Readers started reporting at 7:29pm: “just heard a whole bunch of what sure sounded like gunshots on Sherman Ave by Girard St. A bunch of cops pulled up quickly”
“Just heard like 6 gunshots near 11th and Kenyon”
Then at 12:21am: “Wonderful. That was about 20 gun shots in the alley next to my house just now. Columbia Heights”
“That was loud. And a lot.”
“Good, the helicopter’s finally here to see who’s still on site 10 minutes later”
Update from MPD: (more…)
This rental is located at 1506 Columbia Road NW. The Craigslist ad says: “$1,640 / 1br – 875ft2 – Available Aug with one month free rent – in the heart of Columbia Hts. (Columbia Heights) (more…)
2737 Sherman Ave, NW
Thanks to Angelo for sending:
“I’m the partner / operator at the newly opened Capa Tosta located at 2737 Sherman Ave NW. My family and I immigrated to the DC area from Napoli, Italy 30 years ago. We’ve been working at restaurants in the area ever since. We’re so excited to finally strike out on our own. My parents, both lifetime chefs and bakers, have come out of retirement to bring family recipes to this neighborhood restaurant. We’ve coupled authentic dishes with innovative cocktails.”
Check out some incredible photos of the space, food and drinks: (more…)
This rental is located at 3300 16th St NW near Park Road. The Craigslist ad says:
“$1,246 / 405ft2 – Bright Mount Pleasant Studio Available NOW! OPEN HOUSE 7/31 10am-4pm! (more…)
14th and Irving Street, NW (entrance on Irving)
From PM Pediatrics, “our site opens today at noon! Open 7 days a week, including major holidays, noon to midnight!”
Good news from Mi Cuba Cafe: “We are now open for dine-in every day of the week (except Tuesday) during our regular hours! See you soon!”
Check out the delicious menu.
1720 14th Street, NW. Photo by G Lee Roberts
Full update from MPD:
“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Third District seek the public’s assistance in locating suspects and a vehicle in reference to an Assault With Intent to Kill (Gun) offense that occurred on Thursday, July 22, 2021, in the area of 14th and Riggs Street, Northwest.
At approximately 8:20 pm, members of the Third District heard the sounds of gunshots and responded to the listed location. Upon arrival, members located two adult male victims, both conscious and breathing, suffering from gunshot wounds. (more…)
This rental is located on 14th Street, NW. The Craigslist ad says:
“$5,500 / 3br – 1950ft2 – 14th st PENTHOUSE!!! 3 bed 3 bath! Parking! BIG YARD! (more…)
Thanks to k for sending around 7:30am in “Columbia heights, 13th and Irving Street, NW”
3345 14th Street, NW
From a new liquor license placard at Creole on 14th they’re looking to stay open an extra hour which seems reasonable. For those not familiar:
“Creole on 14th is a Louisiana Creole restaurant creating unique dishes and craft cocktails inspired by the diverse cultures and creole cookery of New Orleans. (more…)