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‘I call it the Yeti': The hunt for wheelchair accessible taxis in DC
On the afternoon we caught up with Kelly Mack, she just needed a ride to the grocery store. “This is the part where you kind of wait and see,” said Mack, watching her phone. She’s used a wheelchair since she was 10 — moved to D.C. after college, she said, because our city was trying to be more accessible. When...
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Wheelchair accessible taxis are rare in Washington, D.C., advocates say
For years, advocates have told the News4 I-Team that it’s been hard, if not impossible, for people in wheelchairs to find and accessible taxi in Washington D.C. The District is spending big money to make taxis more accessible — but where is that money going? News4’s Ted Oberg reports.
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‘Clock is ticking': DC still facing $1B budget cut
D.C. could be forced to cut more than $1 billion from the current fiscal year budget as the U.S. House of Representatives hasn’t brought up the U.S. Senate legislation reversing a requirement in the government funding bill targeting District spending. The Senate passed the legislation immediately after approving the continuing resolution last month — and President Donald Trump has...
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US House hasn't taken up DC budget fix as it prepares for 2-week recess
D.C. could be forced to cut more than $1 billion from the current fiscal year budget after all as the U.S. House of Representatives hasn’t brought up the U.S. Senate legislation reversing a requirement in the government funding bill targeting District spending. News4’s Mark Segraves reports.
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DC to celebrate its Emancipation Day with parade, festival and fireworks
Explore the history of D.C. Emancipation Day and how you can celebrate in 2025.
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American-Chinese cuisine Lucky Danger serves up tasty takeout at Nationals Park
When you go to a Washington Nationals game, you can’t help but to grab a bite. News4’s Molette Green talks to the chef of Lucky Danger about bringing American-Chinese takeout to baseball fans as a new vendor at Nationals Park.
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Internal memo details goals for DC Safe and Beautiful Task Force
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday establishing the D.C. Safe and Beautiful Task Force. The goal is to make D.C. “the pride of every American to whom it belongs,” according to the White House. The task force, which the White House said will include members of “key government agencies,” is directed to increase police presence in public...
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Internal memo details goals of DC Safe and Beautiful Task Force
News4’s Mark Segraves reports.
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Washington Tennis and Education Foundation welcomes new CEO
The Washington Tennis & Education Foundation is an after-school program that teaches young students tennis and gives academic support for underserved communities in D.C. News4’s Joseph Olmo talks to Candace Smith, the program’s new CEO, ahead of the company’s 70th anniversary
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Several rallies to take place in DC over Medicaid, laid-off federal employees
At least three rallies are planned in D.C. to protest recent Trump administration changes such as cuts to the federal workforce, job layoffs, education funding cuts, Medicaid and medical research. News4’s Joseph Olmo reports.
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Trump administration planning military parade for president's birthday
The Trump administration started planning a military-style parade in the D.C. area for the president’s birthday. President Donald Trump attempted to put on a similar parade during his first term in office but had to cancel it because of cost concerns. The Trump administration has been contacting local leaders in the D.C. area about having a parade. The size...
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Trump planning military parade in DC this summer
The Trump administration has been contacting local leaders in the D.C. area about having a parade. Transportation Reporter Adam Tuss explains.
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Tens of thousands gather for anti-Trump protests
Tens of thousands of people gathered in over 1,200 cities on Saturday to protest against the Trump administration’s immigration and economic policies.
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List: What to do in the DC area this week and weekend, April 7-13
Events, free things to do, festivals and more fun ideas in D.C., Maryland and Virginia.
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Expect more police on part of Georgia Ave. as advocates push for safer streets
In steady rain, Street Smart ambassadors went out onto Georgia Avenue NW to raise awareness about pedestrian and cyclist fatalities. News4’s Megan McGrath reports.
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The Ovi Shop opens at Capital One Arena to celebrate Ovechkin's milestone
Alex Ovechkin is skating into the week as the new GOAT – greatest of all time – in the world of hockey, and Capital One Arena is opening The Ovi Shop on Monday so fans can commemorate the major milestone. News4’s Joseph Olmo reports.
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Runners kick off spring at Credit Union Cherry Blossom 10-mile Run in DC
The Credit Union Cherry Blossom 10-Miler started at the Washington Monument Sunday morning among several scenic and historic sites in the District. News4’s Jessica Albert talks to News4’s Juliana Valencia who participated in the run.
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Thousands rally in ‘Hands Off' protests against Trump
Thousands gathered across the globe to protest recent actions by the Trump administration. News4’s Jessica Albert reports.
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Gizelle Bryant creates ‘GNA' running group
You can get fit for a good cause with some of the DMV’s most recognizable reality stars. ‘Real Housewives of Potomac’ star Gizelle Bryant spoke with News4’s Jummy Olabanji and Molette Green about the effort.
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Thousands expected to protest Trump administration
The organization Hands Off said that more than 4,000 people have signed up to protest against the current administration. News4’s Jessica Albert reports.