Yesterday marked the 6 month anniversary of the mid-air aircraft collision near DCA that tragically claimed 67 lives. The first responders that were out on the Potomac that night are still struggling. wamu.org/story/25/07/...

Just saw Superman, a movie about an alien who comes to Earth and protects humans from other aliens. Yet, the most unrealistic part of the movie is when an editor looks at a 1st draft of a hastily written newspaper story and yells “Perfect!”

Got a great and very newsworthy Politics Hour this week (I mean, that’s the case every week). Come join @alexkoma.bsky.social , @cmzparker5.bsky.social , & @wmatagm.bsky.social … and, of course, Kojo Nnamdi. Tune into WAMU 88.5 at noon! wamu.org/story/25/07/...

On the last day of June, visit D.C.’s Congressional Cemetery… home to perhaps the only community-created LGBTQ+ section in the world. Listen and read! www.npr.org/2025/06/18/n...

A year ago, went to the Orlando Public Library & requested files from the Disney Collection (just for fun, I’m a nerd)… including from #MuppetVision3D… truly a one-of-a-kind piece of multimedia art & Henson’s last project. Hope there’s new life for it somewhere someplace.

First stop on Around the World Embassy Tour day… Thailand. Food, dancing, music, and Thai massages.

Don’t know what to do tomorrow? Well, now you do! wamu.org/story/25/05/...

Petworth Porchfest is always great and a ton of fun.

Attended a fancy dinner last night & wore a bowtie. Also, went sans glasses but couldn’t see so put them back on. Lesson learned.

Breaking Montgomery County tax news: County Executive Marc Elrich is pulling his proposal to increase property taxes by 3.5% and is instead now proposing to raise the county income tax rate by .01% to 3.3%.

A fantastic vintage find… a silver Capital Centre 10th anniversary jacket. The Landover, MD arena was home to Washington Bullets & Capitals for 30 years. Plus, where WWF (now WWE) got its start. The arena was demolished in 2002. Didn’t quite fit me, but already regretting not just getting it.

Goonies reunion! Cosplay meet-ups! Tabletop gaming fun! Speed puzzling championship! Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles! John Rhys-Davies! Here’s my preview of this weekend’s Awesome Con… Heading there now, so come say hello! wamu.org/story/25/04/...

Very interesting Instagram video from Trayon White yesterday: He challenges Phil Mendelson directly, seeming to say that the chair promised him the Council wouldn't vote to expel him a second time if he wins. "I hope you ain't lying to me," he added. Here's a full transcript:

ICE raids in Northern Virginia have resurfaced a long-running debate in Arlington over the handful of exceptions where the county police can alert ICE after they arrest someone. wamu.org/story/25/04/...

There will never be another Stumpy, but…

Find yourself an ice cream spot that has movie props from Mission Impossible 3 and a signed photo on the wall of James Cromwell holding Babe, Pig in the City.

At the Black Lives Matter Plaza in D.C. The District is starting removal of the plaza today. In the summer of 2020, Mayor Bowser had the plaza painted over - a symbolic act of defiance against President Trump @wamu.org

Every Home Depot should have a stand in the parking lot that sells Philly Cheesesteaks & plays Jamiroquai. Had the chicken & cheese, actually quite good.

Members of the region’s only 24/7 marine recuse unit were among the first emergency personnel at the scene of Jan’s plane crash near DCA. Now, they are coming to terms with what they saw and experienced. Very much appreciate them for sharing their story. wamu.org/story/25/03/...

A small Prince George's County special primary elections update... 5 (out of 9) polling sites remain open because they are still people in line waiting to vote, per the county board of elections. So, may not get results any time soon in the County Executive and District 5 races.

Legacy on Ice at Capital One Arena, honoring the 67 lives lost in Jan’s DCA plane crash and the D.C. & Fire EMS first responders who worked that night. Lots of families and young athletes in attendance. Quite emotional.

Date night in Rockville… went to Teso Life, a Japanese department store where I mostly hung out in the snack aisles. And Meow Claw… a claw machine arcade. Won a pink dinosaur.

Steve Freedman doesn't call himself a collector. And yet he's amassed -- his word -- 50+ years worth of @wshcapitals.bsky.social and other D.C. sports memorabilia. He's donated most of his collection to the @dcpubliclibrary.bsky.social. Hear my latest. wamu.org/story/25/02/...

E Street Cinema, the beloved movie house in downtown D.C., announced it will close its doors later this year. The movie theater's owner, Landmark Theaters, confirmed the closure to The Washington Post but did not provide a specific date for final closure.

One of the superpowers of local public radio is to have the ability to turn the mic over and listen, giving others time and space to talk. That's what we did with this story. As the Federal government dismantles USAID, this is what its workers are thinking about: wamu.org/story/25/02/...

Pretty busy late afternoon at the D.C. Record Fair at 9:30 Club. Scored a highly coveted (at least to me) record of the “First Lady of Musical Comedy.”

A local health story we'll continue keeping an eye on: transgender people can still get gender-affirming services in D.C., which may include medication, surgery, and mental health. But under Trump, some centers have already cut back on their care or are facing pressure to. wamu.org/story/25/02/...

We finally made it to cherry blossom trash bag season.

Great to see a ton of scenes in the new Captain America were filmed on location in D.C. But if you like your cherry blossom trees upright, I’m not sure this movie is for you.

Got a great Politics Hour on today… tune in..now! wamu.org/story/25/02/...

On The Politics Hour tomorrow, Sen. Mark Warner discusses the latest on the deadly plane crash at DCA. Plus, Prince George’s County CM Wala Blegay & D.C. CM Charles Allen on what the White House’s recent orders means for the region. WAMU 88.5 at 12 pm wamu.org/story/25/01/...

I've been reporting on the long history of concerns about airport capacity and safety at DCA today - you can hear that story at 6:44 pm on 88.5 FM. Our little newsroom has been scrambling to keep this post updated all day with what we know: wamu.org/story/25/01/...

With fantastic photos from @tyronefoto.bsky.social!

Come for a preview of D.C.’s Winter Restaurant Week… stay for some of my best food jokes. Always a great time on Get Out There. wamu.org/story/25/01/...

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President Trump is granting clemency to abt 1,500 J6 defendents… last week we asked departing U.S. Attorney for D.C. Matt Graves abt what a Trump pardon would mean for his years-long investigation into those charged in the insurrection. wamu.org/story/25/01/...

Trump during his rally at Capital One Arena thanks the owners of the arena for being “big” supporters of MAGA & asked for everyone to root for the teams… Well, the owners of Capital One Arena is now.. the District of Columbia. wtop.com/dc/2024/12/d...