A. sends the photo above around 11:15am.
Alan Henney reported:
“CRITICAL SHOOTING, LAW ENFORCEMENT RELATED– 6th St at L St NW. USMS task force reported shots fired. Police found an unconscious man shot several times.”
Updates as more is learned/released.
1633 17th Street, NW
A couple of weeks ago we learned that the “Final service at Hiraya and Kayu on H Street will be on June 30.” At that time they said:
“This isn’t goodbye — just a pause. I’m already dreaming of Kayu’s next chapter in NW DC, where we can continue telling our stories with the soul and spirit they deserve.”
Thanks to Chris for sending where Kayu will open this summer: (more…)
1409 T Street, NW. The space was previously home to Butter Me Up, Taqueria Nacional and of course a post office way way back in the day
Thanks to Noa (and John) for sending from T Street near the Colada Shop just off 14th. (more…)
1700 New Jersey Avenue, NW at R Street. Previously home to BKK and briefly Maman Joon
The other day we noted that the “Old BKK/Maman Joon now has pizza slice signs.”
Thanks to Brandon for sending the latest: “Also recently added a neon light sign that says tacos.”
Curious, STAY TUNED.
1834 Columbia Road, NW previously home to Habana Village
“Maison Bar à vins ~summer 25 ~ Adams Morgan”
Thanks to Juliet for sending: (more…)
photos by laura carlson
DC Fire and EMS reports: “Update 2 Alarm fire Unit block Seaton Pl. NW. All visible fire extinguished. Opening up and extinguishing hotspots. Extension to adjacent attached home halted. Anticipating several displacements. Still no injuries reported.
Update 2 Alarm fire unit block Seaton Pl. NW. Attacking fire all floors via interior and working to cut off extension via attics. Still fire in attic and roof of original fire building.”
“Aprox 25 units and 120 personnel on scene. 2 more engines & 2 trucks requested. No initial reports of injuries.” (more…)
“Power to the Patients to Host Gin Blossoms for Special Performance at Congressional Baseball Game Pre-Party
On Wednesday, June 11, the PTTP Congressional Baseball Game Pre-Party with Gin Blossoms will take place at The Bullpen (1201 Half Street, SE) in support of true price transparency in healthcare. The event will run from 5:00-7:00 PM EDT, with doors opening at 4:00 PM EDT and the concert starting at 6:00 PM EDT sharp.”
From an email:
“Alt-rock legends Gin Blossoms are performing a FREE live show tonight, Wednesday, June 11th at The Bullpen — and D.C., you’re invited. (more…)
Thanks to J. for sending from Columbia Heights last night: “ICE protesters are gathered at the fountains and big police presence….”
Another reader writes from Adams Morgan: (more…)
400 Morse Street, NE
Thanks to Adam for sending: “i know there was some speculation a while back about the old palette 22 space in Union market, and rumors that Ten Five was bringing their LA/NY Desert Five Spot concept there… Looks like it’s official!” (more…)
photo by CTB in DC
From the Mayor’s Office:
“The District of Columbia (District), Georgetown University, and the National Park Service announced an agreement regarding the development of property along the Georgetown Waterfront that will complete a decades long effort to realize expanded non-motorized boating activities along the Potomac River in Georgetown, as well as the construction of a Georgetown University Boathouse.
Under the terms of the agreement, Georgetown will donate a parcel of land on the Potomac River to the National Park Service to be added to the boundary of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park. This parcel includes an easement along the Capital Crescent Trail, which would be extinguished when the land is donated. This will allow for uninterrupted use of the trail by the public. (more…)