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Menendez resists Democrats' mounting calls to resign

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Biden to join UAW strike and picket with auto workers

Economy & Business

Clarence Thomas attended Koch Network donor events: report

Feds urged by Biden to widen use of "social cost" on climate change

Energy & Environment

Designer Phillip Lim: The pandemic showed that "belonging" is not guaranteed

Artechouse opens out-of-this-world immersive exhibit in D.C.

The exhibit uses galactic visuals from The Hubble and James Webb telescopes.

Things to Do

The Inn at Little Washington goes all out for 45

A black-tie affair featuring a 10-course, all-caviar dinner. What else did you expect?

Food and Drink

Montgomery County to join tipped minimum wage fight

Servers and bartenders have long battled on both sides of the movement, with many arguing that they make more with tips.

Business

COVID is clawing its way back around D.C.

We're trending above the nationwide average rate of hospitalizations.

News

"Everything's on the table": Football fever is back in Washington

Local boy Josh Harris' purchase of the Commanders has the city humming with anticipation for the gridiron.

Sports

What a difference two weeks — and 1,000 free <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="beers" data-vars-click-url="https://bleacherreport.com/articles/10083416-josh-harris-buys-2-bars-full-of-commanders-fans-drinks-after-daniel-snyders-6b-sale" data-vars-content-id="8086d54b-1780-427c-b368-a2d90d327b42" data-vars-headline="&quot;Everything&#x27;s on the table&quot;: Football fever is back in Washington" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://bleacherreport.com/articles/10083416-josh-harris-buys-2-bars-full-of-commanders-fans-drinks-after-daniel-snyders-6b-sale" target="_blank">beers</a> for fans — makes. Football is the talk of the town again in Washington.What I&#x27;m hearing: Local son Josh Harris&#x27; <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="purchase of the Commanders" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2023/07/20/washington-commanders-sold-nfl-dick-snyder" data-vars-content-id="8086d54b-1780-427c-b368-a2d90d327b42" data-vars-headline="&quot;Everything&#x27;s on the table&quot;: Football fever is back in Washington" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2023/07/20/washington-commanders-sold-nfl-dick-snyder" target="_self">purchase of the Commanders</a> has the city humming with anticipation for the gridiron. Suddenly, a new stadium sweepstakes is unfolding. The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="name could change" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2023/07/21/nfl-football-washington-commanders-sale-approved" data-vars-content-id="8086d54b-1780-427c-b368-a2d90d327b42" data-vars-headline="&quot;Everything&#x27;s on the table&quot;: Football fever is back in Washington" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2023/07/21/nfl-football-washington-commanders-sale-approved" target="_self">name could change</a> — yes, again!

Mega Takoma Metro development advances

New housing and retail projects near Metro stations are a priority for D.C.

Development

A giant 435-unit housing and retail development near the Takoma Metro station won approval last week from historic preservation authorities.Why it matters: New housing and retail projects near Metro stations are a priority for D.C., and this one is a prime example in Northwest.

A rendering of a new brick and grey building in Takoma Park.

D.C.'s Isabel Coss is a Food & Wine "Best New Chef in America"

It's just the start for Lutèce's pastry whiz.

Food &amp; Wine&#x27;s &quot;<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Best New Chefs in America" data-vars-click-url="https://www.foodandwine.com/2023-best-new-chefs-7852273" data-vars-content-id="0c65d31e-4145-4065-941a-6128b36c88a5" data-vars-headline="D.C.&#x27;s Isabel Coss is a Food &amp; Wine &quot;Best New Chef in America&quot;" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.foodandwine.com/2023-best-new-chefs-7852273" target="_blank">Best New Chefs in America</a>&quot; list just dropped with D.C. talent: pastry chef Isabel Coss of Georgetown&#x27;s buzzy French bistro <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Lutèce" data-vars-click-url="https://www.lutecedc.com/" data-vars-content-id="0c65d31e-4145-4065-941a-6128b36c88a5" data-vars-headline="D.C.&#x27;s Isabel Coss is a Food &amp; Wine &quot;Best New Chef in America&quot;" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.lutecedc.com/" target="_blank">Lutèce</a>.Why it matters: Only 11 winners make the annual who&#x27;s-who list of national culinary stars, so it&#x27;s big league.

