Planning are asking residents to weigh in as they embark on the city’s first major Comprehensive Plan rewrite in almost 20 years.
DC’s Mayor responds to Trump's takeover comments, says statehood is solution
Washington, D.C.’s leaders pushed back against President Donald Trump after he expressed support for congressional efforts for a federal takeover of the nation's capital.
DC mayor responds to proposed 'Bowser Act,' which aims to repeal Home Rule
D.C.'s mayor is responding to a proposed bill that aims to repeal Home Rule in the district and could strip the powers of the D.C. government if passed.