Breakfast links: No time like the present

Population pace

DC is on track to have more people than it ever has, passing the mark set in the 1950s, within the 20 years. DC was the third fastest growing “state” in 2015, according to new Census data. (Washingtonian)

A new station

Alexandria’s proposed Potomac Yard station is now officially part of the Metro system, as WMATA approved the station location. It should open in 2020. (Post)

Assault on the Red Line

A group of teens randomly attack attacked a man on Metro’s Red Line during Monday’s evening rush.  (Post)

Funny but not funny

Sidewalks are closed for the Washington Post building’s demolition, and people are walking in the 15th Street bike lane as a result. “DC’s 37th most popular bicycle commuter blog” uses humor to say something serious: This is dangerous, and it shows a lack of foresight. (Sharrows DC)

Home for the holidays

Montgomery County has successfully housed all of its homeless veterans, just 3 months after the County Council committed $500,000 dollars to the cause. Homelessness is on the rise nationally, and in 2015 DC had the largest increase in the homeless population in the nation. (Post, Al Jazeera)

Zoo changes

The National Zoo decided to open later and close earlier without getting feedback from the public, and its director says pedestrians are to blame. Residents want to freeze the change until the Zoo hears concerns from the public. (Move On)

Tis the season

If your business is located in DC and you’re behind on a license or registration, you’ll be able to renew in 2016 without late fees before the end of February. Fines for infractions like illegal construction, however, will still apply. (City Paper)

Gun law change

Virginia used to recognize concealed carry permits from all 50 states even though some have lower standards for obtaining them. Now, you have to have a permit from the Commonwealth to carry a concealed handgun there. (Post)

Get serious

Bicycle and pedestrian injuries and deaths are on the rise even while incidents as a whole are declining. The Government Accountability Office hopes the Feds will recognize role that road design plays in endangering people. (Next City)