2100 block of 14th Street, NW
Thanks to Nathaniel for sharing the photo above with us around 9:40pm Wednesday night:
“Police stopping people on 14th Street in Northwest DC as a crowd of onlookers chant in opposition.”
Another reader sends a photo from 14th and W Street, NW said to have started around 9:10pm: (more…)
1406 Florida Ave, NW
UPDATE: Do you believe in miracles? Readers report DC Tacos & Wings still open!
Thanks to Craig (PuckBuddys) for sharing:
“A longtime favorite of mine, DC Tacos & Wings (née Pica Taco), on Florida Avenue NW at 14th, appears closed, website is down, too.” (more…)
Thanks to Jeff for sending last night (Friday) around 9:20pm:
“Huge power outage! This happened out front by St Augustine’s church (1419 V Street, NW.) Manholes blew off as is so often the case. Cops and Pepco crews out front.” (more…)
From MPD:
“The Metropolitan Police Department is providing an update on the enforcement of the second Juvenile Curfew Zone, which concluded Sunday night.
The Juvenile Curfew Zone went into effect at 8:00 p.m. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings. Each night, members of the Third District engaged youth gathered in public areas within the zone and gained voluntary compliance. No violations or arrests occurred during the hours of the Juvenile Curfew Zone.
Groups of juveniles gathered in and around the zone after Extended Curfew hours. A total of 17 curfew stops were made (more…)
From MPD:
“Chief of Police Pamela A. Smith has announced the establishment of a Juvenile Curfew Zone in the U Street corridor.
The Juvenile Curfew Emergency Amendment Act of 2025 gives the Chief of the Metropolitan Police Department the authority to order a Juvenile Curfew Zone in an area where large groups of youths are gathering or intend to gather in a manner that poses a risk of substantial harm to public safety.
The perimeter of the U Street Corridor Juvenile Curfew Zone is as follows: (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
I’m curious if you got any other shooting reports from around U Street, NW on this past Saturday night/Sunday am. We didn’t see anything reported, but heard a barrage of gun shots at 1:30, 2, and 3am on Sunday early am. Over 30-40 shots fired. One of which went through our living room. (more…)
1115 U Street, NW
From a press release:
“Global cannabis and lifestyle brand Cookies is bringing its signature strains and style to the nation’s capital with the grand opening of Cookies DC on Friday, July 11, 2025 at 4 PM at 1115 U Street NW. The highly anticipated celebration will include live performances, food trucks, exclusive swag, and a headline set by the DMV’s own Noochie, performing Live from Cookies on U. (more…)
Thanks to Noa for passing on from Ben’s:
“Ben’s Chili Bowl U Street will temporarily close its doors at midnight on Monday, July 14th, 2025, for essential repairs and upgrades. The closure is expected to last four months, with a Grand Reopening planned for November 2025. This marks the first major repair to the historic building in over six decades. The updates will focus on preserving the integrity and heritage of the beloved space while ensuring that it remains a welcoming and safe gathering place for future generations. (more…)
11th and U Street, NW
Thanks to Lauri for sending the “non payment of rent” notice posted at Harlot DC.
Harlot DC opened in the old Bohemian Caverns space back in 2019.
Updates when we learn what becomes of the space.
First up will be 1248 H Street, NE in the old Hiraya space.
After that will be U Street, NW – any guesses where exactly? (more…)