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Remembering American Airlines Flight 5342
Memorials across Washington honor victims of Jan. 29 plane crash.
Natalie Monga and Beverly Freidenrich
• February 14, 2025
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Protestors reject DOGE and Elon Musk
Prominent lawmakers and activists led an anti-Musk demonstration outside the U.S. Treasury Department.
Ben Ackman, Benjamin Austin, and Daisy Bateman
• February 10, 2025
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Thousands rally at the Lincoln Memorial days before Trump’s inauguration
Protestors from around the country gathered in Washington to voice their concerns for the new presidency at the People’s March.
Benjamin Austin, Conny Galvez, and Natalie Monga
• February 7, 2025
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Lunar New Year Parade takes over Chinatown
Families from the Washington area gathered to celebrate community, culture and history.
Daisy Bateman and Jacob Saucier
• February 4, 2025
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In downtown Washington, President Trump’s supporters celebrate, shiver and gloat
Thousands endured long lines and frigid temperatures celebrating Trump’s second inauguration.
Ben Ackman and Benjamin Austin
• January 22, 2025
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In the shadow of the presidential election, Women’s Marchers seek hope from one another
The future of reproductive rights is murky. Still, activists are finding determination in solidarity.
Will Sytsma and Ben Ackman
• January 15, 2025
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Finding the jungle in the urban jungle
Despite obstacles to access, students explore outdoor life in the district
Stevie Rosenfeld, Staff Member
• December 20, 2024
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Riding the Red Line
An artistic look at the Metro’s Red Line.
Claire Gover, Multimedia Producer
• December 13, 2024
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What’s behind a name?
The fight for redesignation of Arlington House, Robert E. Lee Memorial.
Grace Hagerman and Marisa Álvarez
• December 5, 2024
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Walking in history
Celebrating the niche histories of Washington communities.
Emma Pierce and Michelle Miramontes
• December 5, 2024
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On the ballot
Ballot Initiative 83 seeks to implement ranked choice voting and semi-closed primaries in Washington.
Ava Ramsdale, Staff Editor
• December 3, 2024
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HFStival rocks Washington again
The iconic alternative music festival returns after a 13-year hiatus.
Kate Kessler, Staff Editor
• October 9, 2024
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