Thanks to Natalie for sending the wild shot above from Dupont Circle.
And thanks to Mara for sending the crazy shots below: “Huge tree blocking off northern most spoke of Dupont Circle this morning. Maybe it got struck by lightning? You hate to see it.”
From Alert DC: (more…)
photo by CTB in DC
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Thanks to Tom for the Connecticut Avenue Deckover update, just north of Dupont Circle: “Concrete pouring/paving to begin soon on CT Ave cover/lid. The “Bidwell 4800” tool has arrived and it’s on its rails/track.” (more…)
This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.
A mid-century retreat on the edge of Rock Creek Park—with a rare chance to buy the two lots next door: 1840 Primrose Rd NW
One-third acre bordering Rock Creek Park
Vaulted ceilings and walls of glass
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Room for a pool or sport court
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Other Notable Fresh Listings:
The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a 9BR/9.5BA French-style estate on more than an acre in Wesley Heights, with over 15,000 square feet of living space, a swimming pool, pool house, and sweeping private grounds—all for $19M.
“A beautifully updated detached single-family home offering exceptional space, character, and outdoor living in sought-after AU Park. This home features a large fenced backyard, rear patio, private upper-level deck, and detached one-car garage—all just minutes from Tenleytown, Janney & Deal schools, Metro, shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences.”
“Built in 2021, this Brookland townhome is one of the largest models in the neighborhood. The first floor has a bedroom, full bath, and family room that opens to a private fenced backyard, which is a genuine rarity in the neighborhood.”
Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week is a “newly renovated three bedroom home” that “blends modern comfort with loads of charm—all nestled on a quiet neighborhood with easy access to downtown DC” and offers “a fully-finished lower-level (that) features a bedroom as well as a full bathroom, laundry area, and additional living room space.”
Thanks to LM for sending this beautiful shot from 18th and T Street, NW.
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Vincent Vassal, Image of the Congressional Cemetery Swamp White Oak, 2026
From Congressional Cemetery (1801 E Street, SE):
“Historic Congressional Cemetery has achieved Level I Arboretum Accreditation through ArbNet, formally recognizing its commitment to tree stewardship, biodiversity, conservation, and public engagement. At the heart of the initiative is Congressional Cemetery’s signature Tree Walk, which invites visitors to explore more than 25 species in Washington’s Hill East neighborhood—an urban green space where history, nature, and community intersect.
The arboretum designation builds on a tradition that dates to the cemetery’s earliest days. (more…)
The Washington D.C. Pancakes & Booze Art Show
D.C.’s premier underground art event returns to Penn Social for a night of high-energy culture and local talent. We’re stripping away the traditional “white-cube” gallery pretense and replacing it with a raw, high-density experience that brings together over 150+ local artists for one night only.
2nd Street and D Street, SE
“Dear PoPville,
The never-ending saga of the Folger Park restoration continues. Today (Wed.), they are ripping up the asphalt that was recently installed to replace the old crushed stone paths. Will the Park ever re-open?” (more…)
2300 block of Georgia Ave, NW
From MPD:
“The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is seeking the community’s assistance in identifying the suspect in a shooting that occurred in Northwest.
On Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at approximately 9:15 p.m., the suspect approached the victim in the 2300 block of Georgia Avenue, Northwest. The suspect brandished a gun, shot the victim, and then fled the scene. The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.
The suspect was captured by security cameras and can be seen in the attached photos. (more…)
From a press release:
“US Ignite, the District Department of Transportation (DDOT), and Southwest Business Improvement District (SWBID) are excited to announce AIWaysion as the winner of the Autonomous Vehicle Observation (AVO) Zone Challenge.
AIWaysion, in partnership with Parsons Corporation, will deploy its Mobile Unit for Sensing Traffic (MUST) to help DDOT independently observe and analyze autonomous vehicle operations in real-world, mixed urban traffic. The Edge AI roadside sensing system uses computer vision to detect and track autonomous vehicles, generate high-resolution trajectory data, and produce configurable traffic behavior analytics. Scheduled to begin in January 2027, the pilot will be part of one of the nation’s first municipal efforts to build an independent, data-driven understanding of how AVs operate on public streets.
The AVO Zone Challenge was designed to identify and pilot innovative solutions that enable DDOT to detect, monitor, and analyze the impact of autonomous vehicle (AV) operations in Washington, DC. Supported by academic partners The George Washington University and the University of Washington, the initiative will help equip DDOT with tools and data insights to better understand how AVs interact within a bustling multimodal transportation environment as emerging transportation technologies continue to evolve. (more…)
1787 Columbia Road, NW at opening
SOLELUNA shared the following note earlier this week about gave me and about half my feed a heart attack: (more…)
5405 Georgia Avenue, NW
From our friends at Neptune Room (5405 Georgia Avenue, NW):
“Banh Mi Pop Up Thursdays from 6 – 9pm (weekly.) Regular menu would be pork, chicken or tofu Banh Mi and egg rolls as well as occasional specials. (more…)