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DOGE being at the IRS could delay your tax refund, Democrat senator says

Gavin Kliger, 25, reportedly visited the tax-collection agency’s District of Columbia offices to examine its systems

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District Of Columbia Sues Federal Government Over Anacostia Pollution

The District of Columbia sues federal government over pollution in Anacostia River, citing toxic waste dumping and environmental harm. Legal action highlig...

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DC sues federal government over pollution in Anacostia River

The District of Columbia is suing the federal government over pollution in the Anacostia River, hoping it will lead to a cleanup of the urban waterway

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Interior secretary manages vast lands that all Americans share − and can sway the balance between conservation and development

The Department of the Interior was created in 1849 as the United States was rapidly expanding and acquiring territory. It became known as “the department of everything else” for its enormous portfolio of missions, which ranged from western expansion to oversight of the District of Columbia jail.

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Can Washington handle two weeks of high-security pomp along with a heavy burst of snow?

For the first time, the District of Columbia is hosting three so-called National Special Security Events in a two-week span: Monday’s congressional certification of President-elect Donald Trump’s electoral win, this week’s state funeral for former President Jimmy Carter and then Trump’s inauguration on Jan. 20

The Independent UK

Does Your State Have a Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit?

Over two dozen states, plus the District of Columbia offer tax credits or deductions for working families.

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DC Mayor corrects misinformation over RFK Stadium land after celebrating start of arena renovations

District of Columbia Mayor Muriel Bowser took a break from celebrating the start of an $800 million arena renovation project to correct misinformation circulating on social media about another major Washington sports project that is suddenly in jeopardy

The Independent UK

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District Of Columbia Sues Amazon Over Delivery Service Discrimination

District of Columbia sues Amazon for halting fast delivery to Black neighborhoods without notice, citing safety concerns. Legal battle ongoing.

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District Of Columbia Sues Amazon Over Delivery Service Discrimination

District of Columbia sues Amazon for halting fast delivery to Black neighborhoods without notice, alleging discriminatory impact.

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DC lawsuit says Amazon secretly stopped fast deliveries to 2 predominantly Black zip codes

The District of Columbia is alleging in a lawsuit that Amazon secretly stopped providing its fastest delivery service to residents who live in two predominantly Black neighborhoods in the city

The Independent UK

Divided D.C. Circuit Panel Refuses to Enjoin D.C. Magazine Cap

The judges divide over whether a challenge to a law limiting the number of bullets in a magazine is likely to succeed. Is next stop the Supreme Court?

Reason

Marriott hit with major penalty to settle security breach claims

Marriott International will have to pay a $52 million penalty to 49 states and the District of Columbia for multiple breaches.

TechRadar

TikTok sued by multiple states for allegedly causing harm to children’s mental health

More than a dozen states have filed lawsuits against TikTok, alleging the app is harming youth mental health by designing its platform to be addictive to kids

The Independent UK

Judge Preliminarily Blocks Missouri AG's Enforcement of AG's Investigative Demand Against Media Matters

An excerpt from Media Matters for America v. Bailey, decided Friday by Judge Amit Mehta (D.D.C.); read the full opinion for more: On November 16, 2023, Plaintiff Media Matters for America, Inc., a District of Columbia-based media company, published an article authored by Plaintiff Eric Hananoki reporting that advertisements for…

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Amazon Antitrust Lawsuit Revived By D.C. Appeals Court

District of Columbia's antitrust lawsuit against Amazon revived by appeals court over alleged anticompetitive practices.

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Hunter Biden law licence suspended after conviction in gun case

District of Columbia court hints at further repercussions, including possibility of being permanently disbarred

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PHOTOS: Best images from Thunder’s 136-128 win over Wizards

The best photos from the Thunder's 136-128 win over the Wizards.

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Who can even serve at Trump’s trials?

Trump has said that jury pool is already biased because District of Columbia residents tend to vote for Democrats

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Biden and the first lady head to District of Columbia public middle school to welcome back students

President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden are visiting a District of Columbia public middle school to welcome students back for the new year

Reason

D.C. Circuit Revives Viewpoint Discrimination Suit Against District of Columbia

The District allowed "Black Lives Matter" protestors to violate the city's defacement ordinance, but enforced the law against groups with a different political message.

Tribune News Service

House push to override Biden veto over DC policing policy falls short

WASHINGTON — The House on Tuesday was unable to advance its effort to overturn a District of Columbia policing bill, falling short of the threshold needed to override a veto by President Joe Biden.

The Independent UK

Maker of anti-addiction drug Suboxone reaches $102.5 million settlement over antitrust claims

The company that makes the opioid addiction treatment drug Suboxone has reached a $102.5 million settlement of antitrust claims with 41 states and the District of Columbia

The Independent UK

On 3rd anniversary of George Floyd's death, Biden stops GOP-led effort to block DC police reform law

President Joe Biden on Thursday - the third anniversary of George Floyd’s murder - vetoed an effort led by congressional Republicans to overturn new District of Columbia law on improving police accountability

The Independent UK

Senate votes to block 2nd DC crime law; Biden veto expected

The Senate has voted to overturn a District of Columbia law enacted last year to improve police accountability, the second time this year that Democrats have joined with Republicans to try and block the district’s crime regulations

Tribune News Service

House passes resolution to overturn DC policing changes

WASHINGTON — House Republicans passed a resolution Wednesday that would overturn a District of Columbia policing bill, once again flexing congressional authority to disapprove of a local measure from the district.

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