
Thanks to Amanda for sharing:
“The storm that rolled through DC just now created this havoc on Connecticut Avenue between Brandywine and Chesapeake. The Tesla appears to be stuck, but it doesn’t seem like anyone is hurt.”

Thanks to Amanda for sharing:
“The storm that rolled through DC just now created this havoc on Connecticut Avenue between Brandywine and Chesapeake. The Tesla appears to be stuck, but it doesn’t seem like anyone is hurt.”

Coming to the former Up ‘n Smoke space at 2503 Champlain Street, NW next to Tiny Vinyl
Ending the day on a STRONG note with some spectacular scuttlebutt!!
I hear that Call Your Mother is coming to the former Up ‘n Smoke space on Champlain Street just off Columbia near the Line Hotel. I have this info from a very solid source so will put the accuracy rating of this scuttlebutt at 97% likely. Am trying to get official confirmation and will update as soon as I get it.
In the meantime a big week of Call Your Mother news continues. Standby.
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Thanks to J. for sending this beautiful BMW. Any guesses on the year?
Sweet City Ride is made possible by the Friends of the PoPville Society!

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A Logan Circle townhome built to stop you mid-scroll: 1007 O Street NW
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Photo by Eric P.
Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email [email protected] so I can put you in touch with OP.
“Dear PoPville,
To the man standing on the corner of 11th and Rhode Island NW on Tuesday around 6 PM: I read the Empire of Pain book you just checked out from the Shaw library! I was riding a Lime scooter and (more…)
Local rising kindergartener, Phin, has advanced to the Top 5 in his group in the national Jr. Ranger Contest, a competition that celebrates children who are passionate about nature, wildlife, and exploration. After making it through earlier rounds with strong family and friend support, Phin is now in 4th place and working toward the top spot needed to move on to the quarterfinals.
The contest encourages kids to engage with the outdoors and highlights their curiosity and love for learning about the natural world. For Phin and his family, this experience has been both exciting and meaningful, made even more special by the encouragement from friends, neighbors, and the broader community.

“Dear PoPville,
Readers concerned about bike theft may be interested in my DIY 70-pound concrete anchor with rebar loops. I’m moving so giving it away. (more…)
To celebrate DC native Haili Blassingame’s debut novel, THEY ALL FALL IN LOVE AT THE END, Lost City Books is throwing a launch party themed around messy love stories. Haili, and a crew of writers she has assembled, will read excerpts from their work, but there will also be audience participation in the form of anonymously submitting messy dating stories. It’s going to be a night of laughter, of gasps, of books, of great company. Refreshments will be available. We can’t wait to see you there!

via google maps
From MPD:
“The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating a fatal stabbing that occurred in Northwest.
On Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at approximately 12:20 a.m., (more…)

Thanks to Greg for sharing this disturbing scene with us:
“Southbound on 11st NW at 05:14PM on 07-30-25 a white ford fusion tried to run a cyclist down chasing him into oncoming traffic – if you know him please share dashcam footage. (more…)

3629 12th Street, NE
Thanks to Nick for sending this great PSA: (more…)

“Help Support Chef Omar’s Road to Recovery”
Sad news out of Lapis (1847 Columbia Road, NW):
“We’re heartbroken to share that our friend and colleague, Chef Omar, recently suffered a severe stroke.
He’s been with us since day one and has shaped every kitchen he’s worked in—from Café Bonaparte to Lutèce.
Please consider donating to support his recovery. Every bit helps. (more…)

A giraffe! Too good: (more…)