1401 Maryland Ave, NE
A reader reported around 12:15pm “There was just a shooting at NE Chick-fil-A. Crime scene tape is up and they’re making all the cars back up out of the drive through. They loaded one guy up in an ambulance. Looked like maybe shot in the arm” (more…)
From an email: “Asad Sheikh’s (Bombay Street Food, Butter Chicken Company) newest venture is the franchise Extreme Pizza, opening tomorrow on Barracks Row at 520 8th Street SE.”
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From Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton’s Office yesterday:
“Today a bipartisan letter organized by Demand Progress and the Lincoln Network and signed by 20 organizations was sent to congressional leaders urging them to reject any proposal to permanently maintain fencing around the U.S. Capitol and nearby areas. This letter comes after the statement from Acting U.S. Capitol Police Chief Yogananda Pittman that the U.S. Capitol Complex should be fitted with permanent fencing. While placing temporary fencing may be necessary at times, constructing permanent barriers around the heart of our legislature would deal a significant blow to the transparency and accessibility of our government. (more…)
404 8th Street SE via @FLOTUS
Thanks to Matt and Martha for passing on from FLOTUS last night:
“Dropped by @TheSweetLobby earlier to pick up some Valentine’s treats for the weekend. Shhh – don’t tell Joe!”
Check out The Sweet Lobby’s menu here and get some at 404 8th Street SE on Barracks Row.
This rental is located on Capitol Hill. The Craigslist ad says:
“$1,365 Private Bedroom and bathroom in Renovated Capitol Hill Townhome (Capitol Hill) (more…)
This rental is located at 5th near A Street NE. The Craigslist ad says:
“$1,600 / 1br – 550ft2 – Top Floor 1 Bedroom–Heart of Capitol Hill (more…)
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From Congresswoman Norton’s Office:
“Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) announced today that she will introduce legislation to prohibit the installation of new permanent fencing at the U.S. Capitol complex. Norton has strongly opposed efforts to build permanent structures separating the Capitol complex from the rest of the nation’s capital in the wake of the January 6 attack. (more…)
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Congresswoman Norton’s office:
“Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) announced today she will host a virtual town hall on the impact of the U.S. Capitol attack on D.C. residents, public spaces, and security on Thursday, February 11 at 6:00 p.m. All D.C. residents are invited to attend. D.C. Councilmember Charles Allen (Ward 6) and representatives from the U.S. Capitol Police also will speak and answer questions from attendees. (more…)
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From the Mayor’s Office:
“Mayor Muriel Bowser announced an expansion of the DC Main Streets and Clean Teams programs. Through this expansion, the Bowser Administration is investing an additional $660,000 into communities to support safe, beautiful, and economically vibrant commercial corridors. (more…)
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From Congresswoman Norton’s office:
“Today, Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) released a statement calling on the U.S. Capitol Police to allow sledding at the Capitol tomorrow and next week in anticipation of a snowstorm.
“The west side of the Capitol is well known as perhaps the best place for sledding in D.C.’s high-density urban environment. (more…)