Lutece pastry chef Isabel Coss for Food & Wine magazine "Best New Chef in America" 

New wine bar Little Blackbird opens in Cleveland Park

New wine bar <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Little Blackbird" data-vars-click-url="https://www.littleblackbirddc.com/" data-vars-content-id="1bfe7630-fb13-4f0b-bcca-5a10fd399389" data-vars-headline="New wine bar Little Blackbird opens in Cleveland Park" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.littleblackbirddc.com/" target="_blank">Little Blackbird</a> just opened in Cleveland Park.Why it matters: Owner Ashok Bajaj opened one of D.C.&#x27;s first modern wine bars, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Ardeo + Bardeo," data-vars-click-url="https://www.washingtonian.com/2018/02/22/ardeobardeo-will-close-after-20-years-in-cleveland-park/" data-vars-content-id="1bfe7630-fb13-4f0b-bcca-5a10fd399389" data-vars-headline="New wine bar Little Blackbird opens in Cleveland Park" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.washingtonian.com/2018/02/22/ardeobardeo-will-close-after-20-years-in-cleveland-park/" target="_blank">Ardeo + Bardeo,</a> in the same space back in the early aughts — and he&#x27;s reviving the spirit of a neighborhood sip spot.

D.C. buyers don't want your fixer-upper

Homebuyers already burdened by gravity-defying prices and mortgage rates don't want to move into an HGTV "before" photo.

Real Estate

D.C. sellers need to price their homes appropriately if they want buyers to bite — especially if the house needs work, DMV-based broker Lindsay Dreyer says.Why it matters: Homebuyers already burdened by <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="gravity-defying prices" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2023/08/17/housing-prices-affordability-rise-fall-2023-goldman-sachs" data-vars-content-id="81be3cfc-bb98-42fc-9f74-c79a7fcbf265" data-vars-headline="D.C. buyers don&#x27;t want your fixer-upper" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2023/08/17/housing-prices-affordability-rise-fall-2023-goldman-sachs" target="_self">gravity-defying prices</a> and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="mortgage rates" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2023/08/22/mortgage-rates-current" data-vars-content-id="81be3cfc-bb98-42fc-9f74-c79a7fcbf265" data-vars-headline="D.C. buyers don&#x27;t want your fixer-upper" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2023/08/22/mortgage-rates-current" target="_self">mortgage rates</a> don&#x27;t want to move into an HGTV &quot;before&quot; photo.

Illustration of two hammers forming an "X" shape. 

Condos drive up home prices in D.C.

The jump in values in Cathedral Heights, West End and Foggy Bottom were completely tied to condos and co-ops.

Condos and co-ops are driving home price increases in several of D.C.&#x27;s hottest markets this year compared to 2022, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="UrbanTurf" data-vars-click-url="https://dc.urbanturf.com/articles/blog/how_condos_and_co-ops_are_driving_home_price_appreciation_in_dc/21371" data-vars-content-id="179067b6-00ca-4bb9-ba72-49117a764383" data-vars-headline="Condos drive up home prices in D.C." data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://dc.urbanturf.com/articles/blog/how_condos_and_co-ops_are_driving_home_price_appreciation_in_dc/21371" target="_blank">UrbanTurf</a> reported last month.Why it matters: Condos aren&#x27;t normally the primary driver of neighborhood home value appreciation here. Usually, it&#x27;s single-family homes.

Pickleball is coming to the National Mall

Public play and celeb face-offs over three days.

Pickleball heads to the National Mall this month with courts popping up by the Lincoln Memorial — and everyone is invited to play.Why it matters: America&#x27;s fastest-growing sport meets America&#x27;s front yard — a champion shot for pickleballers.

A rendering of pickelball courts on the National Mall overlooking the Washington Monument

2023 WNBA Playoffs: Everything you need to know

The postseason starts Wednesday night with the Minnesota Lynx taking on the Connecticut Sun at 8pm ET.

