A reader reported from Columbia Heights at 853pm and sends video: (more…)
Author: Prince Of Petworth
1401 7th Street, NW
Thanks to Cordell for sending last night:
“Person shot outside the Kennedy Rec Center (7th between O and P NW) just before 6PM Tuesday. Large number of Police units still on scene as of 7:30; MPD confirmed shooting investigation just before 7PM.”
From an MPD report:
“At around 1800 hours, aforementioned officer heard sound of gunshots coming from around the Kennedy Recreation Center located 1401 7 ST NW Washington DC, 20001. Upon further investigation, it was determined that the incident occurred outside the Rec Center Building and the aforementioned officer located V-1 inside the location suffering from a gunshot wound on her right buttock. V-1 was transported to a local hospital, where she received treatment.”
hahaha J. with the good eye!!
Zoom in on the photo and you can see “It’s a cut out in the wall for the building fire alarm.”
Signs of the times my friends, signs of the times…
18th and I Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Seen across from Farragut West — corner of 18th and Eye.
I… don’t get it?”
Ideas?
10 Ridge Square, NW
Hmmm Lunara by Michael Mina has a new name. A new liquor license placard has gone up for Acqua Bistecca:
“New Retailer’s Class “C” Restaurant with an interior seating capacity of 250. Summer Garden with 50 seats and a total capacity of 149. (more…)
From Waymo:
“We’re laying the groundwork to launch our service in D.C. next year, but we need your help!
D.C. needs to implement new rules that would allow Waymo’s fully autonomous ride-hailing service to operate in Washington, D.C. in 2026, but it’s not certain that will happen. (more…)
2000 2nd Street, SW
Thanks to Emma for sending:
“The Stack’s first store?
Spotted in the canyon of The Stacks, no details posted anywhere yet!
This might be the first retail store in Buzzard Point?”
Stay tuned for an opening date.
photo by angela n.
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J. reported yesterday afternoon:
“Don’t let the horns fool you; it’s a cow
(but isn’t ice cream supposed to bring a smile?)”
From Dolcezza:
“Dolcezza Gelato is turning 21, and to celebrate, the beloved DC-based gelato and coffee shop is giving away thousands of free scoops on National Ice Cream Day, “Sundae”, July 20.
From 12–4 PM, (more…)