Violent crime in D.C. continues to increase at a rate the city hasn’t seen in decades. It’s left locals shaken and officials looking for answers. Because of the District’s unique status, the U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Matthew Graves is the one who prosecutes most adult crimes in the city. He joins Kojo and Tom to discuss how his office manages prosecutions, why they chose not to prosecute many who’ve been arrested, and what else can be done.

Plus, the D.C. Council is back this month with a hefty legislative session on its docket. WAMU/DCist reporter Colleen Grablick joins the show to break down a number of the major bills the Council is taking up this session. Those include legislation addressing public safety, increasing penalties for dangerous drivers, and improving the availability of affordable housing.

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