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The Reflecting Pool Is Drawing Crowds of Gawkers
According to Donald Trump’s government, the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool is a “crystal clear” basin of water.
D.C. Pride For Every Type of Washingtonian
Washington D.C.’s best 2026 Pride events, from fashion shows and film fests to block parties and raves.
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McDuffie Concedes in Mayor's Race
Local NewsJune 18NOTUS Scraps ‘The Star’ Rebrand, Ends Trademark Dispute
DC PoliticsJune 17Column: D.C.’s Disastrous Election Wait
DC PoliticsJune 17Janeese Lewis George Looks Very Likely to Win D.C. Mayoral Primary
AnnouncementsJune 17Ben Brasch Joins City Cast DC as Politics Reporter
Events
Thursday, June 18
- 🔮 Tarot & Intuitive Art Experience at Flor Coffee + Books (Georgetown)
- 📚 Grown-Up Book Fair at Continues Arcade (Alexandria)
- 🍺 Kara's Cheesemonger Trials at Henceforth (H Street Corridor)
- 🎬 Outdoor Movie Night: “MILK” at Marie Reed Rec Center (Adams Morgan)
- 🪩 Disco Party with Stonewall Sports at metrobar (Edgewood)
- 🌈 Lecture: Pride and Belonging In African Art at the African Art Museum (National Mall)
- 🎤 Stories of Joy and Resistance at Heurich House (Dupont Circle)
- 🎹 Black Music Month Celebration at the NMAAHC (National Mall)
More from City Cast DC
D.C. Heads to the Polls in High-Stakes Primary
This is the first time in over a decade that Muriel Bowser and Eleanor Holmes Norton are not on the ballot.
Column: D.C.’s Disappointing Mayoral Campaign Ends Today
The city doesn’t usually pick candidates like Janeese Lewis George or Kenyan McDuffie. For better or worse, that will change this year.
Robert White Wins Democratic Primary to Represent D.C. in Congress
White, who beat his council colleague Brooke Pinto, would become just the third person in history to represent D.C. in Congress.
Moon Rabbit’s Susan Bae Wins DC’s Only 2026 James Beard Award
Susan Bae wins the Outstanding Pastry Chef category at the 2026 James Beard Awards, D.C.’s only win.
Voter Guide: Council Races and Special Election
City Cast DC sent questionnaires to candidates asking about their campaign platforms and what they see as top priorities for the city.
Trump Name Removed from Kennedy Center
A federal judge last month ordered President Trump's name removed from the venue's facade.
Adams Morgan’s Favorite Wine Bar Has a Shot at a James Beard Award
James Beard nominee Maison Bar à Vins is an “Adams Morgan bar for grown-ups”
When Will D.C. Know Its Next Mayor? Later Than You Might Think.
Here’s what else you need to know about ranked choice voting.
Voter Guide: The Delegate Race
City Cast DC sent questionnaires to each candidate asking about their campaign platforms and what they see as top priorities for the city.