Chevy Chase

“Police investigating 8am gunshot in Chevy Chase” Update: Arrests Made and Details Released

By Prince Of Petworth

A reader reports: “Police investigating gun shot heard on 3200 block of Morrison Street, NW around 8 am today; highly unusual in Chevy Chase DC yet sadly, too common in the city. Have not heard of any injuries. Reports of suspect seen running in alley; captured on home video surveillance; search helicopter seen. Police still on scene.”

UPDATE from MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Second District announce an arrest has been made in an Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Gun) offense that occurred on Thursday, July 15, 2021, in the 3200 block of Morrison Street, Northwest.

At approximately 7:08 am, two subjects were involved in a traffic accident at the listed location. After the accident, the driver of the striking vehicle fled the scene on foot. A male suspect who had been operating an uninvolved vehicle, gave chase, brandished a handgun and fired at the driver of the striking vehicle. The driver of the striking vehicle then fled the scene but was apprehended by members of the US Secret Service. No injuries were reported. (more…)

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DC Open House List for This Weekend: April 17, 2026

By Marcus Correll

This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.

DC Open House List for This Weekend: April 17, 2026

3811 Suitland Rd SE
3811 Suitland Rd SE

Spring (while feeling like summer) is in full bloom across the District, and with 430+ open houses happening citywide this weekend, there’s no better time to lace up your walking shoes and tour in person. Whether you’re hunting for your first condo or a forever home, the neighborhoods are looking their best. To see the full DC Open House list, click here. (more…)

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metro

“Metro proposes suspensions for offenders of sex and weapons related crimes”

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Victoria Pickering

From WMATA:

“The Metro Board of Directors Safety and Operations Committee today approved a proposal to suspend access to Metrorail and Metrobus for those arrested for sex and weapons related offenses on the system. The full Board is expected to vote on the proposal at an upcoming meeting.

Transit agencies around the country have successfully implemented similar rules, such as LA Metro, San Francisco’s BART, Dallas’s DART and Atlanta’s MARTA. Metro developed its proposal taking those best practices into account.

Health and safety concerns are top of mind as the region recovers from the pandemic, and this proposal would give Metro an additional tool to ensure customers and employees are as safe as possible.

Currently, those arrested on Metro for sex or weapons related charges are often released on the same day pending a court date. (more…)

Logan Circle

Looks Like New Vegas Lounge is getting spruced up

By Prince Of Petworth


1415 P Street, NW

Thanks to Tom and Michael for sending: “I saw the sign and paint come down on the New Vegas Lounge — after 50 years, is she done??”

I don’t think so, more likely just a bit of a sprucing up. I say this because their website is still live (“OPEN FRIDAY & SATURDAY 9:00 PM DOORS”), their phone works (though it went to voicemail when I called), they posted to their Instagram and Facebook, a few days ago.

So I’m guessing they’re just going with a new paint job. Stay tuned.

BikeDC

Learn More About the 9th Street, NW Protected Bike Lane Plans “a significant new low-stress bicycling route and a safer street for all users”

By Prince Of Petworth


rendering via DDOT

From DDOT:

“The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) will host a public meeting to present information on the 9th Street NW protected bike lane project. DDOT will be sharing with the community details on the design, impacts, and the exciting opportunity this project presents to create a significant new low-stress bicycling route and a safer street for all users.

WHAT: DDOT Virtual Open House for 9th Street NW Protected Bike Lane Project
WHEN: July 29, 2021
TIME: 4 PM to 7 PM

TO PARTICIPATE IN THE MEETING: (more…)

Rant/Revel

Random Reader Rant and/or Revel

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by Elvert Barnes

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fire

I’m not saying we should freak out immediately but

By Prince Of Petworth


1601 14th Street, NW

Update from Le Diplomate last night on IG:

“We unfortunately have to cut our Bastille Day festivities short today due to an issue at the restaurant. MERCI, MERCI to everyone who came out and celebrated with us this weekend and today!

We are closed for the evening and will share more information soon as to when we will resume with regular service. We apologize for any inconvenience!”

Thanks to Morgan (and everyone else) for sending: “kitchen fire at Le Diplomate”

From DC Fire & EMS: “Final Update: Box Alarm / 1600 block of 14th Street NW – Small Fire in the walls knocked down – no extension” (more…)

Brightwood Park

ANXO “Florida Ave’s Final Week + Brightwood Pizza & Fresh New Beers”

By Prince Of Petworth

From ANXO:

“After 5 amazing years of service, the time has finally come for us to say goodbye to our beloved Truxton Circle Neighborhood. When we shut the lights and lock the doors on Sunday night, that will mark the end of this chapter in the ANXO story. Sooo, what does this all mean? We need each and every one of you, that have become family to us, to come in for one (or more) last hurrah(s)! Help us celebrate our 5 year anniversary and make some final memories in this amazing space. (more…)

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