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.
Thursday, March 19, 2020 (Washington, DC) – As of 8:30 pm on Thursday, March 19, the District’s coronavirus (COVID-19) data includes 32 new positive cases, bringing the District’s overall positive case total to 71 individuals. 8-year-old male 20-year-old female 22-year-old male 20-year-old female 24-year-old male 25-year-old female 30-year-old female 31-year-old male 31-year-old male 32-year-old male 34-year-old […]
While D.C. may be famous for its historical landmarks, there have been a number of other notable aspects that have given D.C. it’s culture— music being one. D.C is home to some of the most prominent entertainers in the music industry today! Shy Glizzy, Ari Lennox, Jonny Gill, Ginuwine, Tank, Wale, and more. With the
I first saw Hancock when it was released in theaters twelve years ago, and my mother led me back outside before it ended because of how much Will Smith was cursing. I remember her surprise at hearing such language in a PG-13 film. I didn’t encounter Hancock again until years later when I caught some
Sunday, March 15, 2020 Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department\’s First District have announced an arrest has been made in reference to a Burglary Two offense that occurred on Thursday, March 12, 2020, in the 800 block of 11th Street, Northeast. At approximately 10:16 am, the suspect entered a residence at the listed location. Once […]
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