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Trump ousts head of the National Portrait Gallery

WTOP News 6/1 11:13P Matt Small

President Donald Trump is terminating the head of the National Portrait Gallery, continuing his aggressive moves to reshape the federal government’s cultural institutions....

How DC plans to keep WorldPride celebrations safe

WTOP News 5/31 11:03A Jimmy Alexander

Three million people are expected to visit D.C. during WorldPride 2025, with 2 million of those staying overnight. It’s believed the 18-day festival will bring $600 million to...

DC region sees severe thunderstorms Saturday afternoon

WTOP News 5/31 10:44A Gaby Arancibia

Passing showers and scattered thunderstorms are expected in the D.C. region Saturday afternoon. A severe thunderstorm warning was issued by the National Weather Service for northwestern D.C.,...

How to — maybe — catch a glimpse of the northern lights this week

WTOP News 5/31 10:11A Greg Redfern

Just over a year ago, on May 10, 2024, the aurora borealis lit up the skies worldwide due to an extreme geomagnetic storm . The D.C. region had several glorious nights of the...

Weekend road closures take over DC, Virginia as Amazon Armed Forces Cycling Classic kicks off

WTOP News 5/31 3:43A Kay Perkins

This weekend, you might encounter a detour or two in the District or in Arlington, Virginia, for the Amazon Armed Forces Cycling Classic. The following areas will be closed to traffic on Sunday for...

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Our Favorite Places for Breakfast and Brunch Around Georgetown

Washingtonian (Food) 5/30 9:02A Anna Spiegel

An array of brunch dishes at River Club. Photograph by Birch Thomas. This post has been updated from an earlier version. One of DC s most famous neighborhoods is a prime place to breakfast or brunch...

Everything We Know About the Ultra-Exclusive MAGA Clubhouse in Georgetown

Washingtonian (Food) 5/30 5:27A Jessica Sidman

Head down this staircase, past security, through the double black doors to enter Executive Board's private club. Photograph by Jessica Sidman. It costs up to $500,000 to join Executive Branch, the new...

15 Best Wineries Just a Short Drive From D.C.

DC Eater 5/29 10:55A Tierney Plumb

Crimson Lane Vineyards is a welcome new addition to the Virginia wine world. | Crimson Lane Vineyards Sip locally-made pours while soaking up epic vineyard views With summer fast approaching, now is...

Where to Find Outstanding Barbecue Around D.C.

DC Eater 5/29 6:59A Tierney Plumb

A platter of meats and Salvadoran-influenced sides from 2Fifty Texas BBQ. | Rey Lopez/Eater D.C. For sliced brisket, pulled pork, sausage, ribs, and more D.C. is notorious for its population of...

A Glam Mediterranean Restaurant and Martini-Centric Cocktail Bar Open in Dupont Circle

Washingtonian (Food) 5/28 6:23A Jessica Sidman

Casamara's crudo and sardine toast. Photograph courtesy Scale Hospitality. Casamara and Reynold s . 1337 Connecticut Ave., NW. As an American history buff and self-described politicophile, Toronto...

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