Thanks to Daniel for sending from last night (and the aftermath this morning):
“Car got stuck in the snow and floored it until the engine exploded. Alley between q and Corcoran and 16th and 17th.”
Lots more photos below: (more…)
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Update:
“[AlertDC] DC water reports a water outage on the 300 block of M Street, SE, between 3rd and 5th Streets. The estimated duration is 8-10 hours. Affected customers can contact DC Water at 202-612-3400.”
Thanks to John for sending around 12:30pm Saturday: (more…)
The latest from DC Water:
“UPDATE: No Sewer Overflows Reported Today from Damaged Sewer Line as Excavation Work, Pumping Continues
Federal, State, and Local Officials Get Firsthand Look at Collapse Site and Repair Efforts
January 29, 2026
Over the past 24-hours, DC Water engineers for the first time report no sanitary sewer overflows escaping from a damaged section of the Potomac Interceptor since the incident happened. The 72-inch diameter pipe section collapsed on January 19, along Clara Barton Parkway and the C & O Canal National Historical Park in Montgomery County, MD.
This marks major progress in containment efforts, (more…)
This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.
DC Open House List for This Weekend: April 24, 2026
With 430+ open houses happening throughout the District, buyers have no shortage of options to explore. Warmer weather is settling in, making it an ideal time to get outside, tour neighborhoods, and take in everything the city has to offer. And with Earth Day just behind us, it’s the perfect reminder to appreciate not just the homes themselves, but the communities and green spaces that make DC such a great place to live. To see the full DC Open House list, click here. (more…)
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3210 Mt Pleasant Street, NW
Photos don’t do it justice: “But an Epic labor of love is happening to dig out Lamont plaza! It’s just neighbors from various groups (the mt p library friends, mt p clean up crew, farmers market, neighbors et al!) The farmers market is ON tomorrow!” (more…)
Electronics Recycling & Take-it-Apart Day!
Join us for a special day of free* electronics recycling and hands-on exploration!
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photo by ny273
“Dear PoPville,
Might there be any word on how USPS is addressing regular USPS deliveries along the side streets that have not seen a plow or a salt truck. I was told by a neighbor (more…)
Columbia Heights Day is an annual neighborhood festival celebrating the vibrant community, culture, and small businesses of Columbia Heights. Now in its 18th year, the event features a lively mix of local vendors, live entertainment, and interactive activities for all ages—including face painting, tie-dye, karaoke, a dog costume contest, and more. Join us for a day of connection, creativity, and community right in the heart of Columbia Heights!
“Dear PoPville,
I wanted to share this recent post from American University’s Kogod School of Business. Kogod likes to position themselves as experts on AI, but they’re apparently not well versed in stronger social media practices. (more…)
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Joe sums it up succinctly: “Dog sh*t mountain at 1st and U NW.” (more…)
1520 14th Street, NW previously home to Estadio before Bar Japonais’ brief residency here
Early January we got tons of reports about Bar Japonais “closed for improvements” in Logan Circle.
Thanks to Chaya for sending the update: “Looks like the have availability starting in mid Feb on OpenTable.” (more…)
4221 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Word on the street is that Tikka is very, VERY good! Cheers to one year: (more…)
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Thanks to Brian for sending: “Car blocking a one way street for two days now 28th Street NW.” (more…)