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Metro Transit Police reported Monday night:

“MTPD on scene of shooting in bus bay at Congress Heights Stn occurred ~10:11 pm. 2 shot – 14-yo male non-life threatening injury & 17-yo male transported w/critical injuries pronounced deceased at hospital. Investigation ongoing. MPD will take lead as it is now a homicide.”

From MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a homicide that occurred on Monday, January 2, 2023, in the 1200 block of Alabama Avenue, Southeast.

At approximately 10:10 pm, members of the Seventh District responded to the listed location for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, the members located two juvenile male victims suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services responded to the scene and transported the victims to area hospitals. After all life-saving efforts failed, one of the victims was pronounced dead. The second victim is being treated for non-life threatening injuries.

The decedent has been identified as 17-year-old Martez Toney, of Southeast, DC. (more…)



4422 Connecticut Ave, NW

Thanks to Geoff and everyone else who sent word over the weekend:

“I thought you would be interested to know that our beloved Burger King of Connecticut Ave has passed away and shut it’s doors. Please let all Whopper lovers know that our last bastion of flame broiled goodness has served it’s last King meal.”

Joseph writes: (more…)



441 Kennedy Street, NW

The liquor license placard for Golden Flower (Flour?) says:

“New Class “C” Tavern with a Seating Capacity of 25, Total Occupancy Load of 25, and a Sidewalk Café with 10 Seats.”

From an email:

“I am expanding my offerings from only baked goods to a full service Natural, locally sourced, organic when possible bakery/cafe. I will be open daily 7a to 2p and then 5p to 9p weekdays. Saturday and Sundays, 7a to 1p. Possible brunch. All day menu will feature fresh pressed juices and smoothies, and espresso. I have TVs in the dine in area for sports watching. I am an avid sports fanatic. The grand reopening of Golden Flour is a dynamic place of community, coffee, cake, and conversation.

The space will also be available for private rental.”

You can see Golden Flour‘s bakery menu here.


A reader writes: “There was a shooting last night at 14th and Spring. The victim was found in the alley behind Mezcalero. She was awake and alert and looked like she’d survive. I heard she was shot a couple times in the leg. I heard two gunshots then an additional four a couple of seconds later.”

MPD reported: “Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Fourth District seek the public’s assistance in locating suspects in reference to an Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Gun) offense that occurred on Monday, January 2, 2023, in the 1400 block of Spring Road, Northwest.

At approximately 12:08 am, MPD responded to the listed location for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, MPD located an adult female victim suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. The victim was transported to an area hospital for treatment of a non-life-threatening injury.”

And in LeDroit Park, Pete wrote on Monday at 7:25pm: “shootout just now in LeDroit Park.” Other replied: (more…)



5035 Connecticut Ave, NW

Thanks to Noa for passing on the confirmation from Call Your Mother:

“We’re kicking 2023 off with some BIG BABY NEWS. One is at 5035 Connecticut Ave NW and one is in @danielamoreira’s tummy. BOTH COMING SOON. We’re honored to carry on the legacy of our friends at Little Red Fox in a spot that we’ve shared so many beautiful memories. we love you all!!!!”


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