Breakfast links: Local charities worry about losses under the new tax law
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Local charities are worried about the new federal tax law
Many of the Washington region's charities are worried about significant loss of revenue under the new federal tax law, which removes a major financial incentive for some who make charitable donations. (Ally Schweitzer / WAMU)
Here are the top destinations for ride hailing services in DC in 2017
Excluding airports and transit hubs, these are the top destinations for ride hailing services like Uber and Lyft in 2017. Notably, MGM casino made the list — and was the only top destination outside the district. (Faiz Siddiqui / Post)
Metro looks back at 2017 and says they’re improving
After more than a year and a half of single tracking, around the clock maintenance, and cutbacks to hours, Metro leaders are hopeful for 2018. They say they plan to continue to increase safety and make the system more attractive to riders. (Max Smith / WTOP)
This Virginia representative wants DC to contribute more to medicaid
A Virginia congressman wants to slash the federal contribution from DC's Medicaid program. City officials say the cut would deeply hurt their most vulnerable residents and could cost the city at least a half billion dollars each year. (Jenna Portney / Post)
Homicides are down in DC but rising in Baltimore
Baltimore has recorded more than 340 homicides this year — a record for the city in terms of homicides per capita. The good news is DC's crime has gone down and their homicides have dropped 16 percent. (Nick Lannelli / WTOP)
Kensington may turn historic buildings into a senior living project
Two structures built in the 1930s may be developed into a senior living project at the town center of Kensington. Developers are proposing five-story building that could have up to 135 dwelling units. (Bethany Rodgers / Bethesda Beat)
Afforable housing could be coming to Silver Spring
A one-story building and parking lot less than a mile from the Silver Spring Metro station could soon become 70 affordable housing units. The plan could also include children's health initiatives. (Michelle Goldchain / Curbed DC)
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