Local politicians demand funding for LGBTQ programs
A group of neighborhood leaders is demanding more funding for programs to protect the local LGBTQ community amid several episodes of violence against LGBTQ individuals.
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Parents take years to accept LGB children, study finds
David Huebner and Kathleen Roche, two associate professors of prevention and community health, found that parents often take years to accept lesbian, gay or bisexual children.
Person steals bike outside of Lerner Hall
A person stole a Capital Bikeshare bike outside of Lerner Hall Friday, according to a Metropolitan Police Department report.
FBI searches Evans' home, councilmembers call for his removal
The FBI searched Ward 2 D.C. Councilmember Jack Evans’ home less than a week after admitting to using his Metro chairmanship for financial gain.
Person steals wallet at Duke's Grocery
A person stole a woman’s wallet at Duke’s grocery Thursday, according to a Metropolitan Police Department report.
Faculty leaders urge officials to select next CCAS dean
More than 10 current and former Faculty Senate members criticized University President Thomas LeBlanc for suspending the search for the next CCAS dean.
ANC votes to fund H Street pedestrian safety study
Local politicians voiced concerns about President Donald Trump’s Fourth of July celebration and approved two transportation measures at a meeting Wednesday.
Evans to resign as Metro board chair next week
D.C. Ward 2 Councilmember Jack Evans will step down as chairman of the Metro’s Board of Directors next week.
Silver Line construction two months behind schedule
The Metro’s six-station Silver Line extension project has been delayed an additional two months, according to an official progress report.
GW alumnus tapped as acting defense secretary
President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that Mark Esper, who holds a doctorate from GW, will take over as acting defense secretary.