Posts about Links
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National links: Finding alternatives to demolition
The problem with demolition. Pedestrians step up to fight climate change and traffic violence. A potential environmental disaster. And more in today’s National links. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Alexandria could offer funding for more affordable housing
Alexandria to consider financing two new affordable housing developments. Partial shutdown on Metrorail’s Blue and Silver lines this weekend. Family remembers teen cyclist fatally struck by driver in Bethesda. And more in today’s Breakfast links. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Fairfax County looks at the possibility of making its Connector bus free
Officials to study making Fairfax Connector bus fare-free. Bike lanes proposed for two highly trafficked areas in Fairfax County. Contractors see a possible handover date for Silver Line Phase 2. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Trail users could get new path near Vienna Metro
Fairfax County considers funding pedestrian and bicycle trail to Vienna Metro station. Two teen girls were killed, and another was injured in a crash in Fairfax County. Montgomery County’s Lakeforest Transit Center may be moved. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Local artists make vacant buildings vibrant
DC’s vacant-to-visual program spotlights local artists. Annandale high school student dies after being struck by driver in May. Marc Elrich’s climate record going into the Montgomery County executive race. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: WMATA board members want out of the dark
WMATA board wants to hear from Metro more often. Maryland officials talk bike lanes for MoCo’s Old Georgetown Road. A new urban garden opens in Ward 8. Keep reading…
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National links: Over 4,500 miles of metro in China
China has opened metro systems in 41 cities over the past two decades. An America that builds big. Berlin tests solutions to climate change. And more in today’s National links. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Amtrak receives funds to new launch workforce training program
Amtrak receives $8 million grant to bolster workforce. Maryland lawmakers question Metro officials on safety improvements. NCPC approves critical step for DC’s Armed Forces Retirement Home. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: DC’s rent-control database was slated to be completed by 2016. What happened?
Why DC’s rent-control database is currently stalled. DC mayoral candidates debate about affordable housing and road safety issues live Wednesday. Bicyclist dies in crash in Bethesda. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: A plan to bring the Purple Line online by 2026
A construction timeline for the Purple Line. Montgomery County invests $200 million in affordable housing. Alexandria’s plans for West End are two decades old. Keep reading…