New details unveiled in D.C.'s deal to buy and renovate Capital One Arena
Six months since a deal was struck to keep the Capitals and Wizards in D.C., the modernization of Capital One Arena is now set to advance, with the city purchasing the venue and funding upgrades. Why it matters: The renovation will keep the teams in the District through at least 2050 and inject hope into downtown Washington as it continues to recover from the pandemic.