2020

Where is Lt. General Russel L. Honoré When You Need Him?

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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Metropolitan Police Department Operational Adjustments During COVID-19

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 […]

Arrest Made in an Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Knife) Offense: 1900 Block of Benning Road, Northeast

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 […]

Viruses Don’t Discriminate

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 […]

OAG Coronavirus Information Page

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 […]

CONSUMER ALERT (COVID-19): New Emergency Protections for DC Residents

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 […]

DDOT Suspends DC Circulator Fares

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. […]