“Dear PoPville,
This morning at 8:20, 10 uniformed national guard troops and 3 uniformed MPD spent 25 minutes harassing teenagers waiting for the school bus. This is on 20th and O Street, NW
Half the kids eventually seemed to leave to find a different bus stop and the police and the National Guard followed them.”
1600 U Street, NW
Thanks to Joe and for sending from 16/New Hampshire (U St) NW corner at the old Starbucks.
“There was a Compass sign outside the now-closed Starbucks at 16th and U. Have you heard they’re moving in? (more…)
1725 Rhode Island Ave, NW photo by Josh Bassett
“Dear PoPville,
Wondering if you have any info on this…Rhode Island Ave, between 17th St and Connecticut Ave, was completely shut down Sunday morning. This is the same block as St. Matthews Cathedral. Tons of yellow police tape blocking the entire street, cop cars, 2 firetrucks, a couple ambulances. Police standing around the intersections. They couldn’t say what it was about. Unclear if there was a crime or if there was a VIP around.”
From MPD:
“Shortly before 6:00 a.m. on Sunday, October 5, 2025, Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) members assigned to a detail for the Red Mass at Saint Matthew’s Cathedral engaged an individual who set up a tent on the steps of the Cathedral. Officers determined that the individual was previously barred from the premises of the Cathedral. The individual refused to vacate the premises and was placed under arrest without incident.
During the arrest officers observed multiple suspicious items, (more…)
1406 Florida Ave, NW
Miguel asks: “Does PoPville know what’s going on with The Artist Formerly Known as Pica Taco (DC Tacos & Wings) at FL&14? The interior is gutted. Maybe it’s a reno! 🙏🏼” (more…)
via google maps
From MPD:
“The Metropolitan Police Department is investigation a fatal shooting that that occurred in Northeast.
On Friday, October 3, 2025, at approximately 7:20 p.m., Fifth District officers responded to the 600 block of Rhode Island Avenue, Northeast, for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, (more…)
Update from MPD:
“The Metropolitan Police Department announces the arrest of a suspect involved in a fatal shooting that occurred in Northwest.
On Saturday, October 4, 2025, at approximately 12:34 a.m., Third District officers responded for a report of a shooting in the 1400 block of Clifton Street, Northwest. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male, unconscious and not breathing, suffering from a gunshot wound. DC Fire and EMS responded to the scene and after finding no signs consistent with life, the victim was pronounced dead.
The victim has been identified as 26-year-old Jerome Myles, of Northwest, DC.
Responding officers observed two suspects fleeing the scene and entering a nearby apartment building. Homicide Branch detectives responded to the scene, and following multiple emergency search warrants, one of the suspects was located and placed under arrest. 35-year-old Antone Whitaker of Northeast, DC, was charged with First Degree Murder While Armed.
The second suspect is still being sought. Anyone who has knowledge of this incident should take no action but call police at (202) 727-9099 or text your tip to the Department’s TEXT TIP LINE at 50411.”
“Dear PoPville, (more…)
photo by @flavsterrr via Rose Ave Bakery
From Rose Ave Bakery (2633 Connecticut Ave, NW):
“Here’s our Mid-Autumn Festival menu, available this Saturday (10/4) and Sunday (10/5) only! #LimitedQuantities
TRADITIONAL BAKED RED BEAN MOONCAKES – A classic Mid-Autumn favorite.
SNOWY MOONCAKES – A modern take on the traditional treat, made with sweet mochi dough and filled with ube custard or black sesame paste. (Contains Soy and Peanuts)
To make sure everyone gets a chance to enjoy our Mooncakes, there is a limit of one (1) set of Traditional Baked Mooncakes and one (1) set of Snowy Mooncakes per guest. (more…)
via google maps
“Dear PoPville,
I would appreciate help finding owner of a black Mercedes SUV parked Wednesday night on MacArthur Blvd near Cathedral. I hit your car attempting to get out of a tight spot and had to leave immediately. I had Claudio’s Table check with diners there but none was owner. If you are, please contact me through PoPville.”
Please email me at [email protected] and I’ll put you in touch with OP.
5300 Wisconsin Ave, NW
“Coming Soon
Join us for the grand opening of our Friendship Heights store!
We invite you to visit our first store in Washington, D.C.! If you haven’t been to one of our stores before, prepare to be amazed by our incredible selection, all at the lowest prices!”
Wonderful news from Ashlee:
“Total Wine Friendship Heights now has its sign up in the basement of the old Mazza Gallerie.
Not sure of the opening date, but their website has a grand opening coupon that’s valid starting Oct 17. (more…)
1416 14th Street, NW
14th St Cafe Asian Bistro opened up here at 14th and P Street, NW back in 2015. Previously the space was the longtime home to Carry Out Deli which closed in January 2015.
Thanks to Josh and Kelly for sending: “it’s devastating.”
“When I walked by the 14th St Cafe Asian Bistro I saw a cardboard sign on the front door saying “permanently closed 10/1/25” (more…)