Earth Day in D.C.
• April 5, 2019

I remember visiting Washington, D.C., with my family when I was in eighth grade. I was so excited that we were there around Earth Day. Leonardo DiCaprio — fresh off […]

Downtowner DC April 3, 2019
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GU EXPANDS ON CAPITOL HILL Georgetown University has finalized the purchase of a building at 500 First St. NW, expanding the university’s presence on Capitol Hill. Adding the new acquisition […]

Business Ins & Outs: Ron Paul, Compass Coffee & Jonathan Adler
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EAGLEBANK’S RON PAUL RETIRES Ron Paul, CEO, chairman and co-founder of Eagle Bancorp, Inc., parent company of EagleBank, announced his immediate retirement due to health issues on March 21. In 1998, […]

Downtowner DC March 20, 2019
• March 26, 2019

CITYCENTERDC SNAGS FIRST TIFFANY’S IN DISTRICT Famed jeweler Tiffany & Co. opened its first shop in the District on March 4. The store is located in CityCenterDC, home to many […]

Business Ins & Outs: Kittens, Coffee and Four Seasons at 40
• March 10, 2019

The Four Seasons Hotel in Georgetown is turning 40. Other items: Bourbon Steak, Compass Coffee, Kitten Lounge and Kiplinger.

Downtowner DC
• March 7, 2019

Bald eagles Liberty and Justice abandoned, then returned to, their nest — and other recent news of note from around the District.

Downtowner DC News
• February 25, 2019

A roundup of newsworthy happenings around the District, including a hate-crimes bill, a hit-and-run, slowing population growth and a possible name change for Woodrow Wilson High School.

Fair Shot February: Free Circulator Rides, Forums
• January 28, 2019

Along with free Circulator rides, during Fair Shot February, Mayor Bowser will host Budget Engagement Forums, at which she will hear from District residents about how they want the city’s budget to be spent.

Downtowner DC
• December 7, 2018

D.C. to Enforce Straw Ban Next Year The District will be banning plastic straws starting in 2019. Effective Jan. 1, businesses and organizations that serve or sell beverages or food […]

Downtowner: NPS Fees, D.C. Duped, Other News
• November 8, 2018

In this report: items about National Mall permit fees, a costly scam, a campaign rally, a death from a stray bullet, an Adams Morgan grocery, driverless cars and dockless motor scooters.