Washington Post: Eagle at National Arboretum lays two eggs, swooping in after power couple split
The eagles, named Lotus and Mr. P, should see their eaglets hatch next month, experts say
WTOP: Metro to close 5 stations for summer platform reconstruction, will offer ‘travel alternatives’
When Metro shuts down five Orange Line stations this summer for the final stage of its Platform Reconstruction Project, riders will be offered alternatives to get around.
jonetta rose barras: Is the proverbial fat lady warming up to sing in the mayoral race?
That’s the question many people were initially asking after The Washington Post released poll results that seemed to be a two-step takedown of incumbent Mayor Muriel Bowser. After all, 74% of the 904 people surveyed between Feb. 2 and Feb.…
UrbanTurf: DC Holds First Committee Hearing on $100 Monthly Metro Stipends
Almost two years ago, DC Councilmember Charles Allen announced a proposal to offer DC residents a $100 monthly stipend for public transit. On Wednesday, two Council committees held the first joint hearing on the Metro for D.C. Amendment…
Washington Post: Metro says multiple factors likely to blame for rail car defect
The transit agency is testing out its theories in hopes of getting the 7000-series fleet back in service
DCist: ‘Our Worst Nightmare:’ D.C.’s Ukrainian Community Lives In Fear, Anxiety As Russia Attacks
Vira Derun was headed to bed on Wednesday night when she got a call from her sister, Anastasiia.
Washington Business Journal: Wardman Park redevelopment gets delayed as neighbors press for more…
A plan to redevelop the former Marriott Wardman Park with a 900-unit apartment project will take a few more months to gather public feedback.
Greater Greater Washington: How a guaranteed income pilot impacted the lives of low income DC…
During the pandemic several local organizations piloted a program offering cash transfers to low income residents mostly in Ward 8. THRIVE East of the River was created to assist residents most vulnerable to negative economic and social…
DCist: Fate Of D.C.’s Fort Dupont Ice Arena In Question As Plans For New Facility Seem Frozen
The future of D.C.’s only full-size ice rink was suddenly thrown into doubt this week as the non-profit that runs it accused the city of mismanaging plans for building a new facility, saying it would be “getting half the project for twice…
Washington Post: D.C. jail guard accused of smuggling narcotics, knives into facility
Prosecutors say Johnson Ayuk, 31, took bribes in exchange for contraband
DCist: Former Head Of D.C.’s 911 Agency To Return To The Job
Karima Holmes, the former director of D.C.’s Office of Unified Communications, will be returning to her old job.
Press Release: Norton Briefed by Capitol Police Chief Manger Ahead of Trucker Convoy, State of the…
News Release — DC Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton
February 24, 2022
Contact: Sharon Eliza Nichols
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) was thoroughly briefed yesterday by United States Capitol Police…
Press Release: Norton Introduces Bill to Prohibit Federal Bureau of Prisons from Charging Health…
News Release —DC Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton
February 24, 2022
Contact: Sharon Eliza Nichols
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) introduced a bill this week to prohibit the Federal Bureau of Prisons…
District Links: Bowser brings back former OUC director to head 911 agency again; NPS agrees to pull…
Karima Holmes is returning to the helm of the agency that runs the District's 911 and 311 call center — a post she previously held for five years, drawing acclaim from some but criticism from others.
Press Release: Mayor Bowser Announces Key Appointment
News Release — Executive Office of the Mayor
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
February 24, 2022
CONTACT:
LaToya Foster (EOM)
(WASHINGTON, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced an appointment in her…
DCist: New D.C. Council Bill Would Adopt ‘Idaho Stop,’ Allowing Cyclists To Treat Stop Signs As…
Councilmember Mary Cheh is introducing a pair of bills that aim to increase traffic safety.
City Paper: Is D.C. Fighting An Energy Upgrade for the New St. Elizabeths Hospital to Help Pepco?…
A new “microgrid” on the Southeast campus would save D.C. money, but that could cut into the utility’s profits.
DCist: A Basic Income Program In D.C. Provided Stability And Dignity During The Pandemic, Report…
Fueled by funds from the American Rescue Plan Act, governments across the country are trying out “basic income” programs that send cash to low-income families, with no restrictions on how the money is spent. But a similar program was…
Washington Post: Majority of D.C. residents support clearing of homeless encampments, Post poll…
At the same time, District residents give Mayor Muriel Bowser low ratings on creating and maintaining affordable housing
WTOP: Del. Norton: Capitol Police planning heightened security, but truck protest may be losing…
D.C. Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton said a truckers’ protest, expected in the Washington area next week, may be losing some steam, but U.S. Capitol Police aren’t taking any chances and are planning, along with the U.S. Secret Service,…