When the images of thousands of people suffering outside the New Orleans Superdome and blanket-draped bodies of those who had succumbed to the heat and lack of resources were burning themselves into the American psyche – in stepped Lt. General Russel L. Honoré. The images of General Honoré commanding the New Orleans National Guard to […]
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March 19, 2020 Arrest Made in an Assault with Dangerous Weapon (Knife) and Burglary Two Offenses in the First District (Washington, DC) – Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department\’s First District announce an arrest has been made in reference to an Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Knife) and Burglary Two offenses that occurred in […]
Thursday, March 19, 2020 Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department\’s Sixth District seek the public’s assistance in identifying three suspects in reference to an Assault With Intent to Kill (Gun) offense that occurred on Friday, March 6, 2020, in the 6200 Block of Dix Street, Northeast At approximately 6:10 pm, members of the Sixth District […]
Wednesday, March 18, 2020 The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) takes pride in professionally responding to crisis situations, and we will continue to do so throughout the current public health emergency. This is a constantly evolving situation that requires MPD to do our part to limit exposure without interrupting the high level of service provided to […]
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Wednesday, March 18, 2020 Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department\’s Fifth District announce an arrest has been made in reference to an Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Knife) offense that occurred on Saturday, May 25, 2019, in the 1900 block of Benning Road, Northeast. At approximately 3:57 am, the suspect and victim were […]
March 18, 2020 This week, President Trump stoked the flames of racism and discrimination against Asians and Asian Americans when he referred to COVID-19 as the “Chinese Virus.” This kind of shameful rhetoric spreads discrimination and misinformation. The truth is that viruses do not discriminate—they can affect anyone, no matter your race, national origin, ethnic […]
The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is closely monitoring the Coronavirus (COVID-19) public health situation. This webpage contains information for District residents about their rights under District law, where to get help and access OAG services, and how to submit consumer complaints. This page will be updated as more information becomes available. Resources for […]
Click here to sign up for OAG\’s newsletter. This week, the D.C. Council took swift action to pass emergency legislation to protect District residents during the COVID-19 public health emergency. Among other protections, the COVID-19 Response Act prohibits evictions and utility shut-offs, prohibits landlords from charging late fees, outlaws stockpiling of essential goods, and increases […]
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Wednesday, March 18, 2020 (Washington, DC) – The District of Columbia Government has modified its operations in order to mitigate the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) has modified several operations, systems, and services. Effective immediately, the DC Circulator is suspending fares on all routes during the public health emergency. […]
Listen Monday, March 16, 2020 (Washington, DC) – Today, to mitigate the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19), Mayor Muriel Bowser issued Mayor’s Order 2020-04: Prohibition on Mass Gatherings During Public Health Emergency – Coronavirus (COVID-19). View the Mayor\’s Order here. For more information on the District’s response, visit coronavirus.dc.gov.
