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Meet the “Swiss Army knife of trail maintenance crews.” 

City-run parks can’t replace the history and culture of spaces like Freedom Plaza, people who grew up in the local skate scene say.

From nature and music to Pride events, and a whole lot in between, kick off the summer in community at one of these fun local gatherings.

The neo-fascist Proud Boys organization shattered under pressure following January 6, 2021. After Delaney Hall, they portray a group beyond the control of its leader.

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And other ways to get involved — like shaping the future of a new trail, learning about the history of Pride, and voting in the primary election!

A uranium mining permit hearing near a sacred site in the Black Hills of South Dakota was abruptly halted after opponents filed a federal lawsuit alleging that the state violated their due process.

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Philly activists engage in hunger strike under the banner of Make Philly Affordable, demanding the Philadelphia mayor use a record budget surplus to fund food access, affordable housing, education, recreation centers, libraries, public transportation, and renewable energy. 

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Israel's Knesset passed a discriminatory law that mandates Palestinians convicted of lethal attacks be killed by hanging. The bill is expected to be struck down by Israel's Supreme Court.

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It’s been more difficult than usual for many users to request and receive city services.

Welcome the summer with a family Pride festival, an outdoor Hamilton sing-along, and even a baby rave.

The mayor proposed eliminating an office that has helped low-income students access food over the summer and made it easier to start farmers markets.

Sam joined The 51st as a full-time reporter in May.

If you do, expect equal parts fascination and inconvenience. 

Maryland has already enacted similar legislation. Now it's D.C.'s turn.

Hundreds of demonstrators rallied in opposition to the redevelopment initiatives of the touristification, gentrification, and the construction of a metro station in Exarcheia Square. 

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Learn how to help voters on Election Day, build out local Black history archives, and other fun ways to get involved in the community.

Law enforcement officers in Minnesota have shot at least 14 people across the state in the past six months, killing 9 of them. Three shootings were by federal officers, and the other 11 shootings were conducted by police, sheriffs, and deputies.

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The program is subsidizing D.C.’s richest and failing to diversify candidate pools. Our city can take inspiration from Seattle's democracy vouchers.

Alexander Esquivel spent two months in immigration detention. His family is still living with the consequences.

With more than a quarter of judicial seats open, the court system is being stretched to its limits.