Breakfast links: DC enters Phase Two of its reopening, despite contact-tracing challenges
A sign of the reopening times by Ted Eytan licensed under Creative Commons.
DC moves to Phase Two with unmet contact-tracing goals
Last week, it appeared that DC had met all key Phase Two reopening metric except for its contract-tracing goals. District officials say its new data tracking system has not been fully updated to account for new numbers that show attempts to contact 90% of new positive cases have been met. (Natalie Delgadillo, Elliot C. Williams / DCist)
How transit agencies are luring back passengers
As local jurisdictions continue to gradually reopen, transit agencies are attempting to boost ridership by restoring routes and increasing frequency. Returning passengers can expect new rules on social distancing and wearing masks. (Luz Lazo / Post)
DC real estate is now more expensive than Arlington
Washington, DC has taken over Arlington as the most-expensive jurisdiction by county in the region. In May, the median price of a home in the District was $656,000, while the median price of a home in Arlington was $646,000. (Jeff Clabaugh / WTOP)
Purple Line negotiations will likely continue after deadline
Experts believe negotiations between Maryland and the companies tasked with building the Purple Line are likely continuing even through the deadline to reach an agreement on how to handle cost overruns came and went on June 20. (Katherine Shaver / Post)
Townhomes, mixed-use building coming to Fort Totten
A group of developers lead by EYA has reached an agreement to construct 90 townhomes and a mixed-used residential development near the Fort Totten Metro station in DC. The project will include 80 units of senior housing. (Alex Koma / Business Journal)
Black athletes lend their voices to DC’s Junetheeth protests
Friday’s Juneteenth gatherings drew participants from the Washington Wizards and Mystics, including Bradley Beal, Natasha Cloud, and Myisha Hines-Allen, who shared their own experiences involving racism and police brutality. (Kelyn Soong / City Paper)
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