From <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Brittney Griner&#x27;s return" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2022/12/22/brittney-griner-thank-you-note-russia-jail" data-vars-content-id="330442f2-57e8-43ca-adc2-0023caeef086" data-vars-headline="2023 WNBA Playoffs: Everything you need to know" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2022/12/22/brittney-griner-thank-you-note-russia-jail" target="_self">Brittney Griner&#x27;s return</a> to the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Aces historic season" data-vars-click-url="https://bleacherreport.com/articles/10087236-aces-set-wnba-record-for-most-wins-in-single-season-with-30th-victory" data-vars-content-id="330442f2-57e8-43ca-adc2-0023caeef086" data-vars-headline="2023 WNBA Playoffs: Everything you need to know" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://bleacherreport.com/articles/10087236-aces-set-wnba-record-for-most-wins-in-single-season-with-30th-victory" target="_blank">Aces historic season</a>, it&#x27;s been an exciting year of women&#x27;s basketball. Now the WNBA playoffs have arrived.Driving the news: The postseason starts Wednesday night with the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Minnesota Lynx" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2023/05/19/lynx-2023-season-preview-collier-diamond" data-vars-content-id="330442f2-57e8-43ca-adc2-0023caeef086" data-vars-headline="2023 WNBA Playoffs: Everything you need to know" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/twin-cities/2023/05/19/lynx-2023-season-preview-collier-diamond" target="_self">Minnesota Lynx</a> taking on the Connecticut Sun at 8pm ET.<ul><li>The top-seed <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Las Vegas Aces" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2022/09/19/las-vegas-aces-wnba-first-title" data-vars-content-id="330442f2-57e8-43ca-adc2-0023caeef086" data-vars-headline="2023 WNBA Playoffs: Everything you need to know" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2022/09/19/las-vegas-aces-wnba-first-title" target="_self">Las Vegas Aces</a> are looking for back to back championships and start their title defense against the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Chicago Sky" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/chicago/2023/05/18/chicago-sky-wnba-2023-kahleah-copper" data-vars-content-id="330442f2-57e8-43ca-adc2-0023caeef086" data-vars-headline="2023 WNBA Playoffs: Everything you need to know" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/chicago/2023/05/18/chicago-sky-wnba-2023-kahleah-copper" target="_self">Chicago Sky</a> at 10pm ET.</li></ul>

Two women in black basketball uniforms smiling next to each other

Where D.C. residents would move to if they left the DMV

Our survey is hardly scientific, but it happens to track with recent migration trends.

You all are California dreamin&#x27; — when it comes to places you would move if you left the DMV.<ul><li>In our <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Axios D.C. survey" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/washington-dc/2023/09/15/where-to-live-dmv" data-vars-content-id="2ad78df1-c7ff-403e-9203-8bb731153140" data-vars-headline="Where D.C. residents would move to if they left the DMV" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/washington-dc/2023/09/15/where-to-live-dmv" target="_self">Axios D.C. survey</a> from last week, 13% picked California as their top destination. The warmth, beautiful nature, and the ocean all added up for readers.</li></ul>

RBG's statement necklace still up for sale after auction

The iconic collar didn't garner bids high enough for Potomack Auction's estimate of $200,000 to $400,000.

The late Ruth Bader Ginsburg&#x27;s famous Supreme Court &quot;Pegasus&quot; collar didn&#x27;t fly off the bidding block as expected. Why it matters: RBG&#x27;s fierce statement piece didn&#x27;t garner bids high enough for Potomack Auction&#x27;s estimate of $200,000 to $400,000, so even though the auction is over, it&#x27;s still up for direct sale in Alexandria.

Supreme Court portrait in 2018 that shows Ruth Bader Ginsburg's collar 

Get Capitals merch for cheap at the team's weekend garage sale

The Capitals are hosting a &quot;<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="garage sale" data-vars-click-url="https://www.nhl.com/capitals/news/capitals-to-host-garage-sale-sept-23-at-medstar-capitals-iceplex" data-vars-content-id="11499a1b-c80f-4af6-96cb-0bd421e701d1" data-vars-headline="Get Capitals merch for cheap at the team&#x27;s weekend garage sale" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.nhl.com/capitals/news/capitals-to-host-garage-sale-sept-23-at-medstar-capitals-iceplex" target="_blank">garage sale</a>&quot; on Saturday with tons of merch and swag.Why it matters: When the Caps clean closet, fans can get good deals — plus proceeds benefit charity Monumental Sports &amp; Entertainment Foundation.

D.C. weekend events: Panda Palooza, Jonas Brothers and more

Check out Panda Palooza at the National Zoo, a painting brunch, a floating concert on the river and more.

