“Dear PoPville,
Lately I have had to take the 42/43 buses downtown for a job that requires me to be absolutely punctual. The first day I was caught off-guard and was nearly late because I was unaware that there is a
change of drivers at Farragut Square at 8:45am. Several times my bus has been delayed because the driver was not present when we arrived. (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
around 10 am Thursday morning. This car careened onto the sidewalk in front of the apartment building in Eckington at 1501 Harry Thomas Way NE. (more…)
From DDOT:
“DC Circulator Service to End Dec. 31, Riders Encouraged to Seek Alternate Routes with Metro
The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) announces the final days of operation for the DC Circulator. After December 31, 2024, the service will officially cease operations. After this date, DC Circulator service will no longer be available, and riders are encouraged to seek alternate routes with WMATA’s Metrobus service. (more…)
Thanks to S. for sending: “52 headed north… gotta bring your globe!”
From WMATA:
“Between Friday, Dec. 20 and Monday, Dec. 30, Metro will alter train service and close some downtown stations as part of a major construction project to improve tracks and signaling, which will result in a smoother ride for customers. During this period, free shuttle buses will replace trains in between affected stations. Shuttles will use the existing bus lanes on H and I streets to speed travel. (more…)
4300 block of Connecticut Ave, NW
Thanks to Ann for sending early Sunday morning:
“A little one-car, upside-down action at zero dark thirty this morning. Connecticut Ave / Van Ness. 🙃”
It had been 29 days since our last flipped car.
Insert your pro/con bike lane Connecticut Avenue comment/or reflexive irrelevant scooter comment, below, based on your political persuasion/age/years in DC etc.
“Dear PoPville,
Any idea why four fighter jets are doing laps right now? I’m in Takoma Park and they just did the fifth pass, heading northwest…” (more…)
From WMATA:
“For the first time in 15 years, Metro trains will operate in automatic mode, a move that allows the system to operate as it was originally designed. Automatic Train Operation (ATO) controls the trains’ acceleration, deceleration, and speed while being regulated by safety critical equipment. Trains will get signal and speed commands from equipment located between the tracks for a smoother ride, enhanced safety, and improved on-time performance. Metro will operate in a semi-automated mode with a train operator always inside of the operator’s cab. (more…)
via Metro Transit Police
Metro Transit Police reported just before noon today:
“MTPD arrests suspect armed with loaded shotgun aboard an X2 route bus. (more…)
