Y’all, could we have planned a more perfect Cherry Blossom season? The fluffy monarchs of spring opened a little early, sure. Peak bloom came (as predicted by yours truly) this past weekend–– Sunday, March 17 to be precise. But then the low temperatures settled in and what we’ve had is just an enduring canopy of […]
When we last looked at the 1908 exhumation of Vice President George Clinton at Congressional Cemetery, we had gotten as far as the removal of the grave marker. It was now time to find the actual coffin. This turned out to be much more easily said than done. Newspaper accounts at the time disagreed as […]
Arrests and other crime information in the area, directly from MPD. If you have a tip, you can always call 202-727-9099. You can also send info anonymously to the TEXT TIP LINE by texting 50411. Crime Solvers of Washington, DC currently offers a reward of up to $1,000 to anyone who provides information that leads to the arrest and indictment […]
This post has been updated. We woke up to messages from the community letting us know that Henry Mendoza, 52, owner of the popular and beloved Salvadoran and Tex-Mex restaurant La Plaza, has died. Henry, who was visiting his native San Miguel in eastern El Salvador, passed away yesterday, March 17, in the early afternoon. […]
Like it or not, peak bloom is upon us! The parks are brimming with gorgeous blossoms of the cherry and magnolia persuasion. Enjoy, rejoice and take some Claritin. But please– don’t rough up the trees! And don’t use them as a pull-up bar! It’s also St. Patrick’s Day weekend, and you’re hereby granted permission to […]