Kayla Hewitt

Washington, D.C., United States

Producer and Editor at All Things Considered

Producer and Editor at WAMU-FM (Washington, D.C.)

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Get Out There: Prepping for Pride month in D.C.

1 week ago | wamu.org | Kayla Hewitt |Tamika Smith

June is upon us, which means the start of a Pride month unlike D.C. has ever seen is just around the corner!This year, the District is home to World Pride. Millions of visitors are expected to travel to the nation’s capital for a variety of major LGBTQ events (including concerts featuring artists like Jennifer Lopez, Troye Sivan, Cynthia Erivo, and Doechii).
Get Out There: Outdoor movies

3 weeks ago | wamu.org | Kayla Hewitt

There’s nothing quite like sitting outside on a warm summer night. Grab a picnic blanket and some popcorn! This week on Get Out There, we’re talking about where to go to catch outdoor movies. While they’re a lot harder to come by, drive-ins are arguably the most iconic outdoor movie experience. If you’ve got the wheels, there are a few options for those seeking out a drive-in theater. The Family Drive-in in Stephens City, Virginia is one of the last of its kind in the commonwealth.
The Washington Mystics are getting back on the court. Here's what to expect

3 weeks ago | wamu.org | Kayla Hewitt

The Washington Mystics will play their first game of the season at the newly-dubbed CareFirst Arena on Friday at 7:30 PM. The Mystics’ offseason was full of shake-ups, and there will be a lot of new faces at the home opener, on and off the court. WAMU Morning Edition host Esther Ciammachilli spoke with Jenn Hatfield, managing editor of “The Next” and a Washington Mystics beat reporter, to get a preview of what’s to come. The interview has been edited for length and clarity.
A new investigation details the moments before a mid-air collision near Reagan National Airport

1 month ago | wamu.org | Kayla Hewitt |Natalie Yuravlivker

On the evening of January 29, an American Airlines passenger jet and a Black Hawk military helicopter collided over the Potomac River. 67 people were killed. The National Transportation Safety Board is expected to release its final report on what led to the crash early next year. But this week, the New York Times published a story detailing the moments leading up to the collision. Mark Walker is an investigative reporter focused on transportation at the Times.
Get Out There: New restaurants opening in the D.C. region

1 month ago | wamu.org | Kayla Hewitt

Now that spring is here and the weather has warmed up, it’s the perfect time to go out and try some new restaurants. This week for Get Out There, our weekly conversation about ways to explore the Washington region, WAMU’s Chris Remington sat down with Washingtonian writer Ike Allen to find out what new and upcoming eateries are on his radar. Here are some of his recommendations:Folks in Hyattsville, Maryland will soon be able to indulge in a gourmet sweet treat.
The pros and cons of dying your hair blue

1 month ago | georgetownvoice.com | Connor Martin |Katherine Wilkison |Katya Schwenk |Kayla Hewitt

When I walked into my thesis advisor’s office with nothing new to show him but my blue hair, I took a moment to reflect. Was I contemplating fulfilling the minimum requirements to graduate with an American Studies degree? No.Responsibly, I reflected on the role of dyed hair at Georgetown. I’ve never cared much about fashion. Of course, I want to look good (and do, most days, in my rough-around-the-edges, 10 minutes late to class with a giant iced coffee sort of way).
Local public policy expert on how tariffs will impact the D.C. region

1 month ago | wamu.org | Kayla Hewitt

Sweeping tariffs implemented by the Trump administration continue to breed uncertainty about the future of the global economy. The tariffs come at a particularly delicate moment for the D.C. region, as local lawmakers continue to reckon with the impacts of ongoing sweeping federal cuts. Terry Clower is a professor of public policy in the Schar School of Policy and Government at George Mason University. He is also director of Mason’s Center for Regional Analysis.
Get Out There: D.C.'s Cherry Blossoms reach peak bloom!

2 months ago | wamu.org | Kayla Hewitt |Tamika Smith

The moment of peak bloom has arrived. It’s officially the most beautiful time of year here in the District!Peak Bloom is when at least 70% of the cherry trees around the Tidal Basin are in bloom. The spectacle usually lasts a few days, depending on weather conditions. This week for Get Out There, our weekly conversation about ways to explore the Washington region, we’re breaking down peak bloom weekend, and all the fanfare that goes along with it.
D.C. attorney says legal recourse 'takes time' following detentions over campus protests

2 months ago | wamu.org | Kayla Hewitt

A Georgetown University scholar remains in an Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility in Louisiana more than a week after he was detained by the Department of Homeland Security in Rosslyn. Badar Khan Suri is an Indian national in the U.S. on a J-1 visa. He’s accused by DHS of spreading pro-Hamas propaganda. This DHS action has frightened many international students in our region and across the country.
Get Out There: Getting ready for spring sports in D.C.

2 months ago | wamu.org | Kayla Hewitt |Tamika Smith

It’s finally spring here in the D.C. region. The cherry blossoms are blooming, temperatures are rising, and the Washington Nationals are preparing to take the field at Nats Park. The Nats will play their home opener against the Philadelphia Phillies at 4 PM on Thursday, March 27. The first 20,000 fans that make it to the game will be rewarded with a free t-shirt. Folks going to a baseball game this year will see more than just the game.