“🎶 Better Bus, tell me what’s your function? 🎶 Check out the new bus network— explained in a song!” (more…)
Transit
From WMATA:
“On Saturday June 28 and Sunday June 29, free shuttle buses replace trains between Rhode Island Avenue and Takoma stations. There will be no Red Line service at Fort Totten Station and Brookland-CUA Station. There will be Normal Service frequencies between Shady Grove and Rhode Island Avenue stations and between Takoma and Glenmont stations. (more…)
From DDOT:
Location: North Carolina Avenue SE, East Capitol Street, and Massachusetts Avenue SE from 6th Street SE to 17th Street SE
Event Date: Saturday, June 28th from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Road Closure: Saturday, June 28th from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
For the first time in the program’s history, Open Streets is heading to Capitol Hill! One mile of neighborhood streets will be closed to vehicles to allow people to safely walk, run, bike, and play.
Open Streets will include hourly programmed classes and performances, including live music, yoga, dancing, and more! The event is free and suitable for all ages and abilities. No cars, just people!”
From MPD: (more…)
photo by Josh Bassett
From the office of Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton:
“As ranking member of the House Transportation & Infrastructure Subcommittee on Highways and Transit, Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) today wrote the Comptroller General of the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) requesting that it conduct a comprehensive study on the causes and effects of railway noise pollution. Additionally, Norton asked GAO to propose ways that the federal government can reduce the negative effects of railway noise pollution. The request is similar to a bill Norton reintroduced in April to require the GAO to submit recommendations to Congress on how to reduce train noise and vibrations near homes.
“D.C. residents contact me regularly about the negative impacts train noise and vibrations have on their health, quality of life and even the structural integrity of their homes,” Norton said. “Although trains provide an essential mode of transportation, we can’t simply ignore the harms suffered by those who live near them, which can include structural damage, reduced property values and negative health effects. We must examine whether there are viable, cost-effective ways to mitigate the harms caused by long-term exposure to train noise and vibrations.”
Norton’s letter follows, with personal contact information redacted. (more…)
stock photo from our archives
From MPD:
“The Metropolitan Police Department’s announces the arrest of a suspect in a fatal pedestrian hit and run crash in Northwest.
On Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at approximately 4:15 a.m., Third District officers responded to the intersection of 12th Street and U Street, Northwest for the report of a crash. On scene officers located an adult male lying in the roadway unconscious and not breathing after being struck by a vehicle. (more…)
photo by Erin
WMATA shared last night:
“Rail temperatures reached 135 degrees today, and we had to slow our train speeds. Hotter temperatures are expected throughout the rest of the week, so we thank you for your patience, as we work to keep you as safe as possible.”
photo by Eric P.
From the Office of the DC Attorney General:
“Continuing his focus on holding dangerous drivers accountable for repeated, illegal conduct on DC streets, Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb today announced four new lawsuits, including three lawsuits against Maryland drivers and one lawsuit against a Virginia driver who have amassed more than 1,000 traffic infractions among them. The vast majority of the citations accumulated by the four defendants were for excessive speeding, and in total, the drivers owe the District more than $340,000 in unpaid fines, penalties, and fees. (more…)
photo by Jennifer
Ann asks:
“Would appreciate hearing from folks about Amtrak on-time performance from DC to NYC and back. How long have delays lasted? Should I take a bus instead?”
Some early responses: (more…)
From WMATA:
“Great news for Metrorail customers! Starting Sunday, June 22, Metro is enhancing the travel experience with new service improvements – including longer weekend hours, more frequent Red and Silver Line service during peak times, and new split Silver Line service.
Weekend Hours (more…)
Thanks to Emily for sending above: “Flipped car right off H street. I street and 6th NE. Everyone is okay!”
And thanks to Tristan who also sends a shot a bit closer up: (more…)