City Cast DC with Michael Schaffer
👮 Weeding out MPD white supremacists
October 10, 2024 · 💌 Kaela
Hey, D.C. The Washington Post released its list of “The 40 Best Restaurants In and Around DC” curated by renowned food critic Tom Sietsema. Chicatana, Albi, and Centrolina took the top three spots. Sietsema’s been critiquing D.C. food for 25 years and told us his secrets for what really goes into writing these reviews.
What's CITY Talking About?
DC Council Wants Oversight for Violence Intervention Programs
Tony Lewis Jr., a prison rights activist, testified Monday in a DC Council hearing regarding D.C.’s violence intervention programs. On the City Cast DC podcast, Lewis Jr. said he was upset by the recent push to shut down such programs after the Trayon White bribery arrest. DC Council made no move to eliminate the programs but agreed that they need more oversight. [City Cast DC 🎧, Washington Post 🔒]
Kalorama Residents Fed Up With Protest Noise
Loud protests outside the Chinese ambassador's residence in Kalorama are upsetting residents, and they’re taking matters into their own hands. The noise levels reach 104 decibels, the equivalent of a freight train. Unfortunately for the residents, D.C.’s Noise Control Act does not apply to First Amendment demonstrations. [WUSA9]
- Related: DC Council is considering legislation that would require that developers noise-proof new buildings. [City Cast DC 🎧]
MPD Investigates White Supremacy Ties on the Force
A D.C. auditor is investigating if any current MPD officers are white supremacists. Officers have been asked to identify colleagues who are affiliated with hate groups. Former D.C. police intelligence officer Shane Lamond was charged last year with aiding the Proud Boys. [NBC4]
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Mount Pleasant Main Street announces Cocktail Week!
Mount Pleasant Cocktail Week 2024 is the inaugural 5 day event taking place October 23 -27, where enthusiasts and bartenders can come together to celebrate and explore the world of craft cocktail and bartending along Mt. Pleasant Street that features an eclectic mix of restaurants and bars reflecting the neighborhood’s diverse and vibrant character.
What To Do
Thursday, Oct. 10
- 🇺🇦 Evening with the Embassy of Ukraine | 7 p.m. | $79 | Kalorama
- 👑 Tunes: Empress Of | 8 p.m. | $25 | The Wharf
- 🍸 Harlem Renaissance Speakeasy | 7 p.m. | Free | NMAAHC
- ⛸️ Disney On Ice (Begins) | 7 p.m. | $20+ | Fairfax
- 📚 Folger Book Club: “Edith Holler” | 6:30 p.m. | Free | Virtual
Friday, Oct. 11
- 🍷 French Embassy Wine Soirée | 6 p.m. | $110+ | Georgetown
- ⛴️ Sunset History Cruise on the Anacostia | 5:30 p.m. | $35 | Navy Yard
- 🧀 Cheeses of the UK Tasting | 6 p.m. | $75 | Mt. Pleasant
- 🫖 Herbal Infusions Workshop | 5 p.m. | Free | LeDroit Park
- 🚇 Meet and Greet with WMATA's Randy Clarke | 5 p.m. | Free | Edgewood
- 🎻 Dupont Underground Modern Bach Concert | 6:30 p.m. | $25 | Dupont
Thank you to everyone who attended our live taping at Black Cat yesterday. What a crowd! Keep an ear out for your hoots and hollers when we drop the episode tomorrow.
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