Breakfast links: 7000-series trains are back
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Eight 7000-series trains are returning to Metrorail today
The railcars were taken out of operation in October after a Blue Line derailment due to issues with wheel alignment. For the past month, inspectors have received training on measuring wheels using a digital gauge. The first set of 7000-series to rejoin the system will begin running on the Yellow and Green lines. (Jack Pointer / WTOP)
New proposal to extend caps on rent increases in Montgomery County
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich recently shared with reporters his proposal to limit landlords from raising rents beyond 4.4% for six months. The bill is similar to legislation that expired on May 15. He said residents have reported rent increase notices up to 19%, which takes away from grocery, medical, and other essential bills. (Kate Ryan / WTOP)
DC to acquire land in Ward 7 and anchor it with a grocery store
In a statement, the union that represents Giant Food employees in the region announced that a Giant is now planned for the long-stalled Capitol Gateway Marketplace, which was originally slated to be anchored by a Walmart. The city will use eminent domain to acquire the property. (Don Parker / WJLA)
New renderings released for Union Station overhaul
The vibrant and spacious renderings depict the new layout as a modern transit hub with paths to local and commuter trains, buses, taxis, ride-shares, streetcars, and parking, plus easy access to retail and restaurants. (Luz Lazo / Post)
Explaining one of DC’s most powerful local positions
Many people don’t understand the role of the DC Council chair, according to Erin Palmer, who’s challenging incumbent Phil Mendelson for the seat. Among other responsibilities, the chair influences which bills come up for a vote and single-handedly chooses which committees will operate during each council period and who their members will be. (Post)
DC street named in honor of Jamal Khashoggi
The Saudi Arabian journalist and columnist for The Washington Post was killed at the Saudi consulate in Istanbul in October 2018. The new sign with his name is on the 600 block of New Hampshire Avenue, which houses the Embassy of Saudi Arabia. (Kristi King / WTOP)
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