From a press release:

“The DC Funk Parade is BACK in Festival format on Saturday, August 6th, 2022 from 11 AM to 5 PM! Originally slated for Saturday, May 7th, 2022, this historic 8th Annual DC music celebration was previously postponed due to poor weather conditions. The event’s producer, The MusicianShip, is eager for all District residents & visitors to usher in the much anticipated in-person return to the U Street corridor amplified by the local music scene and bustling businesses to the rich music history that many refer to as Black Broadway. (more…)


From MPD:

“Shooting investigation. The 3rd District is currently investigating a shooting that occurred at 0345 hours on the 2000 14th Street, NW. No lookout at this time.

Anyone with information on this can provide the information as an anonymous. tip by calling 202-727-9099 or by text at 50411″

Ed. Note: One reader reports hearing around 10 shots fired.

From LeDroit Park around 5:30pm: (more…)



1926 14th Street, NW

Ed. Note: Nama 14 has had an outpost inside of Tico on 14th Street since December 2020.

Big news from Tico:

“On behalf of Tico and the entire Schlow Restaurant Group family, thank you Washington, D.C. for eight wonderful years of patronage, celebration and generosity. When Tico opened in 2014, we joined a welcoming and dynamic community that we have grown to love. (more…)


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