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You may have seen the news that DC-based tech start-up Fiscal Note is poised to acquire CQ Roll Call, one of DC’s most recognized outlets for in-depth coverage of high profile congressional happenings, and even the fun stuff you don’t get the chance to see in the saturation of divisive …

Everyone’s been all about DC these last several weeks thanks to our Washington Capitals, but there are a few reporters who  have been all about the nation’s capital since their good ol’ undergrad and post-undergrad years. We present 11 journalists who claim George Washington University as their old stomping grounds. …

You have your die hard fans and you have your bandwagon fans, but when the Washington Capitals are in the Stanley Cup Finals (read: LEADING), it doesn’t matter what stage in life you decided to jump on the pucking train, all that matters is that you get on board. DC …

2003 Northwestern graduate Meghan Markle has been making news on her recent marriage to a certain Prince (who, we guess, you can call a political figure of sorts) — which made us think about the several alumni from Northwestern (undergraduate and post-graduate) covering various political figures in DC on a daily basis. Here …

It’s Monday which means it’s a new week which means we’ve said goodbye to last week which includes everything that happened before – and over – the weekend, right?! Luckily we have the world wide web to remind us that’s not necessarily the case. Just when you thought White House Correspondents’ …

Meet Alisha Ramos – the young entrepreneur taking your mind off of life’s stresses and re-focusing it on everything but. The founder of the Girls’ Night In newsletter, which launched nearly a year ago in January and appears in your inbox every Friday morning, prefers the simpler things and wants …

No offense to Charlie Brown, but we saw some pretty great pumpkins last night and they weren’t cartoons. The 3rd annual Monster Mash Pumpkin Bash at Eastern Market was another smashing success. The annual fundraiser for the Imagine An Answer to Kids’ Brain Cancer foundation features pumpkins creatively carved by several Members …

FamousDC Welcomes New Head Of Partnerships, Hillary Alvaré Alvaré Joins From Politico Live Washington, DC – FamousDC today announced the addition of Hillary Alvaré as Director of Partnerships. In this new role, Hillary will lead partnership efforts for the media company. “Hillary brings a unique perspective on the current D.C. media …

UPDATE: We added an 11th! Popular opinion shows that girls run the world – popular opinions being Beyonce and every female ever. Ask anyone and whoever disagrees just didn’t hear the question. Since social media is real life, we can only assume this also applies to Twitter, a place where women can freely …

For the second consecutive year, FamousDC and the National Confectioners Association brought together the biggest names in politics, media and influence — from Capitol Hill to K Street — for an evening celebrating #NationalCandyMonth. Guests gathered at Sonoma Restaurant and Wine Bar just steps from the Capitol dome to enjoy …

FamousDC’s Famous Five With Bret Baier Managing Editor interviews veteran news anchor in latest season of House of Cards Washington, DC – FamousDC recently turned the table and interviewed Fox News anchor Bret Baier discussing, amongst many topics, his popular weeknight news show Special Report with Bret Baier, his bestselling book Special Heart: A Journey of …

FamousDC’s Famous Five with Bret Baier Bret Baier isn’t just a news anchor in real life, he’s also a news anchor in the latest season of House of Cards – which is pretty much real life. We sat down with Bret and discussed his golf game, the best mean tweet …

FamousDC’s Kathryn Lyons teams up with #SECShorts star Southern internet sensation embarks on DC internship journey FamousDC today announced a multi-part video series collaboration featuring FamousDC Managing Editor Kathryn Lyons and SEC Shorts star, Josh Snead. The video series, which will continue through the month June, marks the start of Summer …

If you appreciate a good lunch and you don’t mind learning while you lunch – especially when that lunch is Chick-fil-A (no brainer) – then FamousDC’s new luncheon series is the perfect way to spend your favorite time of day (after nap time, of course). Last week, FamousDC successfully hosted …

The Capitol Visitor Center was abuzz last Thursday evening for AdvaMed’s MedTech Showcase. The best and brightest from the House and Senate, medtech industry, media and more convened to showcase and honor the latest and greatest innovations in medical technology, the amazing minds who’ve brought them from the pages of science fiction …