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White House Plans Underground Visitor Screening Center

New facility aims to enhance security for White House visitors.

DC Mayor Releases Congestion Pricing Study, Warns Against Implementation

Bowser cites pandemic's impact on downtown as reason to hold off on congestion pricing plan

DC Releases Congestion Pricing Report, But No Plans to Implement

Bowser administration finds congestion pricing could raise up to $345 million annually, but says report is flawed

Federal Panel Delays Vote on Controversial White House Ballroom Project

Thousands of public comments criticize the $400 million proposal as "hideous" and "just ugly"

DC Mayor Declares Emergency Over Massive Potomac River Sewage Spill

Bowser requests federal aid to help repair leak and assess environmental damage

Planning Board Meeting Scheduled for March 2, 2026

Residents invited to join virtual meeting to discuss local development plans

NYC Mayor Pitches Trump on Housing Investments

Mamdani presents mock newspaper front page to appeal to Trump's media focus

Fine Arts Panel Approves Trump's White House East Wing Ballroom Plans

The Commission of Fine Arts voted to approve the design plan for the proposed 90,000-square-foot addition despite overwhelming public opposition.

Trump Announces $400M White House Ballroom Project Approved

The U.S. Commission of Fine Arts unanimously approved the massive undertaking, Trump says.

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