Posts by Libby Solomon — Former Managing Editor
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Washington region’s growth driven primarily by adults, census data shows
A new report shows where and how the region’s population grew between 2010 and 2020. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: One Metrobus ridership stat that rose during the pandemic
A third of Metrobus rides are now going unpaid. Arlington launches free and reduced bus fares for students, low-income people. Baltimore legislation could turn vacants into affordable housing. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Transit project delays are causing problems for development surrounding them
Project delays are impacting transit-oriented development. Bowser wants newly named Commanders at RFK. Acting Metro Transit Police chief to get permanent job. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Metro looks to hire more than 70 drivers
Metro launches bus driver hiring push. DC Council approves street light contract. Baltimore mayor calls for review of vacant property mitigation. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Montgomery County proposal would require legislators to consider how each bill would impact the climate
Montgomery County bill would require legislation to include climate impact review. A new vision for Chevy Chase. Fairfax County seeks funds for I-66 trail. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Takoma Junction plan rejected by Montgomery County planning board
Takoma Junction development hits another setback. Metrobus to get back to normal service February 7. Inside the annual point-in-time homelessness count. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Maryland drivers still owe the most in DC traffic tickets
Maryland drivers owe more than $13 million in DC traffic fines. Metro still working on 7000-series return plan. How DC can make its newest public spaces accessible. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Arlington speeds toward camera enforcement in school zones
Arlington approves speed cameras near schools and work zones. Overhaul of 396-bed emergency men’s shelter completed in Ward 8. Three firefighters killed in vacant Baltimore rowhouse fire. Keep reading…
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List ranks Washington region as “among best places to save fastest for a down payment.” Wait, what?
The Washington DC region is only a great place to be a first-time homebuyer if you’re a certain type of household looking for a certain type of home. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Amtrak cuts service due to omicron
Amtrak isn’t immune to COVID-19 staffing shortages. In the office-to-residential market, DC has upsides and downsides. Montgomery County program aims to make electric vehicles more affordable. Keep reading…