This weekend in D.C., check out Panda Palooza at the National Zoo, the DAR Museum&#x27;s paint brunch, a floating concert on the river and more.

What's new and next at Union Market

Fresh options for tacos, indie fashion, local art and more.

The Union Market District is among the fastest-growing, hottest neighborhoods in D.C.Why it matters: In just over two decades, the area has gone from a place you&#x27;d mostly visit to catch a Greyhound bus, to one of D.C.&#x27;s most eclectic, destination-worthy spots for shopping, dining, and entertainment — not to mention walkable livability.

Bill to extend D.C.'s lease for RFK site gains momentum

A House committee advanced a bill that could one day make possible a football stadium on the RFK site.

A House committee advanced a bill on Wednesday that could one day make possible a football stadium on the RFK site.Why it matters: D.C. needs Congress to extend the city&#x27;s lease from the federal government for the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="190-acre RFK site" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/washington-dc/2022/03/29/dc-bowser-pitch-rfk-site-development" data-vars-content-id="62effe58-3ff1-44bd-a065-004fd154457f" data-vars-headline="Bill to extend D.C.&#x27;s lease for RFK site gains momentum" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/washington-dc/2022/03/29/dc-bowser-pitch-rfk-site-development" target="_self">190-acre RFK site</a> to be redeveloped into a mixed-use community — with the potential for a new Commanders stadium.

Buying electric bikes just got more affordable in D.C.

Lower-income riders could get up to $1,500 for a standard e-bike, plus money off maintenance, bike locks and more.

D.C. residents can soon get vouchers or rebates to buy and maintain electric bikes.Why it matters: D.C. wants to make zippy e-bikes more affordable for lower-income riders as it tries to expand <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="cycling accessibility" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/washington-dc/2021/12/15/dc-bike-lanes-advocates" data-vars-content-id="39a71c48-7d07-4c0a-a307-57d612a8c677" data-vars-headline="Buying electric bikes just got more affordable in D.C." data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/washington-dc/2021/12/15/dc-bike-lanes-advocates" target="_self">cycling accessibility</a> in the city.

Illustration of an electric bike with a lightning bolt on the frame.

Ruth Bader Ginsburg's iconic collar is up for auction in Virginia

The fierce silver collar was RBG's chosen statement piece for a rare Supreme Court justice portrait in 2018.

The late Ruth Bader Ginsburg&#x27;s famous Supreme Court &quot;Pegasus&quot; collar is up for auction in Alexandria.Why it matters: The fierce silver collar was RBG&#x27;s chosen statement piece for a rare Supreme Court justice portrait in 2018 — her first day back on the job after recovering from a fall and fractured ribs.

A 2018 photo of the Supreme Court Justices that highlights Ruth Bader Ginsburg's necklace

New tunnel to help alleviate chronic flooding in Northeast D.C.

The newly completed project will also help cut pollution to the Anacostia River.

D.C. just took a big step toward providing relief in a part of Northeast prone to chronic flooding.Why it matters: The newly completed <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Northeast Boundary Tunnel" data-vars-click-url="https://www.dcwater.com/nebp" data-vars-content-id="027dac32-dff8-47ff-ae72-8f12ab75024d" data-vars-headline="New tunnel to help alleviate chronic flooding in Northeast D.C." data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.dcwater.com/nebp" target="_blank">Northeast Boundary Tunnel</a> will help cut pollution to the Anacostia River and prevent flooding in several areas including Rhode Island Avenue, where <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="10 dogs" data-vars-click-url="https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2023/08/15/district-dogs-daycare-flooding-10-killed/" data-vars-content-id="027dac32-dff8-47ff-ae72-8f12ab75024d" data-vars-headline="New tunnel to help alleviate chronic flooding in Northeast D.C." data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2023/08/15/district-dogs-daycare-flooding-10-killed/" target="_blank">10 dogs</a> died when floodwaters submerged a canine daycare this summer.

Georgetown students and faculty call for end to legacy admissions

About one in 10 Georgetown students had legacy status in the Class of 2021, per a report.

A student-led petition urging Georgetown University to ban legacy admissions has gained more than 800 signatures in several weeks.Why it matters: In the wake of the Supreme Court banning race-based admissions, some students and faculty worried about the future of diversity at Georgetown want the end of legacy advantages.

