Students Return to School as D.C. Files Restraining Order Against Teachers’ Union
D.C. files a restraining order against the Washington Teachers’ Union to prevent them from striking. The WTU president says she is advising teachers to return to school on Tuesday.
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News
Cases Have Decreased Overall, But D.C. Needs To Stay Vigilant
The coronavirus isn’t contained, and variant cases were reported in neighboring states. Time to double mask?
D.C. Council Set to Override Two More Bowser Vetoes
It sets up the potential for an awkward Monday morning media briefing.
What Does Chris Geldart Think About Racial Justice?
The new deputy mayor for public safety and justice on his role in his new appointment in the Bowser administration.
Food
Why Are So Many D.C. Chefs Riffing on Fast Food Classics Right Now?
Would you like nostalgia with that?
Mayor Bowser’s Proposed Alcohol Act Could Change How We Drink in D.C.
The legislation also encourages grocers to open stores east of the river by using liquor sales as an incentive.
Denizens Gets Into the Ghost Restaurant Game With Sunday Gravy
The brewery will start serving homey Italian food out of its Silver Spring location on Wednesday. Riverdale Park is up and running.
Arts
City Lights: Sixth & I Covers Judaism’s “Laughing Matters”
Rabbi Shira Stutman will teach a two-part online class, “Laughing Matters: Judaism, Comedy, and Identity," with fellow rabbi Aaron Potek.
City Lights: Listen to Tony Cruise’s Max Res Default
As a pioneer of Prince George’s alternative music community, Cruise has garnered a reputation for his individuality. Max Res Default is a perfect reflection of his distinctness.
City Lights: Davóne Tines Sings the Powerful Recital No. 1: MASS
“COVID has meant a lot of change,” says Northern Virginia-raised vocalist Davóne Tines, “and for me it’s meant slowing down, taking time to reflect, whether you want to or not, on how things have been in life.”
Sports
John Wall Gets Win Over His Faltering Former Team
"It is definitely weird him being on the other side, but I'm happy for him."
Wizards Struggle in First Game Since COVID-19 Outbreak
"We didn't play particularly well, but we played hard, and that's all I can ask for right now."
I Came As a Shadow Captures the Lasting Legacy of John Thompson Jr.
"I really hope that people who read this understand this was a person who bridged eras in a very remarkable way, who grew up during Jim Crow and then met six presidents."
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