John Marshall Park. 500 block of Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Last week we were surprised to see the tent removed from the Mall. Thanks to Mike for sending on Friday next to the Canadian Embassy on Pennsylvania Ave, NW near the old Newseum. (more…)
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From MPD:
“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a homicide that occurred on Saturday, January 9, 2021, in the Unit block of Florida Avenue, Northeast.
At approximately 5:28 pm, members of the Fifth District responded to the listed location for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, members located a juvenile male victim, inside of an establishment, suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services responded to the scene and determined the victim displayed no signs consistent with life. The victim remained on the scene until being transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
The decedent has been identified as 17 year-old Omari Dunn, of Northwest, DC. (more…)
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From the Office of the Mayor:
“January 9, 2021
The Honorable Chad F. Wolf
Acting Secretary
United States Department of Homeland Security
Washington, DC 20528
Dear Acting Secretary Wolf:
Following the unprecedented terrorist attack on the United States Capitol on Wednesday, January 6, 2021, and the continued threat of related violence in the District of Columbia, we are extremely concerned about the upcoming National Special Security Event (NSSE) led by the United States Secret Service. We believe strongly that the 59th Presidential Inauguration on January 20 will require a very different approach than previous inaugurations given the chaos, injury, and death experienced at the United States Capitol during the insurrection. While I will be reaching out to a broad range of local, regional, and federal partners to enhance cooperation among our bodies, I strongly urge the United States Department of Homeland Security to adjust its approach to the Inauguration in several specific ways. (more…)
Pop Star Playbook is an inclusive, six-week, high-energy singing and dancing class created for adults and teens (18+) with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Participants pick their favorite pop artists — Britney, Taylor, BTS, whoever they’ve been belting out in the car — and spend six Wednesdays working on songs, choreography, and stage presence with ArtStream’s teaching artists. Every skill level is welcome, and the class is built so every learner feels supported and celebrated. Sing or dance or both!
Details:
When: 6 Wednesdays, May 20 – June 24, 2026, 7:30–9:00 PM
Where: Edlavitch DC Jewish Community Center, 1529 16th St NW, near Dupont Circle Metro.
Who: Autistic adults and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, 18+, all experience levels welcome
Partial and full scholarships are available, and anyone who signs up with a friend gets 50% off using code FRIEND.
Register at art-stream.org/classes or email [email protected] with questions.
Photo by Miki Jourdan
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Yesterday there were 31,457 total positives.
explore all the official D.C. data here
From the Mayor’s Office:
“The District’s reported data for Saturday, January 9, 2021 includes 334 new positive coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, bringing the District’s overall positive case total to 31,791.
The District reported that four additional residents lost their lives due to COVID-19.
· 66-year-old female
· 68-year-old male
· 84-year-old male
· 89-year-old female
Tragically, 817 District residents have lost their lives due to COVID-19.
Below is a summary of the District’s current ReOpening Metrics.” (more…)
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Artemis II and Beyond,” on how the recent space mission fits into long-term plans for the Moon, with Michael J. Neufeld, retired senior curator for the Space History Department of the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum.
NASA’s recent, spectacular Artemis II mission is a sign that the United States is serious about sending humans to the Moon again.
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From MPD:
“On Saturday, January 9, 2021, at approximately 6:55 PM, an unknown black male dressed in all black riding a bicycle was observed discharging a weapon in 300 block of Upshur Street NW in the alley. Anyone with information or video is asked to contact the Metropolitan Police Department on 202-727-9099 or TEXT 50411.”
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Yesterday there were 31,107 total positives.
explore all the official D.C. data here
From the Mayor’s Office:
“The District’s reported data for Friday, January 8, 2021 includes 350 new positive coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, bringing the District’s overall positive case total to 31,457.
The District reported four additional residents lost their life due to COVID-19.
64-year-old female
66-year-old male
75-year-old male
86-year-old male
Tragically, 813 District residents have lost their lives due to COVID-19.
Below is a summary of the District’s current ReOpening Metrics.” (more…)
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*Ed. Note: Riot.
From the U.S. Attorney Office District of Columbia:
“Today, Acting U.S. Attorney Michael Sherwin for the District of Columbia announced charges against an Alabama man that include one count of unlawful possession of a destructive device, and one count of carrying a pistol without a license.
Lonnie Leroy Coffman, 70, of Falkville, Alabama, was arrested yesterday and charged in a criminal complaint filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia. Coffman remains in custody pending a detention hearing scheduled for Tuesday, January 12.
As alleged in the Complaint, on January 6, U.S. Capitol Police (USCP) officers responded to reports of possible explosive devices in the area around the United States Capitol. In the course of conducting a protective sweep of the area, officers observed the handle of what appeared to be a firearm on the front right passenger seat of a red pickup truck with Alabama tags. A law enforcement database check of the vehicle registration revealed that the vehicle was registered to Lonnie L. Coffman with a home address in Falkville, Alabama. USCP Bomb Squad members subsequently searched the vehicle and secured one black handgun, one M4 Carbine assault rifle along with rifle magazines loaded with ammunition, and components for the construction of eleven “Molotov Cocktails” in the form of mason jars filled with ignitable substances, rags, and lighters. (more…)
14th and Fairmont St, NW
Readers started reporting just around 4:15pm: “Think we just had the fourth shooting in 24 hours. 14th between Euclid & Fairmont”
“Maybe 14 gunshots just rang out around 4:17. Along 14th and Euclid roughly.”
“About 15-20 gunshots fired in Columbia Heights – heard near 14th & Euclid. Sirens blaring w/in mins.” (more…)
14th and P Street, NW
This is the former Dolcezza space and Mid City Deli back in the day. No exact date listed yet but coming soon: (more…)