Next spring, DDOT will break ground on D.C. Streetcar’s expansion onto Benning Road. While some community members have long advocated for this project, others aren’t sure the slow-moving tram is worth the bill.
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Rosie Hughes
Proposed Blue line extension could add metro stop to Buzzard Point’s ongoing redevelopment
The proposal from WMATA would place a third metro stop in the Anacostia subarea, adding to the existing Navy Yard and Southwest Waterfront stops. The proposal itself comes as the last section of the Capital riverfront...
Aneeta Mathur-Ashton
‘It is unbelievable that this is still coming up.’ Dupont residents continue long-standing arguments about protected bike lanes on 17th Street
In July, DDOT converted the 17th Street corridor to add an additional bike lane and room for streetearies as part of a continual project to make the street more friendly for all users. Despite the changes, many...
Heidi Kirk
Far from the holiday crowds, this Smithsonian museum doesn’t mind the quiet
The Anacostia Community Museum prides itself on putting community first — whether or not the tourists follow.
Graham Krewinghaus
Porch Pirates prey on Hill residents
With more and more Americans staying and working from