This rental is located at D Street SE near 1st Street SE. The Craigslist ad says: (more…)
Capitol Hill
403 7th Street, SE photo by J
“Dear PoPville,
I’m writing about a challenge the Capitol Hill community is facing. This summer the Southeast Branch of the DC Library system will be closing for 2+ years for renovations.
At this time, DCPL hasn’t announced the availability of any interim services for our community. (more…)
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From MPD: “4D Stabbing. The Fourth District is investigating a stabbing that occurred on 3/12/23 at approximately 4:34 P.M. in the unit block of Grant Circle NW. The victim sustained multiple stab wounds to the body. The look for the suspect is an Hispanic Male wearing a green jacket and black pants. The suspect was last seen running northbound in the 4400 block of New Hampshire Ave NW.
If you have any information, please contact the Command Information Center on 202-727-9099, or send an anonymous text tip to 50411.”
via google maps
From MPD: “Alert: Shooting Investigation at 2022 hrs. in the 400 block of 11th Street, SE. No Lookout at this time.”
A reply to MPD said: “The shooting started in the 900 block, but the car wreck and more shooting in the 500 block.”
Update from MPD:
“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a homicide that occurred on Sunday, March 12, 2023, in the 500 block of 11th Street, Southeast.
At approximately 8:25 pm, First District officers responded to the listed location for the report of a shooting and a traffic accident. Upon arrival, officers located two adult male shooting victims inside of a vehicle. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services responded to the scene and after finding no signs consistent with life, one of the victims remained on the scene until transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. The second victim was transported to an area hospital for treatment. After all life-saving efforts failed, the second victim was pronounced dead. A third male, who was in the vehicle with the victims, was located at the scene. He was transported to a local hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries as a result of the traffic crash.
One of the decedents has been identified as 34-year-old Othaniel Gaither, of Southeast, DC. The second decedent’s identity is being withheld pending next of kin notification. (more…)
This rental is located at 2nd near F St NE. The Craigslist ad says: (more…)
Thanks to Dcer for sending: “West Wing at 300 New Jersey Avenue NW is closed for good on February 25.”
Updates when we learn what becomes of the space.
West Wing Cafe closed their NoMa and Thomas Circle locations back in 2019.
201 Massachusetts Ave, NE via Union Pub
From the press release:
“Long-time Capitol Hill bar owners and friends, Matthew Weiss & James Silk, are teaming up to bring back a favorite Capitol Hill haunt that didn’t survive the pandemic. Capitol Lounge (co-owned by Silk), the beloved House-side watering hole that permanently closed its doors in fall 2020 after a 26-year run, will return for one day to take over the space of its decades-long Senate-side friendly rival, Union Pub (owned by Weiss). The event will take place all day (11am-2:30am) on Saturday, April 1 and will feature trinkets, posters, and popular food and drink specials from the bar known for its “No Politics, No Miller Lite” motto. As such, Miller Lite will not be on the menu. (more…)
319 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE previously home to Stanton and Greene, and before that the longtime home to Pour House.
Thanks to ps for sending: “Looks like Zoca on Capitol Hill is history. That was fast! Replacement looks like a hastily thrown together generic oyster and seafood place.”
Coastline Oyster Company’s website says:
“Grand Opening on March 1st, 2023 at 11:00 AM
Coastline Oyster Company is the newest Restaurant Concept by Chef-owner Danio Somoza and Partner Donna Serafini. Coastline Oyster Company is a raw bar, seafood house, and sports bar with a fantastic menu, live music, and a fun bar. Enjoy the games on many TVs and game time specials. We are ready for all sports fans! (more…)
This rental is located at 15th St NE near East Capitol St. The Craigslist ad says:
“$2,500 / 1br – 709ft2 – Updated 1-bedroom condo in Capitol Hill (Capitol Hill) (more…)
106 13th Street, SE
“Dear PoPville,
I’m wondering if Pacci’s in Lincoln Park is ever going to open?? I found articles dating back to 2018 saying they were going to open soon. The recently put signs on the doors”
The liquor license placards now up say: “A restaurant that will serve Italian Cuisine with 70 seats and a Total Occupancy Load of 70. Sidewalk Café Endorsement with 14 seats.”
On January 17th Pacci’s wrote: “Getting the last finishing touches in place to serve you from our new sister location at Capitol Hill! Stay tuned for the opening day announcement!!!”
Pizza looks good: (more…)
From the US Capitol Police:
“On Tuesday, February 7, at 9:00 p.m., the President of the United States will deliver the State of the Union Address before a Joint Session of Congress. To ensure everyone’s safety, the United States Capitol Police will temporarily close roads around the U.S. Capitol.
At 6:30 a.m., the following roads will be closed to the public:
Pennsylvania Avenue between First Street, NW, and Third Street, NW
Maryland Avenue between First Street, NW, and Third Street, SW
First Street between Constitution Avenue, NW, and Independence Avenue, SW
At 5:30 p.m., the following roads will be closed to the public: (more…)