DCist: D.C. Launches Tool That Lets Renters Search Outstanding Housing Violations
Renters in D.C. can now see whether landlords at prospective properties have outstanding or unaddressed housing violations.
the Wash: Brightwood, Petworth restaurants brace for winter weather amid COVID-19
As colder weather approaches and D.C.’s coronavirus cases increase, some of Petworth’s favorite restaurants are preparing for whatever the winter weather holds.
the Wash: DC coffeeshops ‘can’t afford to close again’ amid pandemic
D.C. business owners are eyeing the possibility of another lockdown as COVID-19 cases surge across the country. But they don’t know if their businesses can sustain another closure.
the Wash: Hill restaurant stung by COVID-related violations
Since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic in March, restaurants have had to adapt to the growing set of health and safety guidelines designed to protect workers and patrons against the virus. In Washington, restaurants that fail to meet…
the Wash: Black restaurant owners need tech and each other, panelists say
Business owners and entrepreneurs emphasized the importance of technological literacy and brand collaboration during the DMV Black Restaurant Week virtual conference.
DCist: D.C. Council Wants To Mandate Electric Vehicle Infrastructure In New, Renovated Buildings
The D.C. Council wants to “future-proof” new commercial and apartment buildings in the District for an electric vehicles.
Washington Business Journal: Sneak peek at the Kimpton Banneker Hotel, opening in place of…
The Kimpton Banneker Hotel will open its doors near Dupont Circle in early 2021 after a $20 million renovation of the former Kimpton Rouge Hotel.
the Wash: Town hall meeting turns contentious after neighborhood racism task force makes…
A local ANC’s racism task force has proposed wide-ranging housing and education reforms. The recommendations range drastically in scope — and controversy.
Washington Post: After D.C. police overtime topped $40 million, council moves to increase oversight
The D.C. Council voted Tuesday to have police regularly disclose their overtime costs, the latest example of lawmakers asserting more authority over law enforcement after months of protests against police misconduct and in support of…
Washington Business Journal: Douglas Development proposes redeveloping the historic Cotton Annex
Douglas Development Corp. hopes to redevelop the Cotton Annex in Southwest D.C. as apartments, more than three years after casting the winning $30.3 million bid for the historic property at 300 12th St. SW at a government auction.
DCist: What Is D.C.’s Comprehensive Plan And Why Are People Arguing Over It Again?
In March 2018, around 300 D.C. activists, urbanists, affordable housing advocates, developers and concerned citizens crowded into a Wilson Building hearing room to testify on a document that many residents have never even heard of: D.C.’s…
Kristi Maiselman in Washington Business Journal: If arts sector collapses, D.C. region’s…
The Washington region is built around theaters. They are anchor institutions across our neighborhoods, catalysts for restaurant booms and small business-filled blocks.
Washingtonian: DC’s Daily Covid Case Count Reaches a New Fall High
Today, DC reported 245 new coronavirus cases, matching May’s daily case high. In recent days, the number of new daily cases has mostly oscillated between 80 and 150 per day, with a recent spike of 206 new cases last Tuesday.
DCist: D.C. Records Second-Highest Daily COVID-19 Case Count As Spikes Continue In Maryland,…
As the nation sees record-breaking counts of new coronavirus cases with each passing day, infections in the D.C. region continue to hit marks not seen in each jurisdiction since the spring.
Press Release: National Park Service invites public comment on proposed plan for Kenilworth Park…
News Release — National Park Service
For immediate release: November 17, 2020
Contact: Sean McGinty
WASHINGTON – The National Park Service (NPS) invites public comment on the proposed plan to address environmental contamination at…
Press Release: Norton Bill to Allow National Children’s Museum to Remain in Ronald Reagan…
News Release — DC Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton
November 17, 2020
Contact: Sharon Eliza Nichols
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) announced that her bill allowing the National Children’s Museum (NCM),…
Press Release: District of Columbia Housing Authority Selects Development Team for Greater Greenleaf…
News Release — DC Housing Authority
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Jose C. Sousa
November 17, 2020
The District of Columbia Housing Authority has partnered with Greenleaf District Partners, a team comprised of developers…
Press Release: Mayor Bowser Announces Request for Proposals for Disparity Study on Use of Minority-…
News Release — Executive Office of the Mayor and DC Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
November 17, 2020
CONTACT:
LaToya Foster (EOM)Shayne Wells (DMPED)
Data Will Help…
Press Release: Norton, Van Hollen Request $118.3 Million for D.C. Emergency Planning & Security…
News Release — DC Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton
November 17, 2020
Contact: Sharon Eliza Nichols
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) and Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) sent a letter yesterday to the…
City Paper: Will D.C. Ever Have A Latinx Councilmember?
D.C. has never elected a Latinx councilmember. Community members believe that could change in 2022.