Tim Ebner

1 week ago | 51st.news | James Jarvis |Martin Austermuhle |Tim Ebner |Colleen Grablick |Chris Mills Rodrigo

As the old adage goes: April showers bring May flowers. The best way to think about this Washington Wizards season — which ended this week with a dismal 18 win and 64 loss record — is as an extended April. As I wrote last fall, the team finally set out a blueprint for competitive success this season after years stuck on the NBA’s treadmill of mediocrity.

1 week ago | 51st.news | Martin Austermuhle |Tim Ebner |Chris Mills Rodrigo |Colleen Grablick

Metro’s finances are once again on shaky ground as Congress stalls on legislation that could slash more than $1.1 billion from D.C.’s budget, including hundreds of millions the city set aside to keep the transit system running. Last month, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill requiring the District to revert to its Fiscal Year 2024 budget, which could impact spending already approved by city leaders, including $217 million in emergency Metro funding.

1 week ago | 51st.news | James Jarvis |Tim Ebner |Chris Mills Rodrigo |Colleen Grablick |Martin Austermuhle

Mayor Muriel Bowser has made no secret of wanting the Washington Commanders to return to D.C., and it looks like she’s one step closer to making that hope a reality. NBC4 reporter Mark Segraves broke the news Wednesday that Bowser and the Commanders are close to finalizing a $3 billion deal to build a new stadium for the team at the old RFK site.

1 week ago | 51st.news | James Jarvis |Martin Austermuhle |Tim Ebner |Chris Mills Rodrigo

Every Thursday, we list some ways to get engaged in the city โ€“ whether thatโ€™s protesting, organizing with your neighbors, or testifying before your councilmembers. For more ways to get connected, check out our resources roundup. Share your thoughts on Rock Creek and Potomac Parkway improvementsThe National Park Service is currently developing a safety improvement plan for Rock Creek and Potomac Parkway โ€” and they want your feedback.

4 weeks ago | blog.resy.com | Tim Ebner

Discover restaurants to love. The Hit List The Hit List For all your restaurant recommendation needs, look no further than the Resy Hit List, our monthly list of 10 spots that should be on your radar right now.