Bowser responds to growing MPD crime data scandal
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser responded Wednesday to a growing scandal inside the Metropolitan Police Department that could lead to the firing of more than a dozen senior officials accused of manipulating crime data.
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser responded Wednesday to a growing scandal inside the Metropolitan Police Department that could lead to the firing of more than a dozen senior officials accused of manipulating crime data.
Bowser’s FY27 budget boosts schools, infrastructure spending
Mayor Muriel Bowser’s FY2027 “Grow DC” budget focuses on education, public safety, and economic growth while maintaining core services.
Mayor Muriel Bowser’s FY2027 “Grow DC” budget focuses on education, public safety, and economic growth while maintaining core services.
New DC bill would allow cannabis-infused drinks through brewery partnerships
Mayor Muriel Bowser introduced a bill that would allow cannabis-infused drinks in DC through partnerships with local beverage makers.
Mayor Muriel Bowser introduced a bill that would allow cannabis-infused drinks in DC through partnerships with local beverage makers.
Potomac sewage spill: DC Mayor Bowser declares emergency, requests FEMA support amid crisis
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser has declared a local public emergency as the city continues responding to the massive Potomac River sewage spill, a move that comes the same week President Donald Trump criticized the region’s Democratic leaders over their handling of the incident.
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser has declared a local public emergency as the city continues responding to the massive Potomac River sewage spill, a move that comes the same week President Donald Trump criticized the region’s Democratic leaders over their handling of the incident.
House Oversight Committee report raises allegations about MPD crime data
Lawmakers have released a new report raising concerns about possible manipulation of D.C. crime statistics.
Lawmakers have released a new report raising concerns about possible manipulation of D.C. crime statistics.
DC Police Chief Pamela Smith issues statement on resignation
Metropolitan Police Department Chief Pamela Smith has issued a statement after announcing Monday that she is stepping down.
Metropolitan Police Department Chief Pamela Smith has issued a statement after announcing Monday that she is stepping down.
DC Police Chief Pamela Smith announces resignation
Metropolitan Police Department Chief Pamela Smith announced Monday that she is stepping down.
Metropolitan Police Department Chief Pamela Smith announced Monday that she is stepping down.
Councilmember Janeese Lewis George announces run for DC Mayor
Councilmember Janeese Lewis George has announced her candidacy for mayor of the District of Columbia.
Councilmember Janeese Lewis George has announced her candidacy for mayor of the District of Columbia.
Bowser says she's leaving DC in a 'great place' after announcing she's not seeking re-election
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser said she knows she's leaving the city in a "great place" after announcing that she's not seeking re-election for a fourth term.
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser said she knows she's leaving the city in a "great place" after announcing that she's not seeking re-election for a fourth term.
RFK Stadium Project: Residents voice excitement, hesitation at community meeting
D.C. residents shared their vision for the new Washington Commanders stadium at a community meeting Wednesday night.
D.C. residents shared their vision for the new Washington Commanders stadium at a community meeting Wednesday night.
DC Mayor Bowser not under investigation by DOJ: Pirro
Despite earlier reports, the Department of Justice is not investigating Mayor Muriel Bowser.
Despite earlier reports, the Department of Justice is not investigating Mayor Muriel Bowser.
DC salutes resident centenarians: 100 years and still going strong
On Monday, the District honored more than 30 residents who have reached the remarkable milestone of 100 years or more.
On Monday, the District honored more than 30 residents who have reached the remarkable milestone of 100 years or more.
House to vote on bill allowing 14-year-olds to be charged as adults in DC
House lawmakers are set to vote Tuesday on a controversial bill that would allow 14-year-olds in Washington, D.C. to be charged as adults.
House lawmakers are set to vote Tuesday on a controversial bill that would allow 14-year-olds in Washington, D.C. to be charged as adults.
Trump threatens national emergency in DC if mayor does not cooperate with ICE
President Donald Trump says he’s ready to declare a national emergency and federalize Washington, D.C. after Mayor Muriel Bowser said she does not expect police to cooperate with Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
President Donald Trump says he’s ready to declare a national emergency and federalize Washington, D.C. after Mayor Muriel Bowser said she does not expect police to cooperate with Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
National Guard deployment in DC could extend through December, reports say
National Guard troops deployment in D.C. could reportedly last through December - beyond the initial 30 days that was expected to end September 10.
National Guard troops deployment in D.C. could reportedly last through December - beyond the initial 30 days that was expected to end September 10.
Bowser announces DC police pay raises, pushes crime-fighting strategy
Mayor Muriel Bowser, alongside City Council Chair Phil Mendelson and other officials, announced a new labor agreement with the D.C. Fraternal Order of Police that includes a 13% pay raise for officers beginning October 1.
Mayor Muriel Bowser, alongside City Council Chair Phil Mendelson and other officials, announced a new labor agreement with the D.C. Fraternal Order of Police that includes a 13% pay raise for officers beginning October 1.
DC Mayor Bowser issues order in response to Trump's federal takeover
As President Donald Trump's federal takeover of Washington, D.C., nears its 30-day limit, Mayor Muriel Bowser says she will continue those efforts.
As President Donald Trump's federal takeover of Washington, D.C., nears its 30-day limit, Mayor Muriel Bowser says she will continue those efforts.
Bowser on masked federal agents: 'There's no reason for any official to wear a mask'
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser answered questions on the federal enforcement surge and immigration crackdown at a back-to-school event in the District.
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser answered questions on the federal enforcement surge and immigration crackdown at a back-to-school event in the District.
DOJ investigating claims of DC's 'fake crime numbers,' report says
The Justice Department is reportedly investigating whether the Metropolitan Police Department manipulated data to "create a false illusion of safety," according to the Washington Post.
The Justice Department is reportedly investigating whether the Metropolitan Police Department manipulated data to "create a false illusion of safety," according to the Washington Post.
DC police chief to remain in control of MPD after DC Attorney General files lawsuit
D.C. Police Chief Pamela Smith will remain in control of the Metropolitan Police Department after D.C. Attorney General Brian Schwalb filed a lawsuit Friday challenging what he called an unlawful attempt by the federal government to seize control of the city’s police force.
D.C. Police Chief Pamela Smith will remain in control of the Metropolitan Police Department after D.C. Attorney General Brian Schwalb filed a lawsuit Friday challenging what he called an unlawful attempt by the federal government to seize control of the city’s police force.