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Late-night backers dwindle

Virginia and Maryland members of the WMATA Board now support ending late-night service, though they don’t agree on when the system should close. DC members still oppose the cut. The Board will vote December 15. (WAMU)

The state of SafeTrack

Metro is behind on reporting progress, radios don’t work, cross-ties are crumbling, tunnel lights are out, and Metro started 24/7 work without a program management plan, says the Federal Transit Administration. (WTOP)

Penn Station revamp

Amtrak selected three teams that will compete to redesign Baltimore’s Penn Station. Amtrak will pick a master developer next summer. (Baltimore Sun, Kristy C.)

Dial “C” for crime

Maryland now has a hate crime hotline for anyone who believes they have been the victim of a crime motivated by factors such as race, gender, or religion. The calls will be routed to law enforcement when necessary. (DCist)

Boost in cemetery security

Security is increasing at Arlington Cemetery, with armed guards replacing public safety aides and new screening measures. The Army ordered the changes after shootings in Tennessee and Canada. (WTOP)

Hospital expansion

DC’s Children’s National Medical Center will expand, taking almost 12 acres of the old Walter Reed campus. (Post)

And…

The Wizards’ and Mystics’ new practice facility is taking shape in Congress Heights. (DCist) … African-American members of the American Institute of Architects call for the organization to design for social justice. (CityLab) … Fairfax County police say pedestrian accidents are more likely at these 11 intersections (Fairfax County)