Dc news today

Here are some of the top DC news stories from today:

Local News

• A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for the Washington D.C. area, with heavy rain and strong winds expected to impact the region. (Source: WUSA9)
• The D.C. Council has approved a bill to increase the minimum wage for tipped workers in the city. (Source: WAMU)
• A new report from the D.C. Auditor's Office has found that the city's Department of General Services has failed to properly maintain many of its buildings, leading to safety concerns and costly repairs. (Source: DCist)

National News

• The House of Representatives has passed a bill to reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act, which provides funding and support for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. (Source: The Hill)
• The Trump administration has announced plans to withdraw from the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty, a Cold War-era agreement that banned the development and deployment of certain types of missiles. (Source: CNN)
• The Federal Reserve has cut interest rates for the third time this year, citing concerns about the global economy and trade tensions. (Source: The New York Times)

Sports

• The Washington Nationals have announced that they will be hosting the 2022 MLB All-Star Game at Nationals Park. (Source: MLB.com)
• The Washington Redskins have announced that they will be changing their name to the "Washington Commanders" in 2022. (Source: ESPN)
• The Georgetown Hoyas have hired a new head coach in men's basketball, Patrick Ewing, who is a former NBA player and coach. (Source: The Washington Post)

Other News

• A new study has found that the air quality in Washington D.C. is among the worst in the country, with high levels of pollution and particulate matter in the air. (Source: The Washington Post)
• The D.C. Department of Transportation has announced plans to implement a new bike-share system in the city, with stations located throughout the region. (Source: WTOP)
• A new report from the Urban Institute has found that the cost of living in Washington D.C. is among the highest in the country, with high prices for housing, food, and other necessities. (Source: The Urban Institute)