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Home Rule Under Attack, Plus RIP Movie Theaters Jan 27, 2023

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The old Metro boss is now head of transportation in Maryland — what does that mean for DC commuters? Congresspeople are scheming to overrule local voters — how likely are they to succeed? And D.C. is running out of movie theaters. Axios Reporter Cuneyt Dil and Audio Producer Julia Karron join host Michael Schaffer to chat about how they feel about it all.

As always, our Friday shows are powered by some excellent local reporting:

Jordan Pascale of DCist got the scoop on Paul Wiedefeld nabbing the Maryland transportation secretary job.
Cuneyt Dil from Axios explains the new attacks on D.C. Home Rule.
Martin Austermuhle breaks down the disappearance of movie theaters in DCist.

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And we’d love to feature you on the show! Share your DC-related thoughts, hopes, and frustrations with us in a voicemail by calling 2026422654.

Single and Seeking Help Jan 26, 2023

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City Cast D.C.’s single ladies have grabbed the mic to chat about dating in D.C. Spoiler alert: it’s hard. So dating coach Erika Ettin, a.k.a. "A Little Nudge" on Instagram, is here to walk us through everything from setting up your dating profile to what you should say AFTER a date, whether it’s gone good, bad, or somewhere in between.

And from the news: the American Lung Association graded D.C., Maryland, and Virginia on how they handle all aspects of tobacco.

Kaela chatted with Erika for our newsletter Hey DC too. Sign up now (if you haven't already) so you don't miss out on more cool content.

And do you have any "local" tips on living your best life in D.C.? Leave us a voicemail about a cool hack you've found, or navigation tips, or anything (!) by calling 202-642-2654.

Odometer Fraud Has Hit The District Jan 25, 2023

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Did you know that D.C. is one of the worst cities for odometer fraud? Emilie Voss from Carfax says it’s making buying a car more expensive AND making all of us less safe out on the roads.

Head to Carfax to get a report on your used car.

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Mayor Bowser's Plan to 'Bring D.C. Back' Jan 24, 2023

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Mayor Bowser’s office has an ambitious plan to revitalize DC’s downtown, and a big part of it is getting remote workers back in physical offices. There’s even a bill at the federal level that would give agencies 30 days to get people back to working in-person. But the bill’s controversial, as are some other parts of Bowser’s so-called “Comeback Plan.” John Falcicchio, D.C.’s Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development, is here to break it all down.

We've been covering the Comeback Plan in our morning newsletter too. Subscribe now to be in-the-know early.

The People Counting D.C.’s Cats Jan 23, 2023

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Like a lot of people, we love cats! But if you’re a bird or a squirrel, our purring four-legged friends are also furry little killing machines that are wreaking havoc in the District. So some enterprising scientists in D.C. decided the solution starts with counting all the cats, and Jacob Fenston, environmental reporter at WAMU, is here to tell us what they found.

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Metro Troubles, Wes Moore, and E-Bike Rebates Jan 20, 2023

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It’s been yet another rough week for Metro and its safety commission, and this time it seems like they want to go for some couples counseling. Lead Producer Priyanka Tilve and City Cast DC Contributor Dan Reed join host Mike Schaffer to talk about that, plus the new, ambitious Maryland Governor and how D.C. might subsidize e-bikes for residents.

As always, our roundups are powered by some of the excellent local reporting D.C. has:

Justin George from the Washington Post explains WMATA’s mediation with its regulator.
Gillian Brockell of the Washington Post on what Moore being elected means for Maryland.
Cuneyt Dil of Axios explains the possible e-bike rebate D.C. residents could get.

Sign up for our morning newsletter to stay on top of news updates like these. And we're also on Twitter! Follow us at @citycast_dc so you never miss an episode. If you like what you're hearing, let us know via email or leave us a voicemail by calling 202-642-2654. We're always open to your story ideas too!

Dulles Is Getting Noisier. Here's How Neighbors Are Fighting Back Jan 19, 2023

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This will be a surprise to no one: airports are loud. Which maybe means you’re not that sympathetic to someone who bought a house next door to one and realized they didn’t like the sound. But Dan Brendel from the Washington Business Journal has been reporting on the situation around Dulles Airport and it turns out to be a bit more complicated. He’s here to tell us about the science of noise mapping and what it means for those unfortunate neighbors.

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And we’d love to feature you on the show! Share your DC-related thoughts, hopes, and frustrations with us in a voicemail by calling 202-642-2654.

How D.C.'s Nightlife Task Force Affects You Jan 18, 2023

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In an effort to increase public safety, D.C. police launched what they’re calling the Nightlife Task Force. Axios DC’s Chelsea Cirruzzo is here to explain what it is and how it affects D.C.'s nightlife culture.

Also, we need your help! We're interviewing Bill Nye (yep, Bill Nye The Science Guy) about growing up in D.C.! Send us your questions! You'll probably hear them in a future pod AND see them in our newsletter segment. Subscribe now so you don't miss it.

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How To Do Shrooms in D.C. Jan 17, 2023

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Here in D.C., cannabis is mostly established — folks know how to use it and where to buy it. But what about psilocybin mushrooms? People use mushrooms for all kinds of reasons and Melissa Lavasani, CEO of the Psychedelic Medicine Coalition, explains how to safely get started exploring mushrooms in D.C.

Also, BIG NEWS: We’re interviewing Bill Nye — yep Bill Nye The Science Guy — very soon and would love your input! Did you know he grew up in DC? What else would you like to know about him? Email us at dc@citycast.fm or leave us a voicemail by calling 202-642-2654.

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Karon Blake, New Economic Goals, and Racing Presidents Jan 13, 2023

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2023 is off to a grim start on the crime front, most recently with the shooting of 13-year-old Karon Blake on Saturday morning. We cover that, the mayor’s new economic plan, and our dream versions of the Nats’ Racing Presidents mascots.

As always, our Friday News Roundups are powered by stellar local reporting:

Mitch Ryals of Washington City Paper has everything you need to know about the Karon Blake shooting.
Karina Elwood of the Washington Post breaks down Mayor Bowser’s five-year economic plan.
You can check out the application to be a racing president here.

Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @citycast_dc.

And we’d love to feature you on the show! Share your DC-related thoughts, hopes, and frustrations with us in a voicemail by calling 202-642-2654.

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