Republicans push to repeal D.C.'s governing power, but city supporters push for statehood
Republican lawmakers introduced a bill to strip D.C. of its governing power, but city officials want statehood instead.
Explore the little-known hidden features of DC’s Lincoln Memorial
In today’s episode of “Matt About Town,” WTOP’s Matt Kaufax tracks down the hidden features around the Lincoln Memorial.
Someone stole a 500-pound statue from a Southeast DC dog park
WASHINGTON — Police are investigating a different type of dognapping in DC. According to investigators, someone stole a ...
Thieves take D.C. statue inspired by famed White House dog
The statue, an homage to the celebrated presidential dog Fala and created as a memorial to a beloved teacher, has been stolen ...
DC police offer reward for information leading to stolen 500-pound dog sculpture in SE
According to the dog park’s website, “The Scottie” was erected in honor of Bernadette Blum, a local preschool teacher who ...
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This Historic Portrait of George Washington Is Being Restored to Its Former Glory
The 18th-century painting by Charles Willson Peale had previously been the subject of mismanaged restoration attempts. Now, experts in Versailles are bringing it back in line with the artist's origina ...
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Go-Go Museum: Preserving DC’s iconic music history, culture
When you live in D.C., the national monuments serve as your backdrop but the soundtrack is unmistakably Go-Go – the music born, bred and booming in the ...
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A Magnificent Portrait of George Washington Heads to Versailles for a Makeover
Peale's majestic portrait of founding father George Washington has headed to Versailles for a state-of-the-art restoration.