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Extreme Heat Alert Declared for July 15, through July 18, 2026

Extreme Heat Alert Declared for July 15, through July 18, 2026

Daily high temperatures could exceed 100 degrees at times!

ALERTThe Advoc8teJuly 15, 2026HEAT EMERGENCYComment

Here's What to Know About Mayor Bowser's New Housing Legislation

Here's What to Know About Mayor Bowser's New Housing Legislation

Includes new legislation to make squatting illegal.

ALERT, HOUSINGThe Advoc8teJuly 13, 2026HOUSINGComment

What the $4 Million Acima Settlement Means for DC Consumers

What the $4 Million Acima Settlement Means for DC Consumers

Restitution and Debt Relief to More than 10,000 DC Residents!

ALERTThe Advoc8teJuly 9, 2026DC OAGComment

☀️🐾 It's Too Hot for Pets to Be Outside

Animals can't speak for themselves—they rely on us to speak up for them!

ALERTThe Advoc8teJuly 5, 2026PETSComment

☀️🐾 It's Too Hot for Pets to Be Outside

Animals can't speak for themselves—they rely on us to speak up for them!

ALERTThe Advoc8teJuly 4, 2026PETSComment

Updated July 4 Flyover Schedule for Washington, DC

Updated July 4 Flyover Schedule for Washington, DC

I think the constant flyovers can be a bit much.

ALERTThe Advoc8teJuly 4, 20264TH OF JULYComment

Extreme Heat Alert Activated, Plan Ahead for Several Days of Dangerously Hot Temperatures

Extreme Heat Alert Activated, Plan Ahead for Several Days of Dangerously Hot Temperatures

Drink Water, Dress for the Heat, Stay Cool, and Look Out for Vulnerable Neighbors

ALERTThe Advoc8teJuly 4, 2026HEAT WAVEComment

Updated July 4 Flyover Schedule for Washington, DC

Updated July 4 Flyover Schedule for Washington, DC

I think the constant flyovers can be a bit much.

ALERTThe Advoc8teJuly 3, 20264TH OF JULY Comment

☀️🐾 It's Too Hot for Pets to Be Outside

Animals can't speak for themselves—they rely on us to speak up for them!

ALERTThe Advoc8teJuly 3, 2026PETSComment

Public Gates for A Capitol Fourth to Open Early Due to Extreme Heat

Officials are also urging everyone to bring an ample supply of water!

ALERTThe Advoc8teJuly 3, 20264TH OF JULYComment

DC Activates Extreme Heat Alert Ahead of Fourth of July Weekend

DC Activates Extreme Heat Alert Ahead of Fourth of July Weekend

Forecasting daily high temperatures that could exceed 100 degrees at times.

ALERTThe Advoc8teJuly 3, 20264TH OF JULYComment

Extreme Heat Alert Activated, Plan Ahead for Several Days of Dangerously Hot Temperatures

Extreme Heat Alert Activated, Plan Ahead for Several Days of Dangerously Hot Temperatures

Drink Water, Dress for the Heat, Stay Cool, and Look Out for Vulnerable Neighbors

ALERTThe Advoc8teJuly 2, 2026HEAT WAVEComment

DC Activates Extreme Heat Alert Ahead of Fourth of July Weekend

DC Activates Extreme Heat Alert Ahead of Fourth of July Weekend

Forecasting daily high temperatures that could exceed 100 degrees at times.

ALERTThe Advoc8teJuly 1, 20264TH OF JULYComment

A quick note from a friend of The Advoc8te

A quick note from a friend of The Advoc8te

Update on The Advoc8te & CHotR for the next few days.

ALERTThe Advoc8teJune 22, 2026UPDATE Comment

DC Activates Heat Alert and Expands Public Safety Measures

DC Activates Heat Alert and Expands Public Safety Measures

The National Weather Service is forecasting air temperatures over 95 degrees.

ALERTThe Advoc8teJune 12, 2026HEAT WAVEComment

Another Scorcher in DC: Temps Near 100°

DC is in for another extremely hot day, with temperatures expected to hit 97°.

ALERTThe Advoc8teMay 19, 2026HEAT WAVEComment

2026 Point-In-Time Results Provide Latest Snapshot of Homelessness in the District

2026 Point-In-Time Results Provide Latest Snapshot of Homelessness in the District

This year’s count showed an overall 4.4% increase from 2025.

ALERTThe Advoc8teMay 14, 2026homelessComment

Developer Will Pay $400,000 to Fix Unsafe Construction At Ward 4 Condo Building

Developer Will Pay $400,000 to Fix Unsafe Construction At Ward 4 Condo Building

Was improperly constructed and sways in the wind.

ALERTThe Advoc8teMay 11, 2026DC OAGComment

New DC Guidance Targets Utility Fees and Transparency in Rental Housing

New DC Guidance Targets Utility Fees and Transparency in Rental Housing

The alert also outlines expectations for DC property owners using RUBS.

ALERTThe Advoc8teApril 27, 2026OAGComment

Judge’s Decision Halts Removal of 15th Street Protected Bike Lane

Judge’s Decision Halts Removal of 15th Street Protected Bike Lane

The ruling followed the April 9 hearing in Washington Area Bicyclist Association, Inc. v. Burgum.

ALERTThe Advoc8teApril 22, 2026WABAComment