The memorial is on Sheridan Circle near Embassy Row and Massachusetts Ave, NW. From Wikipedia:
“On September 21, 1976, Orlando Letelier and Ronni Karpen Moffitt were killed by a car bomb in the circle. Letelier had been foreign minister in the ousted Allende government of Chile. (more…)
lolly asks: “Anyone know what’s happening with llamabar that was supposed to open this summer on 1 M Street SE? Used to be llamabar signage but all signage gone and no signs of llama or juice” (more…)
1214 U Street, NW previously home to Ulah Bistro/Rebel Taco
Back in July we learned about the Chi Cha Lounge miracle. Ed. Note: Last Friday we discussed: What Restaurant/Bar would you bring back from the dead?
The placard at the new Chi Cha says: (more…)
This rental is located at 15th and T Street, NW. The Craigslist ad says: (more…)
1345 Connecticut Ave, NW
Back in April we learned that a Karaoke Bar coming to former Big Hunt space.
The liquor license application for Wok and Roll Bar and Lounge coming here says: (more…)
3213 Mt Pleasant St, NW previously Burritos Fast/Taqueria Los Compadres space.
“Dear PoPville,
Does anyone know what is going on with Taqueria Nacional in Mount P? It’s been closed for almost 2 weeks with no sign or anything.”
another reader writes: “Taqueria Nacional in mt pleasant has brown paper in the windows. they closed down and a new burger spot (more…)
Thanks to Terry for sending this sad scene this morning from the CVS at 14th and Irving St, NW: “Security guard tells me shoplifting happens there every 5 minutes. Shelves empty all over.” (more…)
via google maps
MC reported at 10:11pm “I’ve heard close to 100 gun shots tonight in three incidents all from same direction about 10 minutes apart. Some clearly from automatic weapons. What’s going on in NE DC?”
From MPD: “Shooting Investigation at 14th & Saratoga Ave NE. Lookout for (3) B/M’s in a grey vehicle.”
“Acting Chief Pamela A. Smith provides an update to the homicide that occurred near the intersection of 14th Street and Saratoga Avenue, Northeast.” (more…)
Thanks to SG for sending the District Champagne coming soon signage up at the old West Wing Cafe on 2400 M Street, NW.
Stay tuned for an opening date
From the Old Takoma Business Association:
“The 42nd annual Takoma Park Street Festival will take place on Sunday, October 1st, 2023 from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm and once again will fill the streets of Takoma Park with music, artists and makers, community groups, green companies and great food.
Music: (more…)