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The Local Race That Could Decide Senate Sep 12, 2024

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Lateshia Beachum covers Prince George’s County for the Washington Post, which means she covers the home turf of both candidates in this year’s Maryland Senate race — the rare case of a DMV election that could actually determine the fate of Congress. She’s here to walk us through the competitors and the stakes.

Our next live taping is Wednesday, Oct. 9 at Black Cat. Come join us to learn about the juiciest election stories of the year, from the fierce clash over ranked choice voting to an indicted councilmember's scandalous reelection bid with zero competition. RSVP here.

If you enjoyed today's interview with PaintCare’s Vice President of Communications, Brett Rodgers, learn more here.

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10 Moments That Shaped DC's Food Scene Sep 11, 2024

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City Cast DC contributor Tim Ebner joins host Bridget Todd to reminisce and reflect on 10 culinary moments that have defined the city's food scene today and will continue to shape where the food scene is headed.

Our next live taping is Wednesday, Oct. 9 at Black Cat. Come join us to learn about the juiciest election stories of the year, from the fierce clash over ranked choice voting to an indicted council member's scandalous reelection bid with zero competition. RSVP here.

Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month.

Learn more about the sponsors of this September 11th episode:

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Rights Every DC Renter Should Know Sep 10, 2024

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From pest problems to repairs, renting in the District comes with its own challenges. Luckily for us, there’s the Office of the Tenant Advocate or the OTA. Cristobal Puig and Joseph Trimboli from OTA are here to clue us in on all the renters’ rights that DC tenants should know.

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Learn more about the sponsors of this September 10th episode:

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The Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University

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What Should Happen To DC’s Prime Real Estate Sep 09, 2024

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The city signed a deal that would transform Anacostia’s Poplar Point, one of the most hotly contested waterfront properties in D.C. Last year, we spoke to reporter Tristan Navera about some of the options for Poplar Point and who’s fighting for what.

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The Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University

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Gun Lawsuit, Rug Tufting Guns, and Medical Marijuana Shops Closing Sep 06, 2024

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We’re joined by Axios’ Cuynet Dil and City Cast’s Ashe Durban, and we’re talking about the gun lawsuit filed by the DC attorney general, the D.C. medical marijuana dispensaries who say they’re in trouble, and a bunch of things to do this weekend.

Check out our September Guide for even more events to catch this month.

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Why DC Traffic Deaths Keep Rising Sep 05, 2024

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More people have died in car crashes this year than in all of 2014 — which just happens to be the year when the DC Government promised to cut these deaths to zero by 2024. What went wrong? The Washington Post’s Rachel Weiner is here to tell us.

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DC's Best International Grocery Stores Sep 04, 2024

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For a city that prides itself on cultural diversity, D.C. is lacking on the international grocery store front. Ike Allen, Assistant Editor and Food Writer for the Washingtonian, explains why there are so few international grocery stores in D.C. and the ones we do have that you should know about.

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Learn more about the sponsors of this September 4th episode:

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Your Guide to September in DC Sep 03, 2024

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If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a whole guide for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to our City Cast DC community.

We’re back with another monthly guide of things to do, places to go, and tips to follow to lead your ideal D.C. life this September.

One of those events is Art All Night! We’re going to be there, alongside our sponsors District Bridges, on September 27.

If that’s not what you’re feeling this month, maybe check out the Maryland Renaissance Fair, H Street Festival, or go get yourself a COVID booster.

Once you’re done listening, check out our newsletter article from Hey DC for even more tips about how to make the most of September.

City Cast DC’s guide to September is made possible by our awesome sponsor, District Bridges. And City Cast DC is also powered by our members, who enjoy an ad-free version of the show. Find out more about how to become a member of City Cast DC.

If you enjoyed today's interview with District Bridges' Event and Engagement Manager, Olivia Osborne, learn more here.

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Trump on DC Abortion Access, Ward 8 Election Chaos, and Keith Lee Drama Aug 30, 2024

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We’re talking about the future of abortion rights in D.C., the election chaos in Ward 8 since DC Councilmember Trayon White was indicted, and just what viral TikToker Keith Lee said about our city’s food scene.

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Will A New DC Study Dissuade Move to RFK Stadium? Aug 29, 2024

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The Commanders just renamed their stadium in Landover. You might remember it as FedEx Field, well now it’s Northwest Field, after Northwest Federal Credit Union. But really, most D.C. eyes are instead on RFK Stadium over in Northeast D.C., and whether or not the Commanders are coming back there. The Washington Business Journal’s Ben Peters has been reporting on the next step the D.C. Government took toward that reality.

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