Breakfast links: Metro won’t necessarily stay open for late-night games anymore
Nationals fans fill a Metro car in 2019 by Elvert Barnes licensed under Creative Commons.
Metro apologizes after Washington football fans left stranded
Metro issued an apology to attendees of a Washington Football Team game last week who were left stranded. Metro said fans may have been confused by a change in late-night service that went into effect in July; since that change, Metro will only stay open late after games if the team pays for it. (Post)
Data shows region’s red-hot housing market may have peaked
The region’s housing market is showing signs of cooling alongside the weather. Prices haven’t been rising as quickly over the past few months, while the number of homes that have gone under contract has declined since May. But the market is still strained by a lack of supply. (Nena Perry-Brown / UrbanTurf)
Investors push longtime Black homeowners in DC to sell
Longtime Black DC residents say realtors, investors, and developers are urging them sell their homes — particularly in wards 7 and 8, where developers can flip and sell homes for a larger profit. (Kimberly Cataudella / Washington Informer. Tip: Chester B.)
Firm that lost out on I-270 seeks review of decision
A consortium that that lost a bid to add toll lanes to I-270 in Maryland has asked a Montgomery County judge to review the contract decision, arguing the rival firm’s proposal was “unrealistic” and didn’t comply with bid requirements. (Katherine Shaver / Post)
Metro will update safety standards to protect track workers
Several incidents where Metro trains improperly entered work zones have prompted WMATA to pledge to update its safety standards to keep track workers out of harm’s way. Many of the incidents involved miscommunication between the Rail Operations Control Center and work crews. (Justin George / Post)
The past and future of Columbia Pike
Columbia Pike, a diverse and relatively affordable part of Northern Virginia, is poised for growth and change. Writer Matt Blitz examines the corridor’s history, challenges, and opportunities. (Matt Blitz / ARLnow)
Four sent to hospital following Metrobus collision
Four people were injured in a four-vehicle crash Sunday after a Metrobus driver lost control on Rockville Pike. One person was in serious condition with potentially life-threatening injuries. There were no passengers aboard the bus. (Laura Meckler / Post. Tip: Chester B.)
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