Crime

Multiple Shots Fired Reported In Petworth Last Night, MPD confirms shots fired nearby same location Saturday night

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

Yesterday an ANC Rep asked MPD: “Can you share any information on the sounds of gunfire or shots fired around the 300 block of Delafield on September 5, 2020 around 10pm.”

An MPD Captain replied:

“On Saturday September 5, 2020, at approximately 10:00pm, Fourth District units responded to the 4800 block of 4th ST NW, in reference to a call for sounds gunshots. Upon their arrival they located several shell casing and 1 damaged vehicle. There were no reported injuries at the time.

Anyone with any information is encouraged to call MPD on 202-727-9099.”

Last night a reader tweeted us at 12:52 AM (technically Wed. morning):

“Over 15 shots just heard around 5th and Delafield NW”

Updates when/if more is known about that incident.

Medical

September 8 Coronavirus Data Posted: 14,387

By Prince Of Petworth


explore data here

Ed. Note: Yesterday there were 14,362 total positives.

From the Mayor’s Office:

“The District’s reported data for Tuesday, September 8, 2020 includes 25 new positive coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, bringing the District’s overall positive case total to 14,387.

The District reported four additional COVID-19 related deaths.

· 63-year-old female
· 74-year-old female
· 83-year-old female
· 95-year-old female

Tragically, 615 District residents have lost their lives due to COVID-19.

The community spread chart is subject to fluctuation because the data is based on symptom onset date. As national demand for testing increases and results take longer to come back in DC and across the country, DC Health has identified a need to increase the reporting lag time by four days to reduce volatility in the data. The most recent data reflects an increase in community spread. To ensure this graph accurately reflects the most recent data, the community spread count is being paused as these adjustments are made.” (more…)

Logan Circle

Buffalo Exchange permanently closed on 14th Street

By Prince Of Petworth


1318 14th Street, NW via Buffalo Exchange

Buffalo Exchange opened their first D.C. location in Logan Circle back in 2012. Thanks to Maddy for passing on the sad news that this location has permanently closed.

From Buffalo Exchange:

“Following the impact of COVID-19 on our business, we had to make the sad decision to close our Washington, DC location, effective September 8.”

Updates when we learn what becomes of the space.

Sponsored

DC Open House List for This Weekend: May 8, 2026

By Marcus Correll

This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.

3214 Sherman Ave NW
3214 Sherman Ave NW

Mother’s Day weekend is shaping up to be a great one for DC homebuyers. With 315+ open houses scheduled across the District, there’s no shortage of opportunities to explore what’s on the market—and the good news is that the majority of showings are happening on Saturday, leaving your Sunday free for brunches, flowers, and family celebrations. To see the full DC Open House list, click here.

  • 3214 Sherman Ave NW — $999,000 — Columbia Heights
    Open Sat. & Sun. 2-4PM — Steve Gaich
    “Own a Piece of DC’s Most Sought-After Neighborhood — With income potential built right in! Columbia Heights doesn’t just have character — it is character. And 3214 Sherman Avenue NW sits at the heart of it all: a strikingly handsome period townhouse that pairs a jaw-dropping original exterior with a renovated, light-filled contemporary interior. This is the rare home that delivers everything — history, style, flexibility, and one of the best locations in the city.”
  • 1024 Cook Dr SE — $750,000 — Randle Heights
    Open Sat. & Sun. 12-3PM — Brendan Mullenholz
    “Enjoy suburban style living with the convenience of city access in this rarely available Craftsman home in Asheford Court. Built in 2016, this charming 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers a bright, open layout with an easy flow from the front sitting area to the spacious family room and into the sun-filled kitchen. Step outside from the kitchen into the backyard featuring trees for shade privacy and plenty of space for entertaining.”
  • 1310 Delafield Pl NW — $1,150,000 — 16th St Heights
    Open Sat. & Sun. 2-4PM — Jen Goroff
    “Rarely available Victorian-style detached single-family home in the sought-after Sixteenth Street Heights neighborhood of NW Washington, DC. This stately 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath residence blends timeless character with generous living space and classic architectural details.”
  • 612 4th Pl SW — $1,180,000 — Southwest Waterfront
    Open Sun. 2-4PM — Jason Skipworth
    “Welcome home to 612 4th Place SW, luxury townhome living at the Southwest Waterfront neighborhood. 612 4th Place SW is just steps from The Wharf, DC’s newest and hottest waterfront community. Features 4-bedrooms & 3.5-bathrooms, and 2,400 sq. ft. spread out over 3 levels.”

