Breakfast links: Here’s where indoor mask mandates are lifting — and where they’re staying put
Maryland and Virginia waive indoor mask mandates
Virginia and Maryland have lifted their indoor mask mandates, with some exceptions including transit, though businesses can still require masks. The mask mandates still remain in effect in Montgomery and Prince George’s counties. (DCist)
Latest Spin scooter beeps if used on sidewalk
Scooter operator Spin just launched a new prototype scooter that makes a beeping sound whenever it is being used on a sidewalk. It’s unclear when the scooters could leave the prototype stage and be more broadly used in the District. (Jordan Pascale / DCist)
DC gas stations are running on fumes
Thanks to panic buying after a ransonware attack on the Colonial Pipeline, 90% of DC’s gas stations are currently sold out of gas. In Maryland and Virginia, 39% and 45% of stations are also respectively without gas. While pipeline services have been restored, stations may still be low for the next few days. (Elliot C. Williams / DCist. Tip: Chester B.)
Building more won’t be enough to curb Arlington’s housing affordability problem
According to a new study, building “missing middle” housing could help alleviate Arlington County’s housing shortage — but it won’t be enough thanks to high land costs in the county, meaning public subsidies may be on the table. (Jo DeVoe / ARLNow)
MetroAccess contractors end short strike over pay, working conditions
Dispatchers for MetroAccess went on strike Friday following a dispute with their Texas-based employer. The workers, who have been back on the job since Sunday, could strike again if lingering issues aren’t addressed. (Michael Laris / Post)
Man seriously injured after being struck by Red Line train
A man was seriously injured after being struck by a Red Line train at the White Flint station on Friday afternoon. Officials said video footage indicated the man intentionally put himself in the path of the train. (Justin Wm. Moyer / Post)
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