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The Georgetown neighborhood celebrated art, music, and performance during Art All Night, Washington, D.C.’s free late-night festival, which featured shows at 16 locations along Wisconsin Avenue on Sept. 12.

Art All Night Exhibits Celebrate Small Businesses, Local Art

By Annika McCanne, Hoya Staff Writer September 19, 2025

The Georgetown neighborhood celebrated art, music and performance for Art All Night, Washington, D.C.’s free late-night art festival which hosted art shows across 16 locations on Wisconsin Avenue Sept....

As the federal takeover of Washington, D.C.'s police department ended, some Georgetown University community members remained concerned over the future of the District's autonomy and policing.

GU Community Concerns for DC Future Persist Despite End of MPD Federalization

By Ajani Stella and Nora Toscano September 19, 2025

After federal control over the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) expired Sept. 10, Republican lawmakers introduced multiple bills that would give the federal government more authority...

Georgetown University students expressed anxiety following the federalization of the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) and the increased presence of law enforcement officials across the District as they return to campus for the new academic year.

GU Students Express Anxiety, Confusion Over DC Police Takeover

By Ruth Abramovitz and Nico Abreu September 4, 2025

Georgetown University students expressed fear and frustration over an increased police presence in Washington, D.C., and on campus as they returned to the District for the academic year.  Citing a...

On Aug. 27, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) announced its plan to take back management of Union Station, the historic transportation hub and national landmark.

Federal Government to Take Control of Union Station

By Shira Oz, City Desk Editor September 4, 2025

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) announced plans to reclaim management of Union Station, a transportation hub and national landmark, Aug. 27. The Trump administration cited concerns about...

On Aug. 26, the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) unveiled the design for its new 8000-series train cars, set to debut in 2028.

DC Transit Authority Unveils New Train Car Design

By Shira Oz, City Desk Editor September 4, 2025

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) announced its new 8000-series train car designs Aug. 26, which will launch in 2027. The new design, which returns the trains to their original...

Local activist groups have initiated a campaign to prevent the planned construction of a new NFL stadium at the site of the Robert F. Kennedy (RFK) Memorial Stadium in Washington, D.C.

DC Activists Oppose RFK Stadium Redevelopment

By Shira Oz, City Desk Editor April 25, 2025

Local activist groups launched an effort to block the upcoming construction of an NFL stadium at the Robert F. Kennedy (RFK) Memorial Stadium site in Washington, D.C. The new RFK Stadium aims to bring...

Before adjourning for a two-week recess on April 15, the House of Representatives failed to consider legislation needed to resolve Washington, D.C.’s $1.1 billion budget gap.

DC Facing $1.1 Billion Budget Cut

By Shira Oz, City Desk Editor April 24, 2025

The House of Representatives did not address legislation needed to close a $1.1 billion gap in Washington, D.C.’s budget before it adjourned for a two-week recess starting April 15. D.C. is facing...

Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center GW Health opened April 15 in D.C.’s Ward 8, uniting GW Hospital and Cedar Hill Urgent Care.

Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center Launches in Ward 8

By Annie Quimby, Hoya Staff Writer April 23, 2025

The Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center GW Health, a clinical integration between the George Washington University (GWU) Hospital and Cedar Hill Urgent Care, opened its doors to community members in Washington,...

Former Washington, D.C. Councilmember Trayon White (D-Ward 8), who is currently under federal indictment for bribery, won reelection to the D.C. Council July 15.

Expelled DC Council Member to Seek Reelection

By Emily Dabre, Hoya Staff Writer April 11, 2025

Former Washington, D.C. Councilmember Trayon White (D-Ward 8), who is currently facing a federal bribery indictment, launched a reelection campaign for his former seat March 31.  White announced...

On April 4, Georgetown University students joined approximately 200 demonstrators outside the Department of Education (DOE) to protest President Donald Trump’s efforts to dismantle the agency.

GU, DC Student Governments Organize Protest Against DOE Gutting

By Shira Oz, City Desk Editor April 7, 2025

Georgetown University students joined around 200 protesters outside the Department of Education (DOE) in an April 4 rally opposing President Donald Trump’s moves to dismantle the agency. The “Hands...

Georgetown Main Street highlighted local artwork during its fourth annual Art Walk held on March 22.

Georgetown Art Walk Event Celebrates Creativity

By Shira Oz, City Desk Editor April 4, 2025

Georgetown Main Street, an organization that supports small businesses in the Georgetown neighborhood, showcased neighborhood art at its fourth annual Art Walk on March 22. The Art Walk, which allows...

Lawmakers and industry leaders met at the Health Next Summit on March 26 to discuss evolving healthcare policies amid federal changes.

Leaders Analyze New Health Care Policies at Inaugural Summit

By Leo Auerbach, Special to The Hoya April 4, 2025

Legislators and industry leaders gathered to examine the rapidly evolving healthcare policy landscape amid federally-instituted changes at the inaugural Health Next Summit hosted at the InterContinental...

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