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Police log: September 9
The following incidents were reported by the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department’s Gay & Lesbian Liaison Unit
The following incidents were reported by the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department’s Gay & Lesbian Liaison Unit:
On Sept. 5, while in the 1900 block of Minnesota Avenue, S.E., a man reported that he was approached by two black males who began to call him homophobic epithets. Complainant then advised that he ignored the suspects who were on bikes, at some point Suspect-1 got off his bike and punched Complainant in the face, suspect two approached from behind and punched complainant as well. Suspect one took complainant’s property. Both suspects fled on bikes.
On Sept. 5, at 3:30 a.m. in the 2200 block of Chaplain Street, N.W., a man reported that he and a suspect had a verbal dispute over their relationship. Complainant reports that the suspect then became upset and struck him in the face with a closed fist.
On Sept. 5, at approximately 4:20 p.m. in the 5000 block of B Street, S.E., a woman reported that she and her girlfriend were involved in a verbal argument that escalated into a physical assault. The suspect choked and then struck the woman with a broom. The suspect was arrested at the scene. Complainant was provided government and non-government resource agency information.
On Sept. 2, members of the First District requested assistance at 4th and K streets, N.W., in reference to a notice of infraction issued on a member of the GLBT community for a pedestrian violation. The pedestrian was advised of the reason for the issuance of the ticket as well as the options available to contest the ticket.
On Sept. 2, members of the First District requested assistance at 1st and K streets, N.W., in reference to an arrest made of a member of the GLBT community. The citizen was stopped and issued a notice of infraction for a pedestrian violation. A background check revealed that the citizen had an outstanding bench warrant for her arrest. The suspect was arrested and transported to the district for processing.
On Sept. 2, in the 1500 block of Butler Street, S.E, a woman reported that her domestic partner assaulted her by choking her and slammed her against the wall. Suspect was arrested and taken to the district for processing.
On Sept. 2, in the 1600 block of Argonne Place, N.W., a citizen contacted police because earlier in the day he had a verbal altercation with his neighbor. The neighbor thought the complainant knocked on his door. The neighbor used homophobic epithets against the complainant. The complainant walked away with no further incident.
World Pride 2025
D.C. liquor board extends drinking hours for WorldPride
Gay bars, other liquor-serving establishments can stay open 24 hours
D.C.’s Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Board, which regulates liquor sales for the city’s bars, restaurants, nightclubs, and other establishments licensed to serve alcoholic beverages, has approved extended hours for alcohol service and sales during the days when most WorldPride events will be held in the nation’s capital.
In a May 2 announcement, the Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Administration, which works with the board, said the extended liquor serving and sales hours for WorldPride will take place beginning Friday, May 30, through 4 a.m. Monday, June 9.
Although the official schedule for WorldPride events shows the events will take place May 17-June 8, most of the large events, including a two-day Pride street festival, parade, and concert, were expected to take place between May 30 and June 8.
According to the ABCA announcement and an ABCA spokesperson, liquor servicing establishments with the appropriate license can stay open for 24 hours and serve alcoholic beverages from 6 a.m. through the day and evening until 4 a.m., with no liquor sales allowed from 4 a.m. to 6 a.m. during the May 30-June 9 period.
The ABCA announcement says liquor serving establishments must apply for the extended hours option and pay a $100 registration fee by a deadline on May 27.
Sources familiar with the liquor board have said the board has for many years approved the extension of liquor serving and sales hours for important events and for certain holidays such as New Year’s Eve.
At the time it approved the extended hours for WorldPride the liquor board also approved extended hours during the time when games for a World Cup soccer tournament will be held in the city on June 18, June 22, and June 26.
It couldn’t immediately be determined how many of D.C.’s 22 LGBTQ bars plan to apply for the extended drinking hours. David Perruzza, owner of the Adams Morgan gay bar Pitchers and its adjoining lesbian bar A League of Her Own, said he will apply for the 4 a.m. extended hours option but he does not intend to keep the two bars open for the full 23 hours.
Under the city’s current alcoholic beverage regulations, licensed liquor serving establishments may serve alcoholic beverages until 2 a.m. on weekdays and 3 a.m. on weekends.
World Pride 2025
Episcopal bishop to speak at WorldPride human rights conference
Trump demanded apology from Mariann Edgar Budde over post-Inauguration sermon
The Right Rev. Mariann Edgar Budde is among those who are scheduled to speak at the WorldPride 2025 Human Rights Conference that will take place from June 4-6.
Budde, who is the bishop of the Diocese of Washington, in January urged President Donald Trump “to have mercy” on LGBTQ people, immigrants, and others “who are scared right now” during a post-Inauguration service that he and Vice President JD Vance attended at the Washington National Cathedral. Trump criticized Budde’s comments and demanded an apology.
The Right Rev. Mariann Edgar Budde speaks at the Washington National Cathedral on Jan. 21, 2025. (PBS NewsHour clip)
A press release the Washington Blade received notes Icelandic Industries Minister Hanna Katrín Friðriksson, UK Black Pride founder Phyll Opoku-Gyimah, and Bob the Drag Queen are among those who are also expected to participate in the conference.
The conference will take place at the JW Marriott (1331 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W.) and registration is open here.
World Pride 2025
Pabllo Vittar to perform at WorldPride
Brazilian drag queen, singer, joined Madonna on stage in 2024 Rio concert
A Brazilian drag queen and singer who performed with Madonna at her 2024 concert on Rio de Janeiro’s Copacabana Beach will perform at WorldPride.
The Capital Pride Alliance on Thursday announced Pabllo Vittar will perform on the Main Stage of the main party that will take place on June 7 at DCBX (1235 W St., N.E.) in Northeast D.C.
Vittar and Anitta, a Brazilian pop star who is bisexual, on May 4, 2024, joined Madonna on stage at her free concert, which was the last one of her Celebration Tour. Authorities estimated 1.6 million people attended.
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