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The biggest task ahead for D.C.'s new mayor

Janeese Lewis George 's biggest job will be rebuilding D.C.'s economy. Why it matters: After 12 years, Washingtonians will look to a new mayor to solve their problems. And the list's a doozy: A hellish job market , record restaurant closures , crashing condo values , billion-dollar budget gaps . The big picture: The effects of DOGE are still being felt. Coming after the pandemic, it's been a double whammy for a city that boomed in the 2010s. After President Trump's return to the White House, D.C. lost 45,600 jobs through August , 62% of which were government positions. The fallout has rippled through city life, with laid-off workers and families getting squeezed, neighborhood bars losing customers amid inflation and downtown landlords watching office values plunge. There's no quick rebound: The city won't return to pre-DOGE growth rates until fall 2030, according to D.C. chief financial officer Glen Lee's projections. It's up to JLG — the city's youngest mayor in a generation — to reinvent the city's growth engine. The democratic socialist easily won Tuesday's general election, per AP, after sweeping the competitive June primary amid frustration with the city's direction and rising cost of living. Her ideas include a

Washington, DC · 2d

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Well-Connected to Old Town’s Waterfront Living

Life along the Potomac River offers a perspective on Old Town that is difficult to replicate. Morning walks along the waterfront, afternoons spent exploring King St, dinner at a favorite neighborhood restaurant, and evenings overlooking the river are all part of the appeal. These three distinctive residences offer their own interpretation of waterfront living, each with a connection to the water and the charm, convenience, and character of Old Town Alexandria. From a private rooftop terrace overlooking the Washington, DC skyline to sweeping river views and intimate outdoor spaces, each property presents a rare opportunity to enjoy one of Alexandria’s most sought-after lifestyles.

Alexandria, VA · 20h
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PHOTOS: Sphere at National Harbor earns planning board approval, developers share new details

The Prince George’s County Planning Board gave preliminary approval to Sphere at National Harbor during a hearing Thursday that focused primarily on the physical characteristics within and around the structure. Sitting adjacent to MGM National Harbor, developers also offered up new images and details about the project. One of...

Prince George'S County, MD · 1d
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The Money Overview

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Howard University retirees in its frozen pension plan could get permanent monthly increases and a lump sum under a $1.3 million settlement, pending a final-approval hearing expected on or after Dec. 18

Retirees and surviving spouses in Howard University’s frozen pension plan are in line for permanent monthly increases and a lump sum under a $1.3 million class settlement that won preliminary court approval on Sept. 18. The deal covers about 1,788 plan participants and beneficiaries. Final approval is still ahead, with a fairness hearing expected on […] The post Howard University retirees in its frozen pension plan could get permanent monthly increases and a lump sum under a $1.3 million settlement, pending a final-approval hearing expected on or after Dec. 18 appeared first on The Money Overview .

Washington, DC · 9h

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Institutional Property Advisors brokers shopping center sale in Capitol Heights, MD

CAPITOL HEIGHTS, MD — Institutional Property Advisors (IPA), a division of Marcus & Millichap, announced the sale and financing of Coral Hills, an 85,514 s/f shopping center in Capitol Heights. David Crotts and Dean Zang of IPA represented the seller, a national investment management company, and procured the buyer....

Capitol Heights, MD · 2d

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Former Langston Blvd hair salon is demolished for single-family homes

A former salon on Langston Blvd has come down to make way for two new single-family homes. The former New Image Hair Designs at 5800 Langston Blvd was a small pile of rubble as of this morning (Wednesday). Permit records indicate plans to build two new single-family homes facing N. Madison Street.

Arlington County, VA · 2d

The Alexandria Brief

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King Arthur Baking sets December opening for Old Town store

Exact date for the 617 King Street store and baking school still to come

Alexandria, VA · 2d

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Two affordable housing buildings, 10 townhomes proposed at Virginia Village in Falls Church

Two mid-rise apartment buildings with 132 committed-affordable units are paired with a set of townhomes in a new proposal for the Virginia Village site in Falls Church. City leaders have selected Urban Atlantic as their development partner for the site, which currently includes about 80 1940s-era apartments grouped in fourplex buildings.

