“Whoops” – FDA [smallpox vials found] We got rainbows yesterday, two rainbows [count em] “It’s a $500 fine for a motorist to hit a bicyclist in the District, but some behaviors are so egregious [that some drivers might think it’s worth paying the fine.”] DuPont Circle mansion cut up for …

#AMERICA Happy Independence Day; here’s 7,000 fireworks exploding at once; Are you doing anything to celebrate America? If not, please choose an activity or read the Declaration of Independence you communist; We’re now at our furthest distance from the sun today; Your fireworks brought to you courtesy of China; We …

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While you’re rightfully celebrating America remembering the Declaration of Independence, George Washington, and other American classics, perhaps you’ve forgotten another Independence Day. A fictional Independence Day. One from 1996. Never forget folks. Especially if we’re being invaded. “We will not go quietly into the night … Today we celebrate our …

Do you have iced tea bags 5 tablespoons St-Germain (elderflower liqueur) 1 1/2 cups white rum 3/4 cup dry vermouth 1 teaspoon Boston Bittahs 3/4 cup water lemons on hand? Then you have yourself a Boston Tea Party. Drink up, friends. Drink up for America. And freedom. And bald eagles. …

Real American hero Matt Cohen (DCist) made a sweet American playlist. Listen and salute. via

Fort Reno’s new schedule [looks as sweet as ever] We’re so glad DC Lady Arm Wrestlers [is a thing] Is there crack in White House made pies? [there’s not] D.C. loves America [we buy a LOT of flags] Photo by Kevin Wolf

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I love fashion and my momma always said to shop for a bargain. But where do you find affordable fashion in this town that doesn’t scoff at D.C.s all-important vibe of professionalism? When I’m on a budget, or just bored and looking for something unique, I shop consignment. So I set out on a treasure hunt to find the best D.C. thrift store finds for the working girl.

NPR Music picked out their favorite tracks of 2014 so far, and we made them into a playlist for you. Aren’t we thoughtful? Well, most of them are here anyway – the 42 that were on YouTube. Sit back and cruise through your afternoon with these mostly chill, hipstery tracks.

You need a good weekend break after all your exhaustive World Cup watching yesterday. Did you say you weren’t watching the World Cup? Is your boss listening in on our conversation? Come on. Here’s what’s in store for you this Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Get out there.

Is your office gathering together to watch the US World Cup match today? Any special plans? Email us pictures and we’ll post them to FamousDC.com. Best picture wins a FamousDC prize pack. Here’s how DC is watching the game so far… President Obama Wendell White, FamousDC Contributor Senator Chris Murphy …