District of Columbia Press Releases

Published on April 23, 2026 - 15:40 GMT

Mayor Bowser Encourages Residents to Participate in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day at Drop-Off Sites Across the District

(Washington, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser, the DC Department of Behavioral Health (DBH), and the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) are encouraging residents to participate in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day this Saturday, April 25 from 10 …

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Published on April 23, 2026 - 12:20 GMT

District of Columbia Unemployment Rate at 6.5 Percent in February

Washington, DC – The District of Columbia’s Department of Employment Services reported today that the seasonally adjusted preliminary unemployment rate was 6.5 percent in February 2026, a decrease of 0.2 percentage points from the revised January 2026 rate …

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Published on April 22, 2026 - 23:58 GMT

New Biometric Data Standards Released

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Effective March 25th, 2026, the ANSI/NIST-ITL 1-2025 Revision has been accepted by ANSI as an American National Standard (ANS). ANSI/NIST-ITL 1-2025 Data Format for the Interchange of …

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Published on April 22, 2026 - 23:10 GMT

Protego Systems Launches 500 Series TAA-Compliant USB Desk Phone - a Secure, Headset-Free Alternative for Softphone Use

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Protego Systems today announced the release of the Protego Systems 500 TAA-Compliant USB Desk Phone with Optional Push-to-Talk Handset, a purpose-built communication device designed to …

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Published on April 22, 2026 - 22:02 GMT

SDOs, Experts Agree: Pro Codes Act Must Be Stopped

Leaders from ASME, AWS, and others warn the Pro Codes Act could weaken safety standards and threaten U.S. industrial reliability. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Following the House Judiciary Committee’s Subcommittee …

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Published on April 23, 2026 - 09:36 GMT

Moody's Removes Negative Outlook on District's Debt Rating, Citing Strong Fiscal Governance and Reserves

This week Moody’s Ratings announced a revision in its outlook for the District of Columbia from negative to stable, while reaffirming its Aa1 rating on the District’s general obligation debt. Moody’s justified its change, as noted in their April 20 press …

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Published on April 22, 2026 - 21:13 GMT

Join the Leading Gathering for Cytometry Advancements: CYTO 2026 Convenes in West Palm Beach

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Society for the Advancement of Cytometry (ISAC) proudly announces CYTO 2026, the 39th annual Congress, taking place June 6–10, 2026, at the Palm Beach County Convention …

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Published on April 23, 2026 - 07:59 GMT

Mayor Bowser Invites Residents to Join 21st Annual Emancipation Day Celebration, Announces New Location

(Washington, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser is inviting residents of all ages to take part in the District’s 21st annual DC Emancipation Day festivities on Sunday, April 19—a free, day-long celebration that includes a festival and parade, as well as a …

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Published on April 22, 2026 - 18:47 GMT

Vijay Vijayasankar Explains The Rise of Agentic AI in the CAIO Connect Podcast with Sanjay Puri

Sanjay Puri & Genpact’s Vijay Vijayasankar discuss the shift from AI as an advisor to a "doer," using process intelligence to drive guaranteed business outcomes WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In …

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Published on April 22, 2026 - 18:29 GMT

Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig Partner Alex Butterman to Moderate Key Session at the 2026 INTA Annual Meeting in London

Butterman will lead a discussion on coexistence and consent agreements in trademark law. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig is pleased to announce that Partner Alex Butterman will serve as a …

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Published on April 22, 2026 - 17:54 GMT

AAFA Celebrates 50 Years of the American Image Awards With Eyes on What’s Next

AAFA’s American Image Awards marks 50 years, honoring industry leaders while spotlighting innovation, sustainability, and the future of fashion and footwear. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Apparel & …

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Published on April 22, 2026 - 17:25 GMT

aiComply Launches NavigateCyber Financial Services to Support Banks Transitioning from FFIEC CAT to NIST CSF 2.0

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- aiComply, a Chitra company led by Founder and CEO Vibhaa Vermani and focused on compliance automation for highly regulated environments, today announced the launch of NavigateCyber …

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Published on April 22, 2026 - 17:01 GMT

PolicyOra Data Reveals Rising Compliance Pressure on Enterprise Legal Teams as AI Governance Gaps Widen

PolicyOra.ai warns enterprises face rising AI compliance risks as regulation grows & governance gaps persist, exposing legal teams to financial losses worldwide WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PolicyOra.ai, …

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Published on April 23, 2026 - 04:21 GMT

District of Columbia Unemployment Rate at 6.5 Percent in February

Washington, DC – The District of Columbia’s Department of Employment Services reported today that the seasonally adjusted preliminary unemployment rate was 6.5 percent in February 2026, a decrease of 0.2 percentage points from the revised January 2026 rate …

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Published on April 23, 2026 - 04:19 GMT

Public Meeting Notice: FY26 – FY29 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) Public Forum

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contacts Public Meeting Notice: FY26 – FY29 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) Public Forum (Washington, DC) — The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) will host two public forums for DC residents to …

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Published on April 23, 2026 - 03:01 GMT

MPD Seeking Suspects in Congress Heights Burglary

The Metropolitan Police Department is seeking the community’s assistance in identifying the suspects in a burglary that occurred in Southeast. On Saturday, April 18, 2026, at approximately 6:00 a.m., the suspects forcibly entered a business in the 3200 …

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Published on April 23, 2026 - 03:01 GMT

International Car Theft Ring Busted

*The following was released by the United States Attorney for the District of Columbia's Office* A 15-count indictment was unsealed today in U.S. District Court in the District of Columbia and charges six individuals in connection with their roles in …

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Published on April 23, 2026 - 03:00 GMT

Amber Alert Canceled, Suspect Arrested in Kenyon Street Homicide

The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) has canceled the AMBER alert issued this morning and made an arrest in the related fatal shooting. On Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at approximately 10:52 p.m., Fourth District officers responded to the 600 block of …

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Published on April 23, 2026 - 02:21 GMT

DC Courts Welcome and Host Judicial Delegation from Kenya

On April 15, 2026, the Center for Education and Training, in collaboration with the National Center for State Courts, had the honor of hosting a distinguished judicial delegation from Kenya. The visit began at the Superior Court with a live demonstration …

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Published on April 22, 2026 - 14:17 GMT

Homesage.ai Launches Rental Market Intelligence for Airbnb Investors

 New analytics tools provide data-driven insights to support Airbnb investment decisions and income forecasting. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Homesage.ai today announced the release of its short-term …

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