Breakfast links: Freezing

Walk carefully

Freezing rain has made many sidewalks icy, especially on bricks, so be careful. Roads seem clear. Some sidewalks are still not shoveled from last week’s storm. (Post, RPUS)

Baltimore bishop charged with manslaughter

The driver who killed a cyclist in a bike lane was charged with manslaughter, driving while impaired and texting, and leaving the scene of a crash. The case galvanized bike advocates. (NYT)

Clean up the Inner Harbor!

Baltimore City and County will have to remove trash flowing into the Inner Harbor. The mandate (similar to the one for the Anacostia River) is bringing more street sweeping and perhaps bans on some items. (Trash Free Md.)

Ride On increases service

Montgomery’s Ride On transit service is altering a host of routes to increase frequency, decrease travel time, or expand service. Officials say this is the biggest service enhancement in a decade. (Post)

Trail for Fort Totten

The National Park Service may build a paved, lighted path across a piece of Fort Totten Park where people already cross to the Metro. Alternatives include one path, multiple paths, or no paths and a fence. (TheWashCycle)

When bad behavior is self-defense

Researchers are studying the psychology of cyclists, and the causes of unlawful behavior. One hypothesis is self-defense against infrastructure that was not designed to suitably accommodate them. (Post, Fitz L.)  (Tip: Fitz L.)

Embarrassments in Frederick

Frederick County recently restructured its government and is growing rapidly. However, unprofessional behavior by more than one elected official has created embarrassment. (Post)

No gas here

A sign at the South Capitol Street exit from I-395 says you can get gas. But the five stations formerly near the off-ramp have been gone since 2008. (JDLand)

And…

Arlington hires Steven Cover from Madison to lead its planning department. (Post) … Construction progresses on Phase II of the Silver Line, with structures visible near the airport and site preparation elsewhere. (Sand Box John) … It is past time to change Virginia highways named after Confederate leaders. (Post)