FEATURES
Kennedy Center in Crisis
It’s been a tumultuous time at DC’s beloved arts institution. Is it shuttering for two years? Is it staying open? A deeper look at what’s going on—and what it means to the people who love it most. By Washingtonian Staff.
Food Truck Mafia
Turf wars. Food and fire hazards. $15 ice-cream cones. How an organized network of unlicensed food trucks is wreaking havoc around the National Mall. By Jessica Sidman.
MAGA’s Media Watchdog
As America’s top media regulator, Brendan Carr has used his power to pursue President Trump’s priorities—and target his foes. Is the FCC chair balancing a playing field tilted against conservatives? Or is he a threat to free speech?. By Nancy Scola.
Best of Washington
Our favorite places, people, trends, and things to do right now, including the baby elephant, mahjong lessons, vintage shops, and a neighborhood bar worth the hype. By Washingtonian Staff.
Top Real Estate Agents
Low inventory. Uncertain interest rates. Listings that sell quickly—or languish. It all adds up to a tricky market. Here are the pros who can help you get top dollar for your home or help you find your dream place. By Amy Moeller.
CAPITAL COMMENT
Three Decades of the Sports Junkies: Three decades of the Sports Junkies. By Patrick Hruby.
Flipping for Dumb Phones: Dumb.co’s devices are for anyone who’s had enough of “smart”. By Jessica Sidman.
Deserted Aisles: The ghost of a DC cinema. By Rob Brunner.
A Place to Reflect: How a pub bathroom became one of the city’s hottest selfie spots. By Tristan Espinoza.
THINGS TO DO
Our ten picks for the month in culture. By Pat Padua.
IQ
More Than the Mall: Destination DC’s Elliott Ferguson explains how he sells the city. By Rob Brunner.
Silenced Voice: Voice of America has been decimated. Insiders explain why bringing back the essential news source will be difficult. By Ike Allen.
LIFE, BEAUTY & HEALTH
Beauty Awards: Fifteen standout salons, spas, and pros for when you want a glow-up. By Rebecca Norris.
Smile About It: Goodbye, scary dental visits? Here’s how dentists are making appointments more positive for young patients. Plus, our list of top pediatric dentists. By Daniella Byck.
TASTE
Counter Culture: Tail Up Goat owners Jill Tyler and Jon Sybert go casual at Rye Bunny. By Ann Limpert.
Hidden Eats: Exploring the area’s exciting new crop of Nigerian street-food spots. By Ike Allen.
The Big Chill: Where to sample frozen treats from around the globe. By Ann Limpert, Jessica Sidman, and Ike Allen.
Fresh on the Scene: Eleven new restaurants we’re excited about this month. By Ike Allen.
Pinsa Party: Italians are flocking to Via Roma for more than the oblong pizzas. By Sam Chapple-Sokol.
HOME
Cool Backyards: As more people turn their yards into private sanctuaries, water features are more popular. Here are a few things to know. By Amy Moeller.
Beat the Heat—Inside Your Home: Interior designers share tips for keeping a house cool in DC’s sizzling heat. By Amy Moeller.
Off The Market: Some of the region’s recent high-end residential transactions. By Washingtonian Staff.
FIRST PERSON
Filmmaker and retired Howard professor Haile Gerima on how the Black community lifted both a movie and a bookstore. By Dara T. Mathis.
FEATURES
Kennedy Center in Crisis
It’s been a tumultuous time at DC’s beloved arts institution. Is it shuttering for two years? Is it staying open? A deeper look at what’s going on—and what it means to the people who love it most. By Washingtonian Staff.
Food Truck Mafia
Turf wars. Food and fire hazards. $15 ice-cream cones. How an organized network of unlicensed food trucks is wreaking havoc around the National Mall. By Jessica Sidman.
MAGA’s Media Watchdog
As America’s top media regulator, Brendan Carr has used his power to pursue President Trump’s priorities—and target his foes. Is the FCC chair balancing a playing field tilted against conservatives? Or is he a threat to free speech?. By Nancy Scola.
Best of Washington
Our favorite places, people, trends, and things to do right now, including the baby elephant, mahjong lessons, vintage shops, and a neighborhood bar worth the hype. By Washingtonian Staff.
Top Real Estate Agents
Low inventory. Uncertain interest rates. Listings that sell quickly—or languish. It all adds up to a tricky market. Here are the pros who can help you get top dollar for your home or help you find your dream place. By Amy Moeller.
CAPITAL COMMENT
Three Decades of the Sports Junkies: Three decades of the Sports Junkies. By Patrick Hruby.
Flipping for Dumb Phones: Dumb.co’s devices are for anyone who’s had enough of “smart”. By Jessica Sidman.
Deserted Aisles: The ghost of a DC cinema. By Rob Brunner.
A Place to Reflect: How a pub bathroom became one of the city’s hottest selfie spots. By Tristan Espinoza.
THINGS TO DO
Our ten picks for the month in culture. By Pat Padua.
IQ
More Than the Mall: Destination DC’s Elliott Ferguson explains how he sells the city. By Rob Brunner.
Silenced Voice: Voice of America has been decimated. Insiders explain why bringing back the essential news source will be difficult. By Ike Allen.
LIFE, BEAUTY & HEALTH
Beauty Awards: Fifteen standout salons, spas, and pros for when you want a glow-up. By Rebecca Norris.
Smile About It: Goodbye, scary dental visits? Here’s how dentists are making appointments more positive for young patients. Plus, our list of top pediatric dentists. By Daniella Byck.
TASTE
Counter Culture: Tail Up Goat owners Jill Tyler and Jon Sybert go casual at Rye Bunny. By Ann Limpert.
Hidden Eats: Exploring the area’s exciting new crop of Nigerian street-food spots. By Ike Allen.
The Big Chill: Where to sample frozen treats from around the globe. By Ann Limpert, Jessica Sidman, and Ike Allen.
Fresh on the Scene: Eleven new restaurants we’re excited about this month. By Ike Allen.
Pinsa Party: Italians are flocking to Via Roma for more than the oblong pizzas. By Sam Chapple-Sokol.
HOME
Cool Backyards: As more people turn their yards into private sanctuaries, water features are more popular. Here are a few things to know. By Amy Moeller.
Beat the Heat—Inside Your Home: Interior designers share tips for keeping a house cool in DC’s sizzling heat. By Amy Moeller.
Off The Market: Some of the region’s recent high-end residential transactions. By Washingtonian Staff.
FIRST PERSON
Filmmaker and retired Howard professor Haile Gerima on how the Black community lifted both a movie and a bookstore. By Dara T. Mathis.
