The project passed the first vote in a 9-3 split, with the three who voted against the plan citing concerns about the project’s impact on the nation's capital.

"This is a historic moment," Commanders owner Josh Harris said in a statement. "This project is about more than delivering a world-class stadium worthy of our players, fans and the region. It's about ...

After weeks of negotiating with the Washington Commanders and pressure from Mayor Muriel Bowser and Congressional leaders, the D.C. Council came to an agreement on its first vote on the deal.

It didn't happen on July 15th like the Washington Commanders initially requested, but it happened. On Friday the DC Council approved the Commanders' RFK Stadium ...