Posts about Virginia
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Worried about climate change? You can plug into these local efforts to help turn the tide.
There’s a lot you can do to influence the Washington region’s effect on climate change. When you’ve had enough doom scrolling, take a look at where you can help. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Nina Albert named DC deputy mayor for planning and economic development
Bowser names new deputy mayor for planning and economic development. Alexandria residents weigh in on zoning reform plan. Six-year-old injured by hit-and-run driver in Capitol Hill. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: WMATA adding safety checks after September derailment
WMATA commits to additional safety checks after last month’s derailment. Historic U Street property up for sale for first time in nearly 40 years. Harborplace redeveloper envisions pedestrian-centered Inner Harbor. Keep reading…
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Can Richmond reduce the danger people face when walking along Chamberlayne Avenue?
In Richmond’s Northside, a stretch of Chamberlayne Avenue was the site of two recent pedestrian deaths. Advocacy groups are narrowing their focus on the corridor, joining residents in speaking up about the dangers people face when walking there. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: WMATA announces start date for 24-hour Metrobus service in DC
Metrobus to run 24-hour service on 13 DC routes. DC bill could expand rental assistance for undocumented people. WMATA removes emergency gear from Metro stations after finding lead in storage cabinets. Keep reading…
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To get the Metro we deserve, transform parking into housing
The Metro system is the foundation the Washington region needs to build a pleasant, sustainable, equitable future. Transforming its parking lots into transit-oriented development can increase revenue and build a bigger rider base. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: SunTrust Plaza now slated to become affordable housing
SunTrust Plaza donated to affordable housing nonprofit. Demolition to begin in West Baltimore for new Amtrak tunnel ventilation facilities. Madeline Albright’s Georgetown home sale indicative of DC housing market changes. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Kenilworth Courts residents point to shifting redevelopment terms as housing deteriorates
Residents point to broken promises as terms of DCHA’s Kenilworth redevelopment change. Number of traffic fatalities in Maryland is on pace to be the highest since 2007. Prince George’s County Public Schools grapples with shortage of 200 bus drivers. Keep reading…
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Most of Washington region’s remote workers are in private sector
The area’s higher percentage and rate of work-from-home since the pandemic isn’t driven by federal employees — it’s part of a bigger trend in tech-hub metros.
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Breakfast links: Dulles Metro station hits one million passengers
Dulles International Airport Metro station records one million passengers since opening. Bus reliability in DC declines due to increased traffic congestion. 100% affordable housing development proposed for DC’s Navy Yard. Keep reading…