Thanks to Daniel for sending: “From the lidl in Columbia heights, nothing posted on their website but this on the door.”
I’m hearing there is a “deep cleaning” going on but not details on why and how long it will take. Stay tuned.
And earlier this morning a few folks were asking about the giant police presence around 14th and Girard Street, NW: (more…)
Update from MPD:
“The Metropolitan Police Department announces the arrest of a suspect involved in a fatal shooting that occurred in Northwest.
On Saturday, October 4, 2025, at approximately 12:34 a.m., Third District officers responded for a report of a shooting in the 1400 block of Clifton Street, Northwest. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male, unconscious and not breathing, suffering from a gunshot wound. DC Fire and EMS responded to the scene and after finding no signs consistent with life, the victim was pronounced dead.
The victim has been identified as 26-year-old Jerome Myles, of Northwest, DC.
Responding officers observed two suspects fleeing the scene and entering a nearby apartment building. Homicide Branch detectives responded to the scene, and following multiple emergency search warrants, one of the suspects was located and placed under arrest. 35-year-old Antone Whitaker of Northeast, DC, was charged with First Degree Murder While Armed.
The second suspect is still being sought. Anyone who has knowledge of this incident should take no action but call police at (202) 727-9099 or text your tip to the Department’s TEXT TIP LINE at 50411.”
“Dear PoPville, (more…)
3306 14th Street, NW
Earlier this week we noted that it was Time to Play Temporarily Closed or “Temporarily” Closed for this Fast Casual Chain in Columbia Heights.
Alas, Subway auctioned everything off here…
Updates when we learn what becomes of the space.
Thanks to A. for sending this, uh, interesting parking note from your neighbor in Columbia Heights: (more…)
3306 14th Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Probably doesn’t rise to the level of multiple Starbucks closing, but my Subway just closed in CoHi, and Subway is my everything. 😭”
But wait!! Google says: (more…)
1326 Park Road, NW
“Dear PoPville,
We went to El Rinconcito 2 on Friday and it was packed. The family who owns it was overjoyed and wrote a lovely message in thanks:
“We are very grateful and want everyone to know that we have seen a lot of love from our neighbors this week. Thank you so much.” (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
Check out a new effort by neighbors in Columbia Heights to support local businesses that have been impacted by the federal takeover. Every Tuesday for the remainder of September and October, we’re celebrating #HeightsNight and asking folks to shop and eat local to support their community businesses. (more…)
via google maps
From MPD:
“The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating a fatal pedestrian crash in Northwest.
On Friday, September 19, 2025, at approximately 8:48 a.m., Third District officers responded to the intersection of 13th Street and Harvard Street, Northwest, for the report of a traffic crash involving a pedestrian. Upon arrival, officers located an adult female, unconscious and not breathing, suffering from injuries after being struck by a vehicle. DC Fire and EMS responded to the scene and transported the victim to a local hospital, where after all lifesaving efforts failed, the victim was pronounced dead.
The decedent has been identified as 61-year-old Rosa Cabezas of Southeast, D.C.
The preliminary investigation revealed (more…)
photo by Ted Eytan
“Join us in celebrating 20 years of the H Street Festival! 🎉 Happening Saturday, September 20th, this milestone anniversary is one you won’t want to miss. Come enjoy incredible food, music, and community with us right here on H Street.”
From MPD:
“On Saturday, September 20, 2025, the H Street Festival will take place in the District of Columbia. In conjunction with this event, there will be extensive street closures and parking restrictions that motorists should take into consideration: (more…)
Not as full as usual but vendors are returning: (more…)