Sloane Airey

D.C. Spent $1 Million Hiring Humans to Yell ‘Fire!’ in Government Office

Taxpayers paid $1,539,835 for a human fire watch and fire alert system repairs as the work dragged on for 11 months in the Marion Barry Building, which has been plagued by maintenance issues for years.

By Sloane Airey, published 05/28/26

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Pepco Raked in $108 Million Thanks To Recent Rate Increases. Another Bump Could Kick in Next Year, But It’s Being Challenged in Court.

As D.C. endures extreme heat and rising electricity bills, the Office of People’s Counsel has accused Pepco of misspending $94 million.

By Sloane Airey, published 08/01/25

Spotlight funded

Making a Meltdown: What Role Did Federal Prosecutors Play in Unraveling D.C.’s Crime Lab?

An investigation into troubles at the Department of Forensic Sciences reveals more details about its downfall.

By Sloane Airey, published 09/30/22

Spotlight funded

Capital City Fund for Investigative Journalism

Sloane Airey

D.C. Spent $1 Million Hiring Humans to Yell ‘Fire!’ in Government Office

Pepco Raked in $108 Million Thanks To Recent Rate Increases. Another Bump Could Kick in Next Year, But It’s Being Challenged in Court.

Making a Meltdown: What Role Did Federal Prosecutors Play in Unraveling D.C.’s Crime Lab?

Capital City Fund for Investigative Journalism

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