Columbia Heights


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From MPD:

“The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating a fatal pedestrian crash in Northwest.

On Friday, September 19, 2025, at approximately 8:48 a.m., Third District officers responded to the intersection of 13th Street and Harvard Street, Northwest, for the report of a traffic crash involving a pedestrian. Upon arrival, officers located an adult female, unconscious and not breathing, suffering from injuries after being struck by a vehicle. DC Fire and EMS responded to the scene and transported the victim to a local hospital, where after all lifesaving efforts failed, the victim was pronounced dead.

The decedent has been identified as 61-year-old Rosa Cabezas of Southeast, D.C.

The preliminary investigation revealed (more…)


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14 S St NE #201
14 S St NE #201

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  • Offers 1,070 Sq. Ft. of light-filled living space
  • Thoughtfully designed open-concept layout with a wall of oversized windows
  • Fresh paint, new carpet and ample closet space
  • Primary suite features an en-suite bath
  • Upgrades in 2023 include: new HVAC, dishwasher, stove and fridge

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  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a 5BR/5.5BA 1920s Wesley Heights Tudor with over 5,500 sq. ft. across the 4 levels and features 3 fireplaces, a library, a formal dining room, a luxurious primary bedroom suite, a stone patio, gym and even a LEGO room—all for $3.7M.
  • “Nestled in between Georgetown and Cathedral Heights is Glover Park; where you can call this spacious and updated studio your home. The open floor plan creates a bright and inviting living space with a lot of versatility. You’ll love the updated bright kitchen that offers granite countertops, under-cabinet lighting and stainless steel appliances.
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Adams Morgan


1830 Columbia Road, NW

“Garlic Girl Vintage
Playful vintage trinkets and home decor
storefront coming 11.22.25”

From Garlic Girl Vintage:

“It’s finally time to tell you the big, big news: this November, Garlic Girl Vintage will open our permanent home at 1830 Columbia Road NW in Adams Morgan

This address has a special place in DC’s vintage story: once upon a time it was 1830 Vintage (@1830_vintage), a local favorite that furnished many of DC’s most stylish apartments (including mine!). It’s currently home to the one and only Miss Pixie’s (@misspixiesdc), a DC institution of 35 years. Pixie is retiring at the end of October, (more…)


Navy Yard

Update: A reader shares that the closure is for good: “Unsure what will become of the space but I believe the Nats own the space.”

Thanks to Matt for sending: “Nats Park BetMGM closing soon”. Anyone know if this is just for the season?

BETMGM’s website says:

“WE’LL BE CLOSING THE SPORTSBOOK AT NATIONALS PARK ON SEPTEMBER 28TH

LAST DAY TO WAGER: SUNDAY, SEPT. 21

LAST DAY TO CASH TICKETS: SUNDAY, SEPT. 28TH (more…)


Restaurants


1342 U Street, NW

“Kathmandu Tapas & Cocktails
Authentic Nepali flavors paired with expertly crafted cocktails.

A modern cocktail bar & kitchen bringing bold Himalayan flavors and creative cocktails to U St. Corridor in Washington DC.”

They tell me they will be soft opening in October! (more…)