Posts about Maryland
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Breakfast links: Greater Washington at risk for drought this summer
Washington region is in a moderate drought. National Landing name slow to catch on. McMillan community center, park, pool set to open in 2024. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: WMATA prepares for its next budget approval
WMATA works to secure more funding as rail and bus ridership rebuilds. Hazardous air quality has greatest effect on DC’s unhoused residents. DC Streetcar extension gets another delay. Keep reading…
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WMATA’s Better Bus proposals for DC set the tone for the entire network. Tell them what you think.
DC is the center of our transit universe. How could WMATA’s Better Bus Network redesign change the core of our region’s transit and transportation systems? Keep reading…
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Twenty years ago, it was common to have dozens of “Code Red” bad air days per summer
In the recent past, the DC area typically saw 20 or more Code Red days every summer. What changed? Keep reading…
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While some on the left demonize developers, the housing shortage continues
Focusing on developers as the only problem with (or the only solution to) our housing market obscures other issues and makes it hard to make sure everyone can afford a place to live. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: DC caps rent increases at 6%
DC passes cap on rent increases for rent-stabilized apartments at 6% starting July 1. Federal prosecutors will not prosecute FBI agent who killed man in Metro station. Nice-Middleton Bridge will have bike access after all. Keep reading…
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Here’s why military flyovers keep taking you by surprise
Military flyovers are part of life in the Washington region. In addition to fulfilling whatever purpose the military has in mind for them, they can present opportunities for appreciation and local interest. But when residents don’t know about them ahead of time, they’re just as likely to create headaches. Keep reading…
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What Better Bus means for riders in Maryland and Virginia
Metro’s Better Bus network is a big deal for riders in Maryland and Virginia! Here are the highlights of the proposed bus system redesign, and how you can give Metro your feedback before the comment period ends June 18. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: WMATA launches new fare program for low-income riders
New WMATA program to provide half-price fares to low-income riders. Pollution from vehicles, wildfires bringing down DC’s air quality. Downtown DC BID aiming for more parks, retail, universities in revitalization plan. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: DCHA misses deadline on some HUD requirements
As HUD’s deadline for DCHA to fix its issues passes, results are mixed. Study finds transit needed to alleviate future congestion on area bridges. Wes Moore visits Wheaton to promote development and safety. Keep reading…