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Black Reel Awards founder Tim Gordon is back with third annual Lakefront Film Festival

WTOP News 8/8 6:26P Jason Fraley

toggle audio on and off change volume download audio WTOP's Jason Fraley previews the Lakefront Film Festival (Part 1) The founder of the Black Reel Awards and president of...

2 kids shot in Northeast DC

WTOP News 8/8 4:55P Carlos Ramirez

Two children are in the hospital following a shooting in Northeast D.C. It happened around 9 p.m. Monday on the 700 block of 18th Street near Maryland Avenue. More Local News...

Filming of biopic will close some streets in DC’s Capitol Hill neighborhood

WTOP News 8/8 4:08P Jack Pointer

A film about the activist who organized the 1963 March on Washington will shut down some traffic in D.C.’s Capitol Hill neighborhood Thursday. Filming for the movie “Rustin”...

Understanding lightning strikes after the deadly tragedy in Lafayette Park

WTOP News 8/8 3:25P Shayna Estulin

It s the middle of summer storm season in the D.C. area, and storms frequently bring lightning with them. After last week s deadly lightning strike in a park near the White...

Lady Gaga rocks Nats Park as ‘Born This Way Foundation’ aids DC charities

WTOP News 8/8 8:15A Jason Fraley

toggle audio on and off change volume download audio WTOP's Jason Fraley covers the Born This Way Foundation (Part 1) The inimitable Lady Gaga rocks Nationals Park Monday...

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The Dress I’m Loving This Summer

A Touch of Teal 8/8 3:47P Katie

Other than a quick trip, one-night trip to NYC last month, I ve been at home in Arlington and absolutely loving it. I ve been able to catch up with friends I haven t seen in a while, say yes to...

A Week in Waikiki: Where to Eat

A Touch of Teal 8/6 2:04P Katie

Aloha! I m back with another post in my three-part series recapping my trip to Waikiki Beach, Oahu, Hawaii earlier this year. As a reminder, you can also read my posts about  where to stay in Waikiki...

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My Experience Using IZIVAT Crossborder

Blonde in the District 8/5 10:27A Dani Sauter

Image it: you've just finished a coffee and croissant for breakfast at a Parisian Cafe while people watching. The streets are bustling as everyone is heading to work, but...

At-Home Barista Gadgets

BubbleLifestyles 8/5 10:09A

Making coffee at home can be fun and affordable.  Be your own barista with these incredible coffee making gadgets. Handheld milk frother Glass Pour Over Coffee Maker Coffee Bar Organizer Nespresso...

Top 5 Wineries to Visit in Carmel Valley Village

Alicia Tenise 8/4 7:02A Alicia

Don t get me wrong: I love Napa and Sonoma . However, California is home to hundreds of wineries across the state and many other wine regions you can explore. In fact, I prefer going to the smaller...

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Inside the New Mi Vida, a Mesmerizing Mexican Restaurant for Logan Circle

DC Eater 8/8 11:09A Tierney Plumb

D.C.’s soaring new Mi Vida opens on Monday, August 8. | Rey Lopez/Eater DC The Wharf-born brand expands to 14th Street NW with cocktail and tequila flights, skewered snacks, and dessert tastings...

Rappahannock Oyster Bar Is Closing at Union Market After a Decade

Washingtonian (Food) 8/8 8:15A Anna Spiegel

Rappahannock Oyster Bar is closing its Union Market location on Saturday, August 13. Co-owner Travis Croxton, who was among the first retail tenants at the Northeast DC food...

La Tejana’s Top-Rated Tacos Move Into Mt. Pleasant — and More Openings

DC Eater 8/5 11:15A Tierney Plumb

La Tejana busts open in Mt. Pleasant this weekend with five types of breakfast tacos. | Jason Garza for La Tejana Plus, Rebel Taco adds a Mt. Vernon Triangle outpost and Mola Empanada lands in Adams...

15 Picks for a Celebratory Night Out in D.C.

DC Eater 8/5 9:05A Vinciane Ngomsi

Champagne service in the VIP lounge at Alias. | Laura Chase de Formigny for Alias It’s time to go all out with bubbles, sparklers, caviar, and more Finding time for a night out with friends, whether...

Finally, A Texas-Style Breakfast Taco Place Is Opening in DC

Washingtonian (Food) 8/5 8:05A Jessica Sidman

La Tejana s weekend pop-ups regularly drew lines down the block for Texas-style breakfast tacos with handmade flour tortillas. Now, couple Ana-Maria Jaramillo and Gus May are...

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Wizards, D.C. Basketball Greats Pay Tribute to Late Bill Russell

NBC DC (Sports) 8/1 7:15A Mike DePrisco

Wizards pay tribute to late Bill Russell originally appeared on NBC Sports Washington The sports world lost one of the greatest athletes in American sports history Sunday when...

Grant Hill on Growing Up in Virginia, Wishing He Played for Wizards

NBC DC (Sports) 7/27 7:30A Chase Hughes

Grant Hill on NoVa roots, wishing he played for Wizards originally appeared on NBC Sports Washington Long before he became a household name, Grant Hill was a kid growing up in...

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Still Unfinished After 17 Years, $7M Castle Von Frandsen in Idaho Needs a Royal Touch

realtor.com® Real Estate News 8/8 11:30A Tiffani Sherman

MLS / Realtor.com For anyone who s dreamed of bringing their own Lego fortress to life, this structure is for you. An unfinished lakefront castle in Sagle, ID , is now available for $7 million. The...

Art Hotel Is a Colorful Oasis in the Palm Springs Desert

realtor.com® Real Estate News 8/8 10:15A Claudine Zap

MLS / Realtor.com The Art Hotel in Palm Springs, CA, has been looking to book a buyer for a long stay. Owner and designer Tracy Turco reimagined the 1960 lodge as an art-themed, midcentury...

Work From Home in Style: L.A.’s Wired House Available for $21K a Month

realtor.com® Real Estate News 8/8 9:00A Lisa Johnson Mandell

MLS / Realtor.com A wealthy tenant can now take up residence in the Wired House to find out if it provides the ultimate work-from-home solution. The modern Los Angeles residence designed with the...

‘Spent Over $4,000 in the First 3 Hours’: 8 New-Homeownership Horror Stories

realtor.com® Real Estate News 8/8 8:00A Natalie Way

Getty Images Buying a new home is exciting—but also downright terrifying. Imagine spending the better part of your life savings on a new property only to find out that...

‘My Lottery Dream Home’ Reveals the Most Glorious, Surprisingly Affordable Place To Retire Right...

realtor.com® Real Estate News 8/8 7:30A Jillian Pretzel

HGTV David Bromstad , the host of My Lottery Dream Home , meets a lot of people with money to burn. And what do people do when they have extra cash? Buy a vacation house, of course! On the Season 12...

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