Massive new beer hall Astro opens in Shirlington

Astro Beer Hall — a massive indoor/outdoor brew bar, fried chicken joint, and coffee shop — opens today in Shirlington.Why it matters: The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="all-day destination" data-vars-click-url="https://www.astrobeerhall.com/" data-vars-content-id="904c9877-d189-490d-9d3d-6862ef014b38" data-vars-headline="Massive new beer hall Astro opens in Shirlington" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.astrobeerhall.com/" target="_blank">all-day destination</a> is a fun collab between local talents <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Astro Doughnuts &amp; Fried Chicken" data-vars-click-url="https://astrodoughnuts.com/" data-vars-content-id="904c9877-d189-490d-9d3d-6862ef014b38" data-vars-headline="Massive new beer hall Astro opens in Shirlington" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://astrodoughnuts.com/" target="_blank">Astro Doughnuts &amp; Fried Chicken</a> and the bar masterminds Tin Shop (<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Franklin Hall" data-vars-click-url="https://www.franklinhalldc.com/" data-vars-content-id="904c9877-d189-490d-9d3d-6862ef014b38" data-vars-headline="Massive new beer hall Astro opens in Shirlington" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.franklinhalldc.com/" target="_blank">Franklin Hall</a>, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Highline RxR" data-vars-click-url="https://www.highlinerxr.com/" data-vars-content-id="904c9877-d189-490d-9d3d-6862ef014b38" data-vars-headline="Massive new beer hall Astro opens in Shirlington" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.highlinerxr.com/" target="_blank">Highline RxR</a>), plus a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Compass Coffee" data-vars-click-url="https://www.compasscoffee.com/" data-vars-content-id="904c9877-d189-490d-9d3d-6862ef014b38" data-vars-headline="Massive new beer hall Astro opens in Shirlington" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.compasscoffee.com/" target="_blank">Compass Coffee</a>-fueled cafe.

A mural of an astronaut holding a beer at the new Astro Beer Hall 

When to expect peak fall foliage in D.C.

Your window to view the bright hues might be trickier to predict, as climate change impacts when leaves change.

,<div><figure><iframe frameborder="0" height="781" id="datawrapper-chart-tyIfp" scrolling="no" src="https://datawrapper.dwcdn.net/tyIfp/3/" title="Predicted fall foliage progression in the Middle and South Atlantic U.S. 🍂"></iframe><figcaption>Data: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="SmokyMountains.com" data-vars-click-url="http://smokymountains.com/" data-vars-content-id="56e123b8-c7d3-471b-917a-2b940670a59b" data-vars-headline="When to expect peak fall foliage in D.C." data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="http://smokymountains.com/" target="_blank">SmokyMountains.com</a>. Map: Simran Parwani/Axios</figcaption></figure></div>Peak fall foliage in the D.C. area will be here before you know it.Why it matters: Your window to view the bright hues might be trickier to predict, as <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="climate change" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2023/06/13/climate-extremes-warming-charts-concerns" data-vars-content-id="56e123b8-c7d3-471b-917a-2b940670a59b" data-vars-headline="When to expect peak fall foliage in D.C." data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2023/06/13/climate-extremes-warming-charts-concerns" target="_self">climate change</a> impacts when leaves change — and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="how colorful they get" data-vars-click-url="https://www.neefusa.org/story/climate-change/leaves-they-are-changing#:~:text=How%20Climate%20Change%20Affects%20the,together%20to%20mute%20fall%20colors." data-vars-content-id="56e123b8-c7d3-471b-917a-2b940670a59b" data-vars-headline="When to expect peak fall foliage in D.C." data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.neefusa.org/story/climate-change/leaves-they-are-changing#:~:text=How%20Climate%20Change%20Affects%20the,together%20to%20mute%20fall%20colors." target="_blank">how colorful they get</a>.

Small town fall festivals worth the trek from D.C.

If you're going overnight, book yesterday.

Nothing says fall fun like a road trip, and these small town fall festivals are worth a drive.Between the lines: Small towns = fewer accommodations. If you&#x27;re going overnight, book yesterday.

Ultimate D.C. fall festival guide

Crisp temps and fun themes, outdoor frivolity at its best!

Fall is festival season around D.C. — beer, art, oysters, you name it.Why it matters: Crisp temps and fun themes, outdoor frivolity at its best!

