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Mayor Bowser’s FY26 #GrowDC budget delivers both stability and progress for the DC Department of Corrections—investing in high quality health services, continuing support for our Lead Up! Lead Out! reentry program, and funding critical recruitment and retention efforts.

With profound sadness, we announce the line of duty death of Officer Terry Bennett. Officer Bennett, an 8-year veteran of the department, was struck by a vehicle while assisting a motorist on I-695 on December 23, 2025.

When every second counts, excellence matters. From national accreditations to top-tier ratings, our public safety agencies are setting the standard across every aspect of public safety—making our city safer every day.

Thank you to @DCCorrections, @WashWizards, @WashMystics, @Wizardsdancers, @WizardsGWiz for helping to make the Holiday Gift Giveaway such a joyful night! 🎅🏼❤️

DC Public Library locations serve as cooling centers. If you need to escape the heat, come inside, cool off, and stay safe. Find a cooling center near you at: heat.dc.gov

Know the signs! 🚨 Heat exhaustion includes heavy sweating and weakness, while heat stroke is marked by no sweating, confusion, and high body temperature. Recognize symptoms and act fast!

Remember: Stay hydrated, limit sun exposure, and check on seniors, neighbors, and pets. Visit heat.dc.gov for more tips!

Our neighbors experiencing homelessness are particularly vulnerable to extreme heat.☀️We can all play a role in keeping them safe. 🚐If you see someone in need of transportation to a shelter or day center: 202-399-7093 or 311 🚨In an emergency: 911 🔗heat.dc.gov

@MayorBowser’s FY26 #GrowDC budget delivers both stability and progress for the DC Department of Corrections—investing in health services, continuing support for our Lead Up! Lead Out! reentry program, and funding critical recruitment and retention efforts.

Celebrate spring with @dcpl's Spring Festival tomorrow! 🪻 From carnival games to a Mother's Day gift-making station, there's something for residents of all ages to enjoy: 🗓️Sat, May 10 ⌚️1PM 📍Francis A. Gregory Library

During National Correctional Officers Week, we recognize the vital role correctional officers play in maintaining safety and supporting rehabilitation. We thank them for their dedication and service. #NationalCorrectionalOfficersWeek

It's a big day in DC: Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center GW Health is officially open. 406,000 sq ft, $434.4M public-private partnership, 136 beds, hundreds of jobs for DC residents. This hospital will save lives, welcome babies, and will transform health care in our city.

Wishing DC’s Muslim community a joyful, peaceful, and blessed Eid. 🌙 Eid Mubarak, DC!

LIVE: Mayor Bowser Hosts Situational Update and Tele-Town Hall on Job Losses Across the North Capital Region twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1…

The MBSYEP deadline is Thursday! 🚨 Young people in our city: Don't miss out on your chance get valuable work experience, build new connections, and make money this summer. Apply to the Marion Barry Summer Youth Employment Program before Thursday➡️summerjobs.dc.gov

Tomorrow, 10:30AM Performance Oversight Hearing - Corrections Information Council @dc_cic_info - Department of Corrections @DCCorrections - Criminal Justice Coordinating Council @DC_CJCC - Mayor’s Office of Women’s Policy and Initiatives @DCMOWPI dccouncil.gov/event/performa…

We want to make sure families know about all the fantastic opportunities for students to stay engaged all year long—and @dcpublicschools Summer Learning is one of them! Register your student to learn new skills, earn school credit, and get a head start 🔗dcpsstrong.com/summer

Today, I joined @MayorBowser to announce a new partnership between @dcfireems and @udc_edu, creating a direct path for DC residents into paramedicine. This initiative tackles the paramedic shortage while expanding access to quality healthcare training.

🚨NOTICE🚨 Feb 18, 2025: the District’s Hypothermia Alert will be ACTIVATED at 11AM. Check on unsheltered neighbors, seniors, and other vulnerable individuals. If you see someone in need of shelter, call: 📞202-399-7093 or 311 📞911 if there’s an immediate safety risk

Outreach teams are conducting wellness checks, distributing warming items & bringing unhoused residents to shelter. Extremely cold temperatures are expected tonight. 📞 If you see someone in need, call the Shelter Hotline: (202) 399-7093 or 311. 🚨 In an emergency, dial 911.