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DC Fumbling RFK Neighborhood Already, the End of the Streatery, and DC's Best Movies Sep 26, 2025

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Welp, that was fast — the new stadium just got approved and already there are delays in the new neighborhood DC was supposed to get as a result. We’re going to talk about why, and what it means for DC even as the Trump administration threatens new mass firings if there’s a government shutdown. Plus, we’re going to talk about the end of the streatery program. And there’s a new list circulating of the best DC movies, books, and songs. It’s meant to start an argument, and we’ve taken the bait.

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If you enjoyed today's interview with Food & Friends' Director of Volunteer Services, Katrina Mathis, learn more here.

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DC Can Predict Bad Drivers. Why Can't It Stop Them? Sep 25, 2025

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The city government actually has a way to predict, pretty accurately, just who is going to get into an accident. And DC’s AG Brian Schwalb has recently launched even more lawsuits to curb this behavior. But can they get them off the road? That’s the tricky part. Washington Post transportation reporter Rachel Weiner is here to explain a fascinating recent DC experiment in automotive behavior.

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Trump Has Put Childcare Workers in Crisis Sep 24, 2025

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Federal immigration crackdowns are adding even more strain to DC’s already fragile and not to mention costly child care system. Now, many child care workers are worried they could be targeted. Reporter Chabeli Carrazana from The 19th breaks down what this all means for families and providers in the city.

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How to Escape DC for Under $150 This Fall Sep 23, 2025

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Fall in D.C. really does feel special. And if you’re dreaming of a fall getaway but trying to stick to a budget, don’t worry, City Cast contributor Tim Ebner has rounded up the best trips you can take from D.C. this season for around $150.

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Can DC’s Restaurants Survive the Takeover? Sep 22, 2025

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President Trump claims that DC restaurants are suddenly packed because his federal takeover made people feel safe enough to go out to dinner. But how is DC’s restaurant industry really reacting to the takeover? The Washingtonian’s Jessica Sidman is here to break down what it means for the city’s dining scene.

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If you enjoyed today's interview with Backroom's Founder, Ethan Downs, learn more here.

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Eleanor Holmes Norton Has a Challenger! Plus, Bowser's Hill Grilling and VIP Perks at Dulles Sep 19, 2025

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We’re talking about Robert White’s bid for Eleanor Holmes Norton’s seat, the DC Mayor getting grilled on Capitol Hill, and a fancy new VIP addition at Dulles. Plus, in a members-only fourth segment, we’re dissecting a controversial data center in PG County that’s now stalled.

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How This DC Alley Became a 40 Year Old Dump Sep 18, 2025

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What do you do when people start dumping trash in your neighborhood? It turns out that no one is quite sure — including the city government that’s supposed to act as watchdog. Sloane Airey wrote a wild story for City Paper about one Northeast DC neighborhood and she’s here to tell us about it.

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Fact Checking Trump’s Crime Emergency Sep 17, 2025

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Since Trump announced the takeover of DC’s police his administration and Trump himself have been throwing out some big very impressive sounding numbers about arrests. But can we even trust those stats? Plus, Mayor Bowser and President Trump may be on another collision course over MPD and ICE in the District, and on Thursday, the Mayor, the Attorney General and the DC Council Chair head to the Capitol to testify on the DC-related bills Republicans proposed. The Washington Post’s Olivia George is here to break it all down.

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Why DC’s Media is Wrong About H Street Sep 16, 2025

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If you read a certain gloomy article earlier this summer, you might think every business on H Street is shutting down. But that couldn’t be further from the truth. H Street is still full of incredible experiences and new businesses, you just have to know where to look. To help us map it all out, and provide a history of this neighborhood, City Cast contributor Austin Graff and tour guide Kate Denson are here with your ultimate guide to H Street.

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All the GOP DC Bills — And Whether Eleanor Holmes Norton Is Up to Fighting Them Sep 15, 2025

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It’s no secret that DC is facing holy hell on Capitol Hill. But are the city’s leaders doing all they can to advocate for themselves in front of a Congress that seems to despise self-government in the District? DC Councilmember Christina Henderson joined us to talk through the Congressional bills currently targeting the District, Eleanor Holmes Norton’s poor performance last Wednesday, and about whether Mayor Muriel Bowser and the rest of our elected officials are up to the unprecedented challenge. Plus – the council is back this week. We’re previewing that.

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If you enjoyed today's interview with Food & Friends' Director of Volunteer Services, Katrina Mathis, learn more here.

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