DC Mayor Bowser proposes $87.5 million purchase of Capital One Arena; project renderings released
Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser has proposed legislation to purchase Capital One Arena for $87.5 million.
Wizards' Marvin Bagley III more than just a baller with game-changing EP ‘Until Next Time’
Marvin Bagley III, the Wizards forward known for his powerful, versatile presence on the court, is making waves in the music industry with the release of his new EP, "Until Next Time."
Wizards pick Alexandre Sarr second overall in 2024 NBA Draft
The Washington Wizards drafted Alexandre Sarr with the second overall pick in Wednesday’s NBA Draft.
Wizards trade Deni Avdija to Blazers for Malcolm Brogdon, draft picks: report
The Wizards now hold the second, 14th, 26th, and 52nd pick in the draft.
Brian Keefe officially named Washington Wizards head coach
The Washington Wizards hired Brian Keefe as their coach on Wednesday, sticking with the man who led the team on an interim basis from late January until the end of the season.
Capital One Arena among NBA's most dangerous, report finds
Capital One Arena, home to the Washington Wizards and Capitals, has been named one of the most dangerous NBA arenas, according to a recent report by BetTennessee.com.
Mayor Bowser defends 2025 budget cuts, $515M investment in Capitol One arena
Higher taxes and spending cuts: D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser was on the hot seat today as she testified before the D.C. Council about her proposed 2025 budget.
DC Council approves bill allocating $515M to Capital One Arena project
The D.C. Council has approved an emergency bill that will provide $515 million for a publicly funded arena project after Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s plan to lure the NBA’s Washington Wizards and NHL’s Washington Capitals to Alexandria imploded last week.
DC Council to vote on $500M for Capital One Arena renovations
Emergency legislation to unlock more than a half-billion dollars in refurbishments to Capital One Arena will be introduced to the D.C. Council tomorrow, according to D.C. Council Chair Phil Mendelson.
Downtown DC business owners thrilled as Wizards, Capitals stay put
Businesses around Capital One Arena are breathing a sigh of relief after the announcement that the Washington Wizards and Capitals will stay in Washington D.C.
Caps, Wizards not moving to Potomac Yard, staying in DC
The proposal to bring the Washington Wizards and Washington Capitals to Potomac Yard will not move forward, officials say.
Capitals, Wizards must play in Washington through 2047, DC attorney general says
The attorney general for the District of Columbia contends that the NBA’s Washington Wizards and NHL’s Washington Capitals are obligated to play their games in the downtown arena through 2047, the city’s latest salvo to keep the teams from leaving.
Virginia budget bill leaves out $2 billion deal to relocate Wizards, Capitals to Potomac Yard
A proposal to lure the NBA’s Washington Wizards and NHL’s Washington Capitals to Alexandria took another big hit Thursday, when top Virginia lawmakers confirmed the budget they will take up later this week would not include language enabling the deal.
Virginia lawmaker pushes to keep funding for proposed relocation of Wizards, Capitals out of budget
A top Democratic Virginia lawmaker vowed Wednesday to keep language enabling a proposed relocation by the NBA’s Washington Wizards and NHL’s Washington Capitals to Alexandria out of the state budget lawmakers will take up later this week.
Alexandria Republicans oppose Potomac Yard plan
Some Virginia Republicans are coming out against plans to move the Washington Wizards and Capitals to Potomac Yard.
Workers union is latest roadblock for Monumental Sports move to Potomac Yard
Another roadblock has come up in the plans to build a new home for the Capitals and Wizards in northern Virginia. This time, it's labor unions crying foul.
Virginia Senator Lucas rejects arena funding bill: 'Dead on arrival'
The monumental battle continues. In the coming weeks, lawmakers in Virginia will decide on the future home for the Washington Wizards and Capitals.
Unions oppose plan to move Washington Wizards, Capitals to Potomac Yard
Two major unions are coming out against a plan to move the Washington Wizards and Capitals from the District to Alexandria.
Virginia lawmakers divided over proposal to relocate Capitals, Wizards
Top Democrats in the Virginia Senate have dealt a blow to legislation to help pave the way for the NBA’s Washington Wizards and NHL’s Washington Capitals to relocate to northern Virginia, refusing to docket the bill for a hearing and expressing serious reservations Monday about the financing of the proposed deal.
DC mayor opens 'Safe Commercial Corridor Hub' in Chinatown
Mayor Muriel Bowser announced Monday the launch of "Safe Commercial Corridor Hubs" in Chinatown.