FEATURES
Very Important Pets
They’re more than just companions. They’ve become members of the family, worthy of luxe meals, fun excursions, and birthday parties. Here’s our guide to caring for them. By Washingtonian staff.
Loss of Control
In the wake of a recent Washingtonian investigation, former workers at the Psychiatric Institute of Washington are making disturbing new allegations about violence and misconduct at the facility–painting a portrait of even greater dysfunction within a key part of DC’s mental-healthcare system. By Luke Mullins.
Metro at 50
Our region’s iconic rail system turns 50 this month. Here’s everything* you ever wanted to know about Metro but never thought to ask. (*Well, not everything. But a lot!) By Ike Allen, Kate Corliss, Patrick Hruby, and Dara T. Mathis.
CAPITAL COMMENT
Why Eebee’s?: DC’s hottest new hangout in years. By Jessica Sidman.
The Bug Lady: The “Bug Lady” finds fame online. By Dara T. Mathis.
Teaching About 9/11: Will we finally get an education center at the Pentagon 9/11 memorial? By Dara T. Mathis.
By Her Side: Virginia’s first gentleman, Adam Spanberger, talks about his new role. By Sylvie McNamara.
Portraits of a Scandal: How an odd art exhibit came to an empty storefront at the Watergate. By Samantha Skolnick.
THINGS TO DO
Our ten picks for the month in culture. By Pat Padua.
IQ
Taking the Gavel: Montgomery County’s new council president, Natali Fani-González, came to the US as an undocumented teen. By Ike Allen.
Seeing Red Over Speed Cameras: Why Republicans in the federal government have stepped into the debate over DC’s controversial traffic cams. By Ike Allen.
LIFE
Ways to Add Whimsy to Your Life: Finding happiness in the little moments. By Amy Moeller.
TASTE
Raising the Bar: Need a drink? Here are 20 of our favorite cocktails right now. By Ann Limpert, Jessica Sidman, Ike Allen, Cynthia Hacinli, and Sara Levine Rosenblum.
Wonder Land: Our critic tests out Wonder, the chef-packed, delivery-focused “food halls” that are suddenly everywhere. By Ann Limpert.
Say Cheese: The mozzarella stick, that ’80s bar-snack favorite, is making a comeback. Here are six spots for a nostalgic cheese pull. By Nevin Martell.
Hidden Eats: Dim sum fans, get yourself to Rockville’s Corner Bites. By Ike Allen.
HOME
From Cubicles to Condos: DC is a leader in converting old offices into places to live. A look at some of the more interesting projects. By Kate Corliss.
Age-old Questions: Chances are that when you or an elderly loved one needs assisted living, you’ll be unprepared. Here’s what to do now. By Michele Lerner.
Neighborhood Briefing: Arlington: Moonshine cocktails, a pinball paradise, all-you-can-eat Chinese: Here are our favorite new restaurants, shops, and things to do in the thriving Virginia enclave. By Omega Ilijevich and Jessica Sidman.
Off The Market: Some of the region’s recent high-end residential transactions. By Washingtonian Staff.
FIRST PERSON
John Thompson III on one of the best days of his coaching career. By Amy Moeller.
FEATURES
Very Important Pets
They’re more than just companions. They’ve become members of the family, worthy of luxe meals, fun excursions, and birthday parties. Here’s our guide to caring for them. By Washingtonian staff.
Loss of Control
In the wake of a recent Washingtonian investigation, former workers at the Psychiatric Institute of Washington are making disturbing new allegations about violence and misconduct at the facility–painting a portrait of even greater dysfunction within a key part of DC’s mental-healthcare system. By Luke Mullins.
Metro at 50
Our region’s iconic rail system turns 50 this month. Here’s everything* you ever wanted to know about Metro but never thought to ask. (*Well, not everything. But a lot!) By Ike Allen, Kate Corliss, Patrick Hruby, and Dara T. Mathis.
CAPITAL COMMENT
Why Eebee’s?: DC’s hottest new hangout in years. By Jessica Sidman.
The Bug Lady: The “Bug Lady” finds fame online. By Dara T. Mathis.
Teaching About 9/11: Will we finally get an education center at the Pentagon 9/11 memorial? By Dara T. Mathis.
By Her Side: Virginia’s first gentleman, Adam Spanberger, talks about his new role. By Sylvie McNamara.
Portraits of a Scandal: How an odd art exhibit came to an empty storefront at the Watergate. By Samantha Skolnick.
THINGS TO DO
Our ten picks for the month in culture. By Pat Padua.
IQ
Taking the Gavel: Montgomery County’s new council president, Natali Fani-González, came to the US as an undocumented teen. By Ike Allen.
Seeing Red Over Speed Cameras: Why Republicans in the federal government have stepped into the debate over DC’s controversial traffic cams. By Ike Allen.
LIFE
Ways to Add Whimsy to Your Life: Finding happiness in the little moments. By Amy Moeller.
TASTE
Raising the Bar: Need a drink? Here are 20 of our favorite cocktails right now. By Ann Limpert, Jessica Sidman, Ike Allen, Cynthia Hacinli, and Sara Levine Rosenblum.
Wonder Land: Our critic tests out Wonder, the chef-packed, delivery-focused “food halls” that are suddenly everywhere. By Ann Limpert.
Say Cheese: The mozzarella stick, that ’80s bar-snack favorite, is making a comeback. Here are six spots for a nostalgic cheese pull. By Nevin Martell.
Hidden Eats: Dim sum fans, get yourself to Rockville’s Corner Bites. By Ike Allen.
HOME
From Cubicles to Condos: DC is a leader in converting old offices into places to live. A look at some of the more interesting projects. By Kate Corliss.
Age-old Questions: Chances are that when you or an elderly loved one needs assisted living, you’ll be unprepared. Here’s what to do now. By Michele Lerner.
Neighborhood Briefing: Arlington: Moonshine cocktails, a pinball paradise, all-you-can-eat Chinese: Here are our favorite new restaurants, shops, and things to do in the thriving Virginia enclave. By Omega Ilijevich and Jessica Sidman.
Off The Market: Some of the region’s recent high-end residential transactions. By Washingtonian Staff.
FIRST PERSON
John Thompson III on one of the best days of his coaching career. By Amy Moeller.
