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Several senior prosecutors in Washington, D.C., and Minneapolis have resigned amid turmoil over how the Justice Department handled the shooting death of a Minneapolis woman by an ICE officer, including at least five prosecutors from Minneapolis’ U.S. attorney’s office, the second-in-command among them.
The Washington National Opera has decided to leave its longtime home at the Kennedy Center after the center ended their relationship, marking a significant change for the opera company.
Several road closures will occur in Washington D.C. tonight between 7:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. due to a permitted special event, affecting streets such as 17th St NW, 15th St NW, Independence Ave SW, Constitution Ave NW, Maine Ave SW, Raoul Wallenberg Pl, West Potomac Park Road, Ohio Drive, and Madison Drive, with possible additional closures.
A judge has ordered Brian Cole Jr to remain in jail before his trial for planting pipe bombs outside political party headquarters in Washington, citing the risk to public safety; Cole faces serious federal charges related to attempted bombings during the January 6 period, with evidence including bomb components and surveillance footage.
The article highlights various activities in Washington D.C. for the upcoming weekend and week, including museum exhibitions, art classes, a bluegrass festival, and other cultural events, offering options for those looking to enjoy the city beyond the holiday season.
The year 2025 was particularly challenging for Washington D.C.'s restaurant industry, with numerous closures including the historic Beuchert’s Saloon, reflecting ongoing struggles in the hospitality sector as it braces for more difficulties in 2026.
The FBI plans to permanently close its aging J Edgar Hoover building in Washington DC and relocate to modern offices, including the Ronald Reagan Building, to improve security and efficiency, ending over 20 years of failed relocation efforts.
A Christmas Eve jazz concert at the Kennedy Center was canceled after the institution's board decided to add Donald Trump's name to its title, sparking controversy and leading the show's host to withdraw in protest.
A man accused of shooting two National Guard members near the White House faces federal charges that could lead to the death penalty, including first-degree murder. The incident resulted in the death of 20-year-old Sarah Beckstrom and serious injury to 24-year-old Andrew Wolfe. Lakanwal, an Afghan national and former partner force member in Afghanistan, was in possession of a stolen firearm and drove from Washington state to D.C. to carry out the attack. The case has been moved to federal court to consider the death penalty.
A man accused of shooting two National Guard members near the White House faces federal charges that could lead to the death penalty, including first-degree murder, after the incident that resulted in one death and serious injuries to another. The case has been moved to federal court to consider the death penalty, and the suspect, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan national with ties to the US government, has pleaded not guilty.
The Justice Department has sued Washington, DC, over its law banning the registration of semi-automatic guns like the AR-15, claiming it violates the Second Amendment. The lawsuit highlights ongoing tensions between federal and local authorities regarding gun rights and regulations, especially amid recent shootings and increased federal presence in the city.
The Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. has added Donald Trump's name to its facade, renaming it The Donald J. Trump and The John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts, following a board decision. This move is controversial as critics argue only Congress can legally change the name of the memorial, which was originally designated by law as a tribute to JFK. Some Kennedy family members oppose the renaming.
The Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. has added President Trump's name to its exterior after its board voted to rename the institution The Donald J. Trump and The John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts, sparking outrage among Democrats and the Kennedy family, despite legal restrictions on such memorials.
The Kennedy Center in Washington, DC, has been renamed to include Donald Trump's name after the trustees' decision, sparking controversy and questions about legal authority, with the Kennedy family criticizing the move; Trump has celebrated the renaming and highlighted his efforts to revitalize the center, which follows a pattern of federal buildings being renamed after him.
The Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., will be renamed the 'Trump-Kennedy Center' following a unanimous vote by its trustees, in honor of Donald Trump's contributions, as announced by the White House.