Breakfast links: Circulator bus strike is over
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Circulator union and employer end strike
Service should be back to normal today after the Circulator’s drivers and operator agreed on a new contract that includes substantial wage increases, health care improvements, and better retirement offerings. (NBC Washington. Tip: Chester B.)
DC mayoral candidates spar on traffic cameras in debate
Councilmember Trayon White said that, as mayor, he would reduce the city’s number of traffic cameras and cut fines. Mayor Muriel Bowser retorted that residents have requested cameras and White already has the ability to cut traffic fines as a council member. (Martin Austermuhle / DCist. Tip: Chester B.)
Regional abortion funds cite transportation as a barrier to care
Though this week’s Roe v. Wade leak suggests that many will come into the region from elsewhere for abortions, local funds have found that there is also high demand for transportation assistance from residents within the region. (DCist)
Purple Line construction to start again in August
The project linking dense areas of Prince George’s and Montgomery counties has remained mostly dormant since the contractor quit in September 2020. Its opening date is now October 2026. (Katherine Shaver / Post)
Early voting starts today in Fairfax County for the Democratic congressional primary
Incumbent Don Beyer and challenger Victoria Virasingh face off to be the Democratic candidate representing Virginia’s new 8th district, covering Arlington, Alexandria, and eastern Fairfax County. The official primary is scheduled for June 21. (David Taube / FFXNow)
Youngkin orders Virginia state employees back to offices full time by July
The governor argued that in-person work would bring “creative, innovative, and effective solutions for all Virginians.” He’s allowing exceptions for people with health conditions and other personal concerns. Maryland and DC government employees started going back to offices in July. (Laura Vozzella / Post)
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