Photo by Doug Jackson

Doug reported at 10:30am: “Looks like a fire at Al’s at E Cap and 14th.”

From DCFD:

“Working Fire 14th & E. Capitol St NE has been brought under control by #DCsBravest despite intense conditions & torrid heat outside. A DC firefighter who lived above store has been displaced. Investigators on scene to seek cause. No injuries at present.” (more…)


From MPD around 5pm Sunday:

“The Third District is currently investigating a shooting in the 1600 block of Oak Street NW. And adult male has been transported to an area hospital with a non life threatening injury to the foot.

Motorists and pedestrians can expect road closures in the area.

Anyone with information is asked to call 202-727-9099.”

From MPD around 8:30pm Sunday:

“On 7/14/2019, officers from the First District responded to the 1100 block of K St SE (inside of a location) for the sounds of gunshots. (more…)


From MPD (sent at 12:45am):

“The Third District is currently investigating a shooting in the 2900 block of 14th Street NW. An adult male has been transported to an area hospital with a gunshot wound to the upper body.

Motorists and pedestrians can expect road closures in the area as we investigate.

Anyone with information is asked to call 202-727-9099.”

and (more…)



1401 Pennsylvania Ave, SE. Photo by Harrison O’Neill

Harrison writes:

“Signs now up for The Roost and Show of Hands at the Blackbird construction site!”

Washington CityPaper reported:

“Nick Farrell will lead the first bar to take shape in the 12,500-square-foot space, Show of Hands. You’ve tasted his cocktails at Iron Gate and Hazel.

Within The Roost, NRG will compliment Show of Hands with a beer bar from Greg Engert, plus a host of eateries.”

STAY TUNED.



via google maps

From MPD:

“On 6/10/2019 at approximately 3:15pm two subjects riding a scooter approached the victim who was riding his motorcycle at the intersection of 14th and E St SENE (14th & Tenn/E St NE.). Subject 1 got off the scooter and attempted to take the victims motorcycle by force. The victim resisted and Subject 2 attempted to assist in taking the motorcycle. The victim continued to resist when Subject 1 brandished a knife and placed it to the victims neck and demanded the motorcycle again. (more…)


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