Breakfast links: These beautiful maps detail auto emissions in our region and beyond
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Mapping auto emissions across the US
A new project from the New York Times maps auto emissions across the US, which are the largest source of planet-warming greenhouse gases. It shows that emissions per person have decreased in the Washington region between 1990 and 2017. (NYT)
Some seniors are stranded after Lyft rides for groceries end
DC residents often rely on private partnerships, such as one with Lyft, to offer subsidized transportation to basic necessities such as groceries. If these programs are not renewed it creates greater stress for residents, and on their budgets, as they need to navigate the city’s transportation and high costs. (Sasha-Ann Simons / WAMU)
A driver hits a child on Alabama Avenue
A driver struck a child near Alabama Avenue and Stanton Road SE yesterday afternoon. His injuries don’t appear to be life-threatening. Alabama Avenue SE has been the site of other crashes, and fatalities as well. The street was also scheduled for traffic and safety updates. (Justin Moyer / Post)
A hard look at buses
A new book called “Better Buses, Better Cities” explores how federal, state and local policies can improve bus transit. Using examples such as Manhattan’s adoption of dedicated bus lanes, the book examines why buses are important to commuters and how to help maximize their utility. (John Surico / City Lab)
Tips lead to two arrests on Metro
After multiple tips, two men were arrested by metro police yesterday, for separate incidents involving sexual assault and possession of a firearm, respectively. (Justin Moyer / Post)
A pod takes on DC’s papusas and Salvadoran-Mexican cuisine
Salvadoran cuisine is beloved in the Washington region, but it can sometimes be difficult to find solely Salvadoran restaurants. WAMU’s Dish City podcast looks at the significance of Salvadoran Mexican cuisine around the region. (WAMU)
Rosslyn will add three new food halls
Three new food halls will open in Rosslyn in 2020, as part of multiple redevelopment and construction projects. (Kalina Newman / ARLNow)
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