
13th and Kenyon St, NW
Thanks to Sinead for sending. Updates when construction begins on likely new condos.

13th and Kenyon St, NW
Thanks to Sinead for sending. Updates when construction begins on likely new condos.

3115 14th Street, NW
A reader reports:
“The Heights was sold last Tuesday. Early word is that the new owner intends to turn the space into a sports bar. The inside will be redone. The bar will be removed and replaced with 30 self-serve beer taps. Much of the seating will be replaced with standing bar tables. Giant screen TVs will line the walls. Menu will be eclectic, to include pizza and crab hot pots.”
STAY TUNED.

1432 Park Road, NW
We first heard about LJ Diner (from the Flip It folks) opening here back in August 2013.
Thanks to all who messaged good news – Chelsea writes:
“Flip It LJ Diner is now open on Park NW in Columbia Heights! Owners were handing out menus & 20% off coupons.”
Anyone take an early taste?
Check out the menu after the jump. (more…)

Photo by Trent Bauserman
MPD reported:
“Shooting at 2145 hours in the 1400 block of Harvard Street NW. Lookout for B/M, thin build, wearing all dark clothing.”
Trent reported at 10:15pm:
“Police presence and ambulance in Columbia Heights. Alley behind 2800 block of 15th St NW. Heard 4 gunshots.” (more…)

This is from the alley at 11th and Columbia Road, NW.
Stand by for updates as construction progresses.
You can see some old murals here and here.


More shots after the jump. (more…)

via MPD
UPDATE:
UPDATE: Thanks to yr help & the quick action of an officer @mcpnews, Cesar Morales is in custody. One less dangerous person on our streets https://t.co/KwuGSAq6GO
— DC Police Department (@DCPoliceDept) September 1, 2017
“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Third District announced a suspect has been taken into custody related to an Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Gun) offense that occurred in the 1400 block of Irving Street, Northwest, on Friday, August 25, 2017.
At approximately 12:15 pm, the suspect brandished a handgun and fired at the victim near the Columbia Heights metro station. The suspect then fled the scene. The victim also fled the scene.
On Thursday, August 31, 2017, pursuant to a DC Superior Court arrest warrant, 22-year-old Cesar Morales, was arrested in Montgomery County, MD. Charges are pending upon extradition to the District.”
From MPD:
“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Third District seek the public’s assistance in identifying two persons of interest in reference to an Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Gun) offense that occurred in the 1400 block of Irving Street, Northwest, on Friday, August 25, 2017.
At approximately 12:15 pm, two suspects were chasing the victim at the listed location. One of the suspects brandished a handgun and fired at the victim. Both the suspects and the victim fled the scene. (more…)

Last we checked back in March, there was a legit dumpster fire.
Like the way it’s now coming together?

Before:


It’s official!! El Rinconcito II finally reopening after suffering a terrible fire nearly a year ago. After Thursday’s news that Taqueria Distrito Federal had closed their 14th Street location this is welcome news indeed.
Kevin sums up the feeling of many nicely: “At least 2017 isn’t a total loss.”

1326 Park Road, NW

14th and Otis Pl, NW
Kevin reminds us:
“it’s really awesome and it’s always empty. The best Ethiopian food around. And great coffee.”
Any other fans?

A reader reports:
“She actually rips open the box and takes out the contents which was a thousand dollar LED light panel. A police officer came out and took my report.”