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Shooting around 1:30pm on Franklin St, NE

Published June 11, 2021 at 1:40PM | Updated June 12, 2021 at 10:07AM

Update from MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a homicide that occurred on Friday, June 11, 2021, in the 1600 Block of Franklin Street, Northeast.

At approximately 1:09 pm, members of the Fifth District responded to the listed location for the report of the sounds of gunshots. Upon arrival, members located an adult male suffering from gunshot wounds. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services responded to the scene and found that the victim displayed no signs consistent with life. (more…)

Progress at Honeymoon Fried Chicken replacing Slim’s in Petworth

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 11, 2021 at 1:25PM

4201 Georgia Ave, NW at Upshur Street, NW

JJ asks: “saw some equipment being loaded into the old Slim’s diner yesterday afternoon – any word on what’s going on?”

This is going to be Honeymoon Fried Chicken from the folks behind the excellent Federalist Pig! A new liquor license application says: (more…)

More Water Woes for Dupont

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 11, 2021 at 1:10PM | Updated June 11, 2021 at 1:51PM

Photos by Meredith Jones Hoing

Ed. Note: The water woes from yesterday.

Thanks to Meredith for sending from 17 15th and R Street, NW. “Water main broke!” (more…)

Sneak Peek inside Swingers opening June 18th

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 11, 2021 at 12:45PM

courtesy Swingers

“Swingers is a one-of-a-kind experience that you won’t forget with intense mini-golf, beverage serving caddies, gourmet street food and more.” (more…)

Just In: The Pug Reopens Saturday at Noon!!

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 11, 2021 at 11:25AM

1234 H Street, NE

After a long, long wait, the sweetest words can finally be uttered, er typed, whatever – The Pug is reopening tomorrow (Saturday) at noon!! Hours will be Saturday opening noon til close. Closed Sunday and Monday. Tuesday-Friday open 4pm til close.

And there was great joy on H Street and beyond.

#coronaville

I’m not saying it’s time to freak out just yet, but

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 11, 2021 at 11:15AM

Leore reports: “the Trader Joe’s in Foggy Bottom seems to be having problems with refrigeration so a lot of their items are being pulled from the shelves (meat, frozen stuff, etc.) so maybe go elsewhere for now”

#PSA

Helluva Way to Wake Up

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 11, 2021 at 11:00AM

Ashley reports: “Wheels and airbag taken overnight. Walgreens parking lot at Rhode Island Avenue and Franklin NE in Brookland. Honda was specifically targeted. 10 other cars parked next to this one were not touched.”

Looks Like Another Blue Bottle Bites the Dust but nearby Peet’s will reopen in September

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 11, 2021 at 10:35AM

1100 15th Street, NW

Thanks to Matt for sending last night: “The Blue Bottle Coffee at Midtown Center has been wrapped in brown paper. No signs on the door. I’m guessing we lost another one.”

When we recently spoke about the Logan Circle and Wharf permanent closures we noted Blue Bottle’s website only lists locations for Georgetown, Union Station and Union Market.

However, in more positive coffee news: (more…)

#coronaville

Bistro Du Jour coming soon signage up at the Wharf!

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 11, 2021 at 9:35AM

51 District Square, SW Photo by SW DC Newsies

Thanks to SW DC Newsies for sending the coming soon signage for Bistro Du Jour. This is the former Dolcezza space which we spoke about back in March. Stay tuned for an exact opening date.

#French

Carbque just before the storm

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 10, 2021 at 4:00PM

Thanks to Chris and all who sent around 3:40pm: “At intersections Of NJ and Rhode Island NW. traffic blocked nearby and fire trucks just got there.” (more…)

#car b que