District Wire News 10.12.09

A new study finds a link between obesity and cancer, and Obama’s approval ratings have changed a lot over the last ten months; and what DC competition brings students from around the world to the National mall.

District Wire News 10.12.09

District Wire News takes a closer look at how DC residents are reacting to poor Metro service. Charly Arnolt reports on the H1N1 vaccine at American University, and Mac Kolling looks at how homelessness will be effected by city budget cuts.

district wire news 10.5.09

Lawmakers push for a federal no texting and driving ban; D.C. cab drivers boycotting late-night rides in Adam’s Morgan; and AU fights to keep cigarettes off campus.

District Wire News 10.5.09

American University considers banning smoking; the Metro gets a little bit safer with the addition of cameras; the university prepares for the visit of the Dalai Lama; and Harry Potter’s favorite wizard game comes to campus!

district wire news 9.28.09

American University prepares for a possible swine flu pandemic , students raise money for the Pulsera project by selling hand made bracelets  and AU focuses on eating local produce in support of the area’s local famers.

District Wire News 9.28.09

Obama’s plan for health care reform calls for more primary care physicians to enter the medical field; driving and texting is now illegal in eighteen states; and Michael Jackson continues to thrill us from the grave.

district wire news 4.7.09

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The screening of a controversial film at the University of Maryland sparks First Amendment debates; the U.S. could expect to lose half of its teacher workforce from retirement; D.C residents are in for a smelly surprise when they turn on the faucet; and an American classic is making a comeback.

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las noticias del distrito 4.6.09 – district wire news spanish edition

North Korea’s launches rocket despite international criticism; cigarette prices are on the rise; and South American teams compete for a spot in the 2010 World Cup.

district wire news 4.6.09

Part 1

A record-high tax hike on cigarettes is driving people to quit; housing prices continue to fall in the District; and the cherry blossoms are not only bringing a touch of spring to the city but it’s also boosting D.C.’s tourism industry.

Part 2

The University of the District of Columbia is cutting its bachelor’s degree of education; American University students raise awareness on violence against women; and a new study reveals that women’s shopping habits may be linked to hormones.

Part 3

district wire news 3.31.09

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