Councilmember Janeese Lewis George announces run for DC Mayor
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.
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.
DC Mayor Bowser not under investigation by DOJ: Pirro
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
DC homeless encampment cleared as Trump pushes to extend federal control
City crews cleared a homeless encampment Thursday between the Kennedy Center and Lincoln Memorial, as concerns mount over President Donald Trump’s push to extend federal control of Washington, D.C.’s police department beyond the legal 30-day limit.
DC police announce Navy Yard juvenile curfew zone starting Friday amid Trump’s takeover push
D.C. police will enforce a Juvenile Curfew Zone in the Navy Yard neighborhood starting Friday, citing ongoing safety concerns tied to large youth gatherings. The move comes as President Donald Trump took control of the city’s police department and activated National Guard members to help reduce crime in the District.
'I’m the mayor and he’s the president': Bowser navigates Trump’s DC takeover in FOX 5 exclusive
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser and Police Chief Pamela Smith said Wednesday that the city is working closely with federal law enforcement following President Donald Trump’s emergency declaration and takeover of the Metropolitan Police Department.
43 arrested in DC Tuesday as National Guard presence expected to increase: official
A significantly larger National Guard presence is expected across Washington, D.C. starting Wednesday, as operations shift from evening patrols to around-the-clock deployment, according to a White House official.
Trayon White says Trump 'not totally wrong' as federal control of DC police begins
Councilmember Trayon White, who was recently reinstated after a five-month suspension surrounding a federal bribery probe, said President Donald Trump isn’t entirely off base in ordering a federal takeover of the D.C. police department.
Trump places DC police under federal control, deploys National Guard
President Donald Trump announced Monday that he is deploying the National Guard to Washington, D.C., and placing the city’s police department under federal control in an effort to boost public safety in the nation’s capital.
DC council votes yes on RFK Stadium deal. Here's who voted in favor
The D.C. Council voted in favor of the RFK Stadium redevelopment plan Friday—the first of two votes.