Capitol Hill Buzz: Pelosi, Diversity, Press Credentials

November 19, 2018

Our writer looks at Georgetowner Nancy Pelosi’s chances, the diversity of the 116th Congress and two cases, past and present, of a correspondent’s expulsion.

The Latest Rock Star: Michelle!

November 15, 2018

In “Becoming,” Michelle Obama talks about her Chicago roots, her law career, her miscarriage, in vitro fertilization, balancing motherhood, the White House years and her distaste for President Donald Trump.

Tech Tip: Cloud Apps Are a Huge Threat

November 12, 2018

Company data can be spread far and wide without central oversight of what information is being shared with whom.

A Not So Surprising Election Outcome Sets Us Up for 2020

November 7, 2018

It’s over. The hurricane midterm—once in a different political landscape predicted to take on the proportions of a blue wave—has come if not entirely gone. The election—at times feared or […]

Tech Tip: Is This Request Really From the Boss?

November 5, 2018

If you get a request relating to personnel, confidential information or banking transactions from someone in your organization, you must double-check that it really came from that person.

Tech Tip: Are You Asking to Be Hacked?

October 29, 2018

One in five small businesses falls victim to cybercrime. Plus, half of all cyberattacks are aimed at small businesses because they make themselves low-hanging fruit.

D.C. Attorney General Investigating Clergy Abuse

October 25, 2018

A new portal was announced for victims to report abuse to the Office of the Attorney General. All of the allegations will be reviewed and, if needed, referred to the authorities.

At-Large Council Race Brings Drama to Midterms

October 22, 2018

The opposition to incumbent Elissa Silverman has been recently led by the mayor, who’s been highly vocal and emphatic in her support for Dionne Reeder.

Tech Tip: The Importance of Unique Passwords


This week’s tip: No matter how much of a pain it is, it is very important to have different passwords for each of your online accounts.

Exorcist Steps Up for Landmark Status

October 18, 2018

On Nov. 15, the District’s Historic Preservation Review Board will consider an application to make the Exorcist Steps a historic landmark, similar to but not on par with the presidential and war memorials.