Posts by Liam Sullivan — Contributor
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Breakfast links: The region battens down the hatches ahead of hate groups
DC and surrounding jurisdictions are preparing for the “Unite the Right 2” rally this Sunday. As DC General shelter moves towards closing, a playtime project for homeless children is transitioning too. Montgomery County has found eleveted lead levels in the water at 86 schools. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Bird scooters wants to help pay for more bicycle lanes
The dockless scooter company Bird wants bicycle lanes, and they'll help cities pay. Two DC cyclists were killed in Tajikistan, including a local Tiny House builder. Cities must find a way to strike the balance between preserving history and developing for the future. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Trump’s tariffs could hit the e-bike market
Trump's tariffs could mean more expensive e-bikes, just as the market is heating up. People who are undocumented and are experiencing homelessness grapple with more challenges and less support. Using data to improve DC schools is more complicated than you might think. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Cycling is for everyone
Despite its reputation of being a middle-class, white, male-dominated activity, cyclists are a diverse bunch. You'll soon be able to see more deaf urbanism in practice at a Starbucks on H Street NE. Resistance to Amazon's HQ2 is growing in the region. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Don’t drink the water until it’s boiled, if you live in parts of DC
A pump problem at DC Water could have affected the water supply for many of the city's residents. District artists grappel with high rents. WMATA is putting its Gallary Place heaquarters on the market. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: The National Zoo is adding a fence and security checkpoints
The National Zoo is increasing security measures and adding parking, but some say the changes are unnecessary. Private equity firms use high-interest loans to make a lot of money off of low-income people. Virginia churches are offering shelter to undocumented immigrants. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: The Metro board has essentially been cut in half
The Metro board has essentially been cut in half following a deal struck with Virginia lawmakers. Deanwood residents say DC police are targeting and harassing them. The Baltimore City Fire Department made an anti-bike lane video staged outside of a cycling advocate's house. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: What’s the holdup on homeless shelters in Wards 7 and 8?
Contracting and construction issues are delaying homeless shelters in Wards 7 and 8. Following a public outcry from the loss of a Potomac Yard Metro station entrance, City Manager Mark Jinks issues an unusual apology. Small and local banks are just as likely to discriminate against customers of color as large ones, a new study finds. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: The Lincoln Memorial is getting a top to bottom facelift
After being battered by the elements (and bullets) over the years, the Lincoln Memorial is getting repaired. Voter guides are nice, but how well you design them matters. An internal review shows that Metro has failed to track maintenance, and many elevators are past deadline for repairs. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Controversy with Capital Pride…ALSO THE CAPS WON
At long last, the Capitals have won the Stanley Cup! No Justice No Pride activists say Capital Pride needs to make changes. Two case studies show how city governance impacts urban development. Keep reading…