Breakfast links: Group house living with slick branding does not cost as cheap
Developers are trying to glam up group house living
With the housing crunch and stagnant wages, young people have often flocked to group houses in DC. Now some developers are trying to sell “co-living” as a lifestyle — and a pretty expensive one at that. (Morgan Baskin / City Paper)
Arlington Public Schools suspended its commuter incentive program
Arlington Public Schools employees will lose stipends for using public transportation and other alternative modes of travel. Though the school system sought ways to reduce the costs, the program still exceeded the budget. (Vernon Miles / ARLnow)
The VP of a local construction firm tried to bribe a Metro official
The vice president of a local construction firm was indicted on attempted bribery charges of a Metro official. The firm has worked on multiple projects for Metro, including a recent contract to replace underground pipes connecting the Farragut North and Dupont Circle stations. (Faiz Siddiqui / Post)
WMATA wants public input on limited-stop bus routes going cash free
Metro says boarding and fare payment can take up to 25% of a bus route's travel time, and going cash-free can reduce this wait. However, some advocates are worried about the impact on unbanked riders. Let WMATA know what you think about limited-stop bus routes going cashless with this survey. (Metro. Tip: Robert Boden)
Uber is introducing a new Ride Check system
Uber is aiming to improve the safety of its drivers and customers by introducing multiple new safety features. The Ride Check system will track drivers and riders within the app and send an alert if trip irregularities are detected. ( Faiz Siddiqui / Post)
Bethesda business owners are losing money during construction
Some downtown Bethesda business owners are saying the Marriott Headquarters construction is causing them to lose business. The loss of street parking, noise, dust, and closed lanes are driving customers away. (Glynis Kazanjian / Bethesda Magazine)
Montgomery County is confronting inequity in its schools
As Montgomery County becomes a more diverse place to live, the county’s schools are challenged with the task of ensuring all students have the same learning opportunities. (Julie Rasicot / Bethesda Magazine)
Pepco tries to allay Mt. Vernon Triangle residents’ substation concerns
Mt. Vernon Triangle-area residents expressed concerns about a planned substation at a community meeting, but a Pepco representative says it will not pose a health risk. The substation would replace a community garden. (Dick Uliano / WTOP)
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