From MPD:

“The Metropolitan Police Department announces the arrest of a man in multiple robberies in Northwest.

On Friday, January 24, 2025, at approximately 12:18 p.m., the suspect approached the victim in the 2000 block of Vermont Avenue, Northwest. The suspect motioned as if they had a weapon and demanded the victim’s money. The suspect then took the victim’s phone and used a cash app to wire money to themselves before fleeing the scene. The suspect was apprehended by responding officers. Additionally, officers recovered a handgun from the suspect. CCN: 25011195

On Friday, January 24, 2025, a 17-year-old male, of Northwest, DC, was charged with Armed Robbery, Carrying a Pistol Without a License, Possession of Unregistered Firearm, Possession of Unregistered Ammunition, and Possession of a Large Capacity Ammunition Feeding Device.

As a result of the detectives’ investigation, the 17-year-old male, of Northwest, DC, was charged with the below offenses: (more…)



photos courtesy Mezeh Mediterranean Grill

Check out their menus here.

From a press release:

“Mezeh Mediterranean Grill is celebrating the opening of its newest location, Mezeh Capitol Hill, at 333 Pennsylvania Ave. SE on Feb. 6. The new restaurant will bring fresh Mediterranean flavors to the Capitol Hill neighborhood, offering an upbeat, fast-casual dining experience. (more…)



2222 18th Street, NW

Thanks to KK for passing on from Life of Riley in Adams Morgan:

“Dear Pet Parents,

Our team is so grateful for many wonderful years of serving pets in our community. Due to ongoing challenges and current economic conditions, we have made the difficult decision to permanently close Life of Riley, both DC and Rockville locations, effective Monday, February 3rd. (more…)



2nd and Kennedy Street, NW

Thanks to Michelle for sending the update on Idido’s Coffee & Social House:

“I think they opened over the weekend. Just got a latte and some banana bread this morning. It’s cute, though maybe not as cute as La Coop. Definitely an asset for this section of Kennedy. I can see myself working there sometimes.”

Check out their menu here.

They’ve posted a liquor license placard too: (more…)


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