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Survey: Where would you live, if not the DMV?

We're curious where you would move, assuming your economic situation would be similar.

The DMV is the #1 place to live, duh. But — God forbid! — imagine you could no longer live in D.C., Maryland, or Virginia. Where would you go?<ul><li>We&#x27;re curious where would you move, assuming your economic situation would be similar. </li></ul>

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D.C. weekend events: H Street Festival, Oktoberfest and more

Check out a celebration on H Street, Oktoberfest at The Wharf, speed dating at a dispensary and more.

This weekend in D.C., check out a celebration on H Street, Oktoberfest at The Wharf, speed dating at a dispensary, a food truck block party in Georgetown and more.

Jenny Holzer National Mall projection shows off Art in Embassies program

The State Department-run program uses art to wield soft power worldwide.

Famed artist Jenny Holzer will light up the National Mall starting Sunday with a massive projection that explores the beauty of democracy throughout the ages.Why it matters: Holzer is part of 60th-anniversary celebrations for <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Art in Embassies" data-vars-click-url="https://art.state.gov/" data-vars-content-id="a722f55b-f949-4df6-9f07-661b5e849e67" data-vars-headline="Jenny Holzer National Mall projection shows off Art in Embassies program" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://art.state.gov/" target="_blank">Art in Embassies</a> (AIE), a State Department-run program that uses art to wield soft power worldwide.

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D.C. area reckons with uptick in youth violence

Educators and city officials are adopting new strategies to keep kids safe, from school metal detectors to D.C.'s youth curfew.

A brawl among high schoolers in Montgomery County that left several students injured is vexing parents and political leaders in the Washington region.Why it matters: The mayhem is part of a recent rise in violent incidents among area teenagers that are forcing local educators and officials to adopt new strategies to keep kids safe, from school metal detectors to D.C.&#x27;s youth curfew.

D.C. still struggling to manage growing migrant crisis

The influx of migrants is stressing social services and requiring tens of millions in new spending to meet demand.

Migrants are continuing to arrive in D.C., a humanitarian crisis that&#x27;s also playing out in other big cities and putting pressure on President Biden to do more.Why it matters: The influx of migrants arriving on buses from the southern border is stressing D.C.&#x27;s social services and requiring tens of millions in new spending to meet demand.

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Town Talker: D.C.'s VIP drivers rack up speeding tickets

The license plate status symbol is handed out by the mayor and D.C. Council members.

Cars bearing D.C.&#x27;s coveted VIP license plates have racked up at least $38,000 in speeding and parking fines over the past several years, per Axios&#x27; search of city records.Why it matters: The bumper status symbol — think plates in the single to triple digits — is handed out by the mayor and D.C. Council members.

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The summer of meddling in D.C.

Republicans are targeting D.C.'s local budget, and local politicians are failing at their bid to stop an expansion of flights at DCA.

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It’s been a losing month in Congress for local leaders.Why it matters: Republicans are targeting D.C.&#x27;s local budget like we haven&#x27;t seen in years and area politicians are failing in their bid to stop an expansion of flights at <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Reagan National Airport" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/washington-dc/2023/06/01/new-group-opposes-longer-flights-out-of-reagan-national-airport" data-vars-content-id="cbf1e97a-69c5-4564-9076-8f9b82f77368" data-vars-headline="The summer of meddling in D.C." data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/washington-dc/2023/06/01/new-group-opposes-longer-flights-out-of-reagan-national-airport" target="_self">Reagan National Airport</a>.

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What's inside D.C.'s emergency public safety bill

The legislation makes it easier to detain adults and juveniles who commit specific violent crimes until trial.

The D.C. Council passed emergency legislation this week that aims to crack down on rising violent crime in part by making it easier to detain certain adults and juveniles before they go to trial.Why it matters: D.C. is facing a violent year with homicides up 17% from this time in 2022, and violent crime up 33%, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="per police data" data-vars-click-url="https://mpdc.dc.gov/page/district-crime-data-glance" data-vars-content-id="3a971f41-2bde-451e-a009-2f3a1013507b" data-vars-headline="What&#x27;s inside D.C.&#x27;s emergency public safety bill" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://mpdc.dc.gov/page/district-crime-data-glance" target="_blank">per police data</a>.

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