Falls Church, VA · 2d

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Miami vs. DC: What 90 condo projects can teach us about our market

Welcome to Kami’s Korner where we’ll take a deep dive into Arlington’s condominium market by focusing on what’s coming next. From emerging developments to shifting trends, this space will spotlight the opportunities and insights shaping the future of condo living in Arlington. I had the opportunity...

Miami, FL · 1d

Main Street Dollars

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District of Columbia residents can get $250 to $1,800 in LIHEAP energy bill help, with in-person appointments starting Nov. 17 after online applications opened Oct. 20

Low-income households in the District of Columbia can get between $250 and $1,800 toward their energy bills from the federal Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, known as LIHEAP. Online applications for fiscal 2027 opened Oct. 20. In-person appointments start Nov. 17, and calls to 311 to book them open Nov. 10, the D.C. Department […]

District Of Columbia · 4h

Washingtonian.com

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7 Luxury Home Sales in the Washington Area—and Who Bought and Sold Them

Bought by: Mary B. Fahrenkopf, a philanthropist. Bragging points: A Colonial-style home on more than an acre, with six bedrooms, six and a half bathrooms, three fireplaces, a two-story foyer, a library, a two-story family room, a billiards room, a recreation room with a projector, a gym, a playroom, a pool, and a three-car garage.

Washington, DC · 1d

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Data Group USA Hiring Multiple Customer Service Representatives in Alexandria, Virginia

Data Group USA is recruiting customer service representatives for multiple full-time and part-time positions in Alexandria, Virginia, with remote work options potentially available. The company is seeking candidates with strong communication and customer service skills to join its growing team. Applicants are expected to be honest, responsible, dedicated and professional.

Alexandria, VA · 1d

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Investor Group Moves to Buy Ireland’s Four P’s

A source close to the transaction confirmed to the Falls Church News-Press that former Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe is a lead investor in the group taking over the liquor license at Ireland’s Four Provinces in Falls Church. The source also indicated that longtime owner Colm Dillon will remain deeply...

Falls Church, VA · 1d

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PGC Weighs Microhousing As Affordability Salve

Efforts are underway in Prince George’s County to expand the menu of housing options available to developers, in hopes of providing more affordability for residents. County officials are in the early stages of exploring housing on smaller footprints, so-called tiny homes or micro-units, which are built to maximize space while minimizing costs.

Prince George'S County, MD · 1d

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Online magazine Salon, an early staple of internet discourse, announces it will shut down

WASHINGTON (AP) — Salon, one of the early internet's most influential websites that featured sharp voices and political and cultural journalism with a liberal sensibility, announced Thursday it would shut down after 31 years of publication. “It has been an extraordinary privilege,” the outlet said in a farewell note.

Washington, DC · 23h

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Fall Makers Market Bringing 35+ Local Vendors to Downtown Silver Spring

The annual Fall Makers Market will return to Downtown Silver Spring on Saturday, November 7, bringing more than 35 local artisans and makers to Ellsworth Drive. The outdoor market will run from 10am to 4pm along Ellsworth Drive between Fenton Street and Georgia Avenue. The event will take place rain or shine.

Silver Spring, MD · 2d

The Alexandria Brief

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From $186,000 to $1.9 million: Homes sold in Alexandria last week

Three homes sold above asking, a week after not one did. The exception to the pattern is a Cameron Knolls townhouse that spent half a year on the market and took five price cuts.

Alexandria, VA · 1d

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Berkadia arranges $114M financing for multifamily next to Falls Church Metro

Falls Church, VA — Berkadia arranged $114 million in debt and equity financing for developer Rushmark Properties to build a 305-unit class A multifamily community adjacent to the West Falls Church Metro Station in Falls Church. The $136 million project, set to open in 2028, is part of a...

Falls Church, VA · 1d

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D.C. region home values flat over past year, with declines possible over winter

Median sales prices of single-family homes across the Washington metropolitan area declined slightly year-over-year in new data, even as the national sales price rose. The region’s median sales price of $656,200 for the third quarter of 2026 was down 0.2% from a year before, according to preliminary figures reported by the National Association of Realtors (NAR).

Washington, DC · 1d