Mayor Muriel Bowser

Official account of the Mayor of Washington, DC.
Together, let's work to give every Washingtonian a fair shot.

[Mayor Muriel Bowser @MayorBowser]

Here's what you need to know about DC.

[DC Homeland Security & Emergency Management @DC_HSEMA]

The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Warning for the District of Columbia until 9:30 PM tonight, July 28.

Heavy rain may produce flash flooding.

NEVER travel through flooded roads or trails.

[DC Homeland Security & Emergency Management @DC_HSEMA]

The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch for the District of Columbia until 10:00 PM tonight (July 28).

A Tornado Watch means that tornadoes are possible in the area.

Strong winds may cause downed trees or branches, localized power outages, and damage to homes and buildings.

BEFORE A TORNADO:
- Secure loose outdoor objects like trash cans, outdoor furniture, and other items that could become dangerous flying debris during a tornado.
- Charge your phone and other communication, medical, or assistive devices in case of a power outage.
- Identify a safe space to shelter if a Tornado Warning is issued.

DURING A TORNADO:
- Go to the nearest sturdy building. If you're not near a building, enter the nearest Metro station.
- Move to an interior room on the lowest floor if possible. STAY AWAY from windows.

Visit https://t.co/Si13xWFDI4 for tornado safety tips.

#dcwx

[Mayor Muriel Bowser @MayorBowser]

The new archives photo drop reminds us that the Scouts have been visiting the John A. Wilson Building for a long time.

First photo: Boy Scouts pictured with the pre-Home Rule Board of Commissioners in 1959.

Second photo: Girls Scouts pictured in the same room just last month!

[Mayor Muriel Bowser @MayorBowser]

8 years ago today, we broke ground on the section of the Metropolitan Branch Trail that now connects Brookland to Fort Totten.

Over the past decade, we've expanded the MBT mile by mile—making it one of DC's most beloved trails and a vital connection among our neighborhoods.

[Mayor Muriel Bowser @MayorBowser]

Met Branch Trail! 🎉

Thank you @DDOTDC, @wmata, @NatlParkService, and @CSX for making this groundbreaking possible. I look forward to returning soon to cut the ribbon! ✂️

[DC Police Traffic @DCPoliceTraffic]

FYI: Tuesday, July 28, 2026, United States Senator Lindsey Graham’s funeral service will take place in the District of Columbia. View the link for details, parking restrictions and traffic closures motorists should take into consideration:
https://t.co/UXaDoSwxXB

[Mayor Muriel Bowser @MayorBowser]

When someone asks you what kids are doing in Washington, DC, here's what you can say:

• 8,000+ in summer camp
• 15,000+ in MBSYEP
• 10,000+ at Late Night Hype

Let's hear it for the kids who are doing the right thing every single day. 👏🏾

[Mayor Muriel Bowser @MayorBowser]

We love DC artists and we love DC restaurants—and during Dine All Night, they come together.

DC restaurants: registration is now open!

From September 10–13, showcase your dishes, special menus, happy hour deals, and more during one of our favorite annual celebrations.

[Mayor Muriel Bowser @MayorBowser]

Has your teenager RSVP'd for this week's Late Night Hype yet?

A fun, high-energy space specifically for teens—this week's theme is "Color Blast Carnival."

RSVP: https://t.co/zg8AXpJZXR

[Mayor Muriel Bowser @MayorBowser]

Big wins for our hometown teams all in one weekend:

🏆 @Nationals
🏆 @WashSpirit
🏆 @dcunited

Proving why DC is the District of Champions.

[Mayor Muriel Bowser @MayorBowser]

It’s another beautiful day in DC.
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Swipe to fill the new Rosedale Rec Pool in Ward 7!

[Mayor Muriel Bowser @MayorBowser]

It's the perfect day to enjoy one of the many amenities that make DC the envy of big cities across the nation, like our free outdoor pools.

[Mayor Muriel Bowser @MayorBowser]

Since 2015, we've:
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•Repaved 850+ miles of roads
•Rebuilt nearly 400 miles of sidewalks
•Renovated, modernized, or upgraded 120 schools, 34 fire stations, and all 26 DC Public Library locations
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Thank you to DC Gov teams making sure DC stays the best city in the world!

[Mayor Muriel Bowser @MayorBowser]

Happy 2nd birthday to the Douglas Street Pedestrian Bridge in Ward 7!

A beautiful, safe, and accessible bridge that has already served thousands of residents.

[Mayor Muriel Bowser @MayorBowser]

It’s day one of the Mubadala DC Open. The highlights:

- Venus Williams is coming back this year!
- Longest-running pro tennis event to be held in an equal-access public park
- One of the oldest and most prestigious tournaments in tennis

Great time to be in the Sports Capital.

[Mayor Muriel Bowser @MayorBowser]

Enjoy the weekend, DC, and thank you DPR and all the agencies and teams that are working hard to keep our kids safe and happy.

My full newsletter: https://t.co/FlXeED3XEh

[Mayor Muriel Bowser @MayorBowser]

Ward by Ward, we've poured into our schools, our educators, and our students.

Episode 6: Ward 3
Principal McCray's Story

[Mayor Muriel Bowser @MayorBowser]

ICYMI: There are four DCPS pools open this summer for DC residents to use for free.

A great way to stay active, gather with community, and cool off:

• Ballou
• Roosevelt
• Dunbar
• Marie Reed

Plus, we just opened the renovated outdoor pool at Rosedale Rec!

[Mayor Muriel Bowser @MayorBowser]

Today marks one month until the first day of school in Washington, DC!
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Parents, make sure your children are caught up on reading and summer bridge activities—because we know the summer slide is a real thing.
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Let's get ready for another great school year!

[Mayor Muriel Bowser @MayorBowser]

It's a beautiful day in Washington, DC!

Let's take a moment to acknowledge our amazing, free outdoor pools that are available to DC residents.

And we just opened another—the renovated Rosedale Rec outdoor pool.

[Mayor Muriel Bowser @MayorBowser]

Since April, more than 10,000 teens have participated in Late Night Hype—safe, high-energy spaces for our young people on Friday nights in Washington, DC.