D.C. Public Safety Scandals, Plus Some Local Fall Adventure
In today’s news roundup, we’re joined by DCist’s Jenny Gathright to discuss the history of the D.C. Jail uprising and the jail’s current conditions, Michael Fanone’s new book, and where you can scratch that itch for fall activities around the area.
As always, our Friday episode is fueled by some great local journalism:
- Jenny Gathright’s piece about the D.C. Jail uprising and current conditions
- Michael’s interview with Michael Fanone
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