Georgia and New Hampshire Ave, NW
Reader reports around 9:15pm Saturday night: “Lotta cops milling around. And the scene was taped off from the tip down there and way up NH. You could not exit right onto the NH side. And they bad a car parked at Quincy so no southbound traffic on NH could pass.”
From AlertDC: “Alert: MPD Units are investigating a Shooting in the 3700 block of NEW HAMPSHIRE AVE NW
Lookout for a Black sedan occupied 2x.”
Updates if/when more is learned.
photo from the PoPville archives March 23, 2010
We had the pleasure of speaking with Mr. Nelson back in 2010: Meet Uzikee Nelson – One of DC’s Greatest Artists
Thanks to a reader for passing on the sad news from Councilmember Janeese Lewis George:
“I’m deeply saddened by the passing of Allen “Uzikee” Nelson, a visionary sculptor whose monumental work honoring Black history, culture, and liberation has left an indelible mark across DC.
Here in Ward 4, his powerful sculpture “Here I Stand, In the Spirit of Paul Robeson” has become part of the fabric of Petworth and a lasting reminder of the strength, dignity, and courage of our people. Across our city, (more…)
Thanks to all who messaged/emailed us about the huge police presence by the Petworth Metro last night. MPD tells me:
“On Thursday, September 17, 2026, at approximately 6:05 p.m., Fourth District officers responded to the 3700 block of New Hampshire Avenue, Northwest, for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located two adult males, both conscious and breathing, suffering from gunshot wounds. (more…)
4600 block 9th Street, NW
Thanks to a reader for passing on the GoFundMe to:
“Support the Troxler Family as they recover from a fire
For more than three decades, Sylvester Troxler Sr. has been a vital presence in his Petworth neighborhood, extending a warm welcome to family, friends and neighbors with a spirit of generosity that is increasingly rare. In a city frequently burdened by political and personal stress, Mr. Troxler and his beloved late wife, Kathleen Troxler, consistently offered a sense of calm, kindness and steadfastness. It was not uncommon to see Mr. Troxler tending to his garden or mowing his lawn, and often those of his neighbors, without seeking anything in return. He consistently demonstrates a friendly demeanor, always ready to offer an encouraging word or lend an ear to the neighborhood children as they discuss their sports activities.
On Monday, August 3, Mr. Troxler, his son and granddaughter, experienced a profound loss when their house was engulfed in flames. (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
Still completely insane. This is for a one bedroom (Adams Morgan) space with two circuits and no central AC. (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
On Tuesday what at first appeared to be a flock camera has been installed outside my building at the corner of Randolph and 13th NW. It looks like it may actually be a Miovision Scout Plus – one of the temporary traffic counters the city uses to count cars, bikes and other traffic for engineering studies – rather than a new Flock police camera. (more…)
via google maps
From AlertDC Tuesday night around 9:15pm:
“Alert: MPD Units are investigating a Armed Carjacking at Taylor Street and 7th Street, NW. Lookout for is for (3) suspects, 15-17 years old, (more…)
around 7th and Upshur Street, NW
Trees are still falling after Thursday’s storm!! This one was sent to us on Sunday morning from Petworth just demolishing backyard fences: (more…)
808 Upshur Street, NW
Thanks to Z. for sending the notice posted next door to Room 808 at 806 Upshur Street, NW: (more…)
3900 Georgia Ave, NW
“Dear PoPville,
I was excited to return to the shiny new Petworth Wendy’s but I sure won’t be returning. I arrived around 8:00 p.m. Sunday. There were 10 or so people at the counter awaiting their food when I ordered my chicken sandwich at the kiosk. About 10 minutes later, (more…)