Chinatown

“She was very shaken and told me that she is pregnant.”

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by nevermindtheend

“Dear PoPville,

I wanted to see if you could post something about a disturbing assault I witnessed yesterday. I’ve seen others post about recent random attacks on joggers and pedestrians in DC. I was on my bike heading southbound on 6th St NW towards Gallery Place at 2:55pm. I approached a stop light at the corner of 6th & I. The 6 & I Synagogue and La Colombe coffee are both at this intersection. My attention was caught by a woman falling on the crosswalk as I slowed down to the light. I then saw a man with an angry look on his face behind her and it immediately dawned on me that he had possibly pushed her. I yelled “Hey” and he shouted “she fell” as he kept walking. (more…)

Shots Fired in Chinatown 10:15pm; Shooting 10:43pm near Nats Park

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD:

“On 6/16/20 at approximately 10:15 pm, First District officers responded to the 700 block of 7th Street NW for the sounds of gunshots. Once on the scene, officers found evidence that a gun had recently been fired and began searching for involved parties and witnesses. It is believed that a confrontation between unknown persons led to the gunshots. There are no reports of injuries at this time.

First District detectives are actively investigating this incident. If any member of the public has information or video of the incident, please contact the First District Detectives Office at (202) 299-2025, or the Metropolitan Police Department’s Command Information Center at (202) 727-9099.”


via google maps

“On 6/16/20 at approximately 10:43 p.m., First District officers responded to the 1300 block of Half Street SW for a report of a shooting. On the scene, officers found an adult male victim suffering from a gunshot wound to the leg. (more…)

“Does anyone know whether construction projects have to register a sort of proposed ‘end date’ with the city?”

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by Jordan Barab

“Dear PoPville,

First – let me say I am very blessed in these uncertain economic times to be able to work from home. I know how lucky I am!

That being said, the loud construction project in the alley behind my apartment is…less than ideal for concentrating (as is being roused daily by the noise at 6:30am, which is before I think they’re supposed to be allowed to start.) It would be nice to have an end date to look forward to. Does anyone know whether construction projects have to register a sort of proposed ‘end date’ with the city?”

Huge Fire Fire on the top floor of Metro headquarters across from the Capitol One Arena, DCFD Extinguished Fire and No Injuries Reported

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by James McNellis

James reports to us at 6:30am: “It appears that wmata headquarters is on fire.”

DCFD reported at 6:25am: “Working Fire 600 5th St NW. fire showing from top floor of Metro headquarters.”

From WMATA:

“We are grateful all employees and occupants were safely evacuated during this morning’s fire at Metro’s headquarters, the Jackson Graham Building in Downtown, DC. Thanks to the quick response from DC Firefighters, the fire was quickly contained, and there were no reported injuries to Metro employees or first responders. We are currently assessing the damage and working closely with DCFEMS to identify the cause of the fire.

Metro is currently constructing a new headquarters in DC to replace the Jackson Graham Building, which has not undergone a major renovation since its construction and does not meet today’s fire & life safety standards for new buildings. As noted in our public presentations, fire/life safety factors were primary considerations in our decision to move.”

Crazy video of the huge flames coming out of the windows: (more…)

“To our loyal and wonderful guests, we are happy to announce that, we will be re-opening for take out”

By Prince Of Petworth


505 H Street, NW

Thanks to Priya for the heads up: “I’m so excited my fave hibachi spot Momiji is reopening for take-out.”

Check out Momiji’s menu here.

“To our loyal and wonderful guests, we are happy to announce that, we will be re-opening for take out, May 12, 2020. Call us at 202.408.8110 for orders and more information.” (more…)

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