AG Brian Schwalb shared yesterday:
“NEW: A judge just issued an order fining Empower $25,000 per day until it complies with District law protecting customer safety. (more…)
Transit
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Thanks to Jayson for the updates on 22nd Street, NW construction:
“Last week, workers showed up again and resumed working on the underground work on 22nd street at Q. (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
What’s going on with removing the bus stop at 16th and Q in front of the JCC?”
Another readers sends this odd sight (zoom in): (more…)
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photo by Melpomene Wetzlar
Update: Canceled.
From AlertDC:
“The U.S. Military will conduct a flyover in the NCR, at the Arlington National Cemetary on Friday, January 31, 2025, at 9:15 AM.“
photo by Tim Brown
From WMATA:
“Weekend track work: Buses replace trains between Medical Center and Van Ness on Red Line
On Saturday and Sunday, the Red Line will operate in two segments between Shady Grove and Medical Center and between Van Ness and Glenmont due to track maintenance.
Shuttle buses replace trains between Medical Center and Van Ness.
Crews will be replacing a switch in the area. (more…)
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“View from Metro just leaving DCA at 10:22pm.”
From the FAA:
“A PSA Airlines Bombardier CRJ700 regional jet collided in midair with a Sikorsky H-60 helicopter while on approach to Runway 33 at Reagan Washington National Airport around 9 p.m. local time. PSA was operating as Flight 5342 for American Airlines. It departed from Wichita, Kansas. The FAA and NTSB will investigate. The NTSB will lead the investigation.” (more…)
photo by Phil
From MPD:
“On Sunday, February 2, 2025, the Chinese New Year Parade will take place in the District of Columbia. In conjunction with this event, there will be parking restrictions and street closures that motorists should take into consideration: (more…)
photo by Megan Gamble
Thanks to Megan for sharing: “Took me 45 minutes to get between Gallery Place and Dupont Circle only to have the up escalator broken.”
WMATA reported: “Red Line: Expect major delays in both directions as trains single track between Van Ness and Farragut North because of a cracked rail outside Cleveland Park. Some Shady Grove-bound trains will turn back at Farragut North to minimize train traffic.”
WMATA GM Randy Clarke wrote: (more…)
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via Hopp
From a press release:
“Hopp by Bolt, the global shared mobility platform offering ride-hailing, delivery, car-sharing and micromobility services across 50 countries—has officially launched in the U.S. with its debut in Washington D.C. The company is deploying 720 of its latest electric scooter model across the capital and expects to double its fleet size in the coming months. Hopp will focus on expanding mobility access across the District, with a special emphasis on historically underserved communities. Through its innovative Hopp for All program, qualified low-income residents can initially access free rides for up to 30 minutes, helping to break down financial barriers to transportation and ensure sustainable travel options are accessible to all District residents.
At the heart of Hopp’s launch is the Bolt 6 electric scooter, designed in-house, featuring proprietary technology that sets new standards for urban mobility. Hopp will also be introducing some new features that will enhance safety and overall riding experience, including: (more…)
DC Plates
“Dear PoPville,
(Sunday) morning as I drove over to the Giant on O St there was a plentiful amount of terrible driving happening. Drivers blocking one way roads, blocking bike lanes, driving down the middle of the road. The cherry on top was pulling into the parking garage and finding this. (more…)