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DC Government

“The funds will allow the District to offer an additional unemployment compensation benefit of $300 per week to eligible unemployment insurance recipients.”

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by Diane Krauthamer

From the Mayor’s Office last night:

“Mayor Muriel Bowser and the District of Columbia Department of Employment Services (DOES) announced approval of the District’s application to participate in the Lost Wages Assistance (LWA) Program, which was created in response to the expiration of the Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation (FPUC) $600 weekly benefit in July.

The funds will allow the District to offer an additional unemployment compensation benefit of $300 per week to eligible unemployment insurance recipients. To be eligible for this benefit, individuals must have a weekly benefit amount of at least $100 per week from an approved unemployment compensation program and must certify that they are unemployed or partially unemployed due to disruptions caused by COVID-19. Payments would be retroactive to August 1, 2020 and the District expects recipients will start receiving payments by the first week of October. (more…)

Announcement

The Most Parisian Evening in Washington D.C. at the French Embassy 🇫🇷

By French American Chamber of Commerce

🗼 The Most Parisian Evening in Washington D.C.

You’re invited to one of the most exclusive evenings Washington D.C. has ever seen, a night where the Embassy of France transforms into the heart of Paris. Midnight in Paris blends French elegance, world-class gastronomy, and unforgettable energy, without leaving D.C. Not just an event. An experience reserved for those who appreciate the finest things in life.

Go to The Most Parisian Evening in Washington D.C. at the French Embassy 🇫🇷 Read more
memorial

About That Light Beam Last Night

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by Dr J

Got tons of queries, understandably, about this last night starting around 9pm:

“anyone else send you pics of this huge beam of light that appears to be coming from the Pentagon?”

“Spotlight pointed straight into the sky near Pentagon City Metro with a chopper in the distance. Anyone know what’s going on?”

Fox5 reported that it was a practice for:

“This Wednesday, the Tunnel to Towers Foundation will illuminate its ‘Towers of Light’ tribute next to the Pentagon in honor of the lives lost in Flight 77 there on September 11, 2001.”

More photos: (more…)

Crime

Shooting Homicide in the 600 block of N Street, NW around 9:30pm

By Prince Of Petworth


N Street, NW between 6th and 7th. Photo by MJ

Ed. Note: On Tuesday we reported: “Shots fired on 400 Block of N Street NW – 2nd night in a row!”.

You can follow @PoPville on twitter if interested in getting the real time reports.

A reader reported:

“I’m at 7th and O St. and heard about 5-7 shots shortly after 9:20pm. Several police cars, ambulances and a fire truck are responding on 7th and possibly N/M Streets but I can’t exactly see where. An ambulance that had arrived left the scene around 9:35.”

and “Uncertain what I heard just now but I think it was 10-15 shots in rapid succession between 4th & 5th on M/N St NW”

and this morning: “The victim was pronounced dead at the hospital. 7th and N ST NW”


from 7th and O Street, NW. Photo by Tim

From MPD around 10pm: (more…)

Rant/Revel

Random Reader Rant and/or Revel

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by Miki Jourdan

You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life in D.C.

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Capitol Hill

“Peregrine Espresso Celebrates Twelve Year Anniversary with Free Coffee” Wednesday (9/9)

By Prince Of Petworth


660 Pennsylvania Ave, SE courtesy Peregrine

From Peregrine:

“This week, Peregrine Espresso marks twelve years of serving fine coffee to the residents of the District of Columbia. To celebrate this milestone, all Peregrine Espresso locations will be serving complimentary drip and iced coffee all day Wednesday, September 9. (more…)

gardening

Great Garden Haul Vol. 35

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to Nikki for sending:

“The largest of the cushaw squashes this year in Greenbelt, pictured with a nickel for scale. Not shown are the tomatillos, basil, hot peppers, purple yams, and garlic chives, most of which are also post-Labor Day.”

Entries for 2020 garden hauls are now closed. Thanks to all who entered. We’ll be continuing to publish all entries we received through Labor Day. The 2021 garden haul competition will launch around May!

Mount Vernon Squangle

L’Ardente coming to 200 Mass Ave, NW in 2021

By Prince Of Petworth


200 Massachusetts Avenue, NW

L’Ardente, “Glam Italian. Early 2021.” Thanks to Dylan for letting us know.

Eat DC tweets: “.@lardentedc, a 9,000 sq ft “glam Italian” restaurant from the @uncondiner team is opening early next year at @CapitolCrossing. A 16,500 sq ft food hall rumored to be from the Politan Group (St. Roch in NO & others) is planned for the rest of the retail space at 200 Mass Ave NW.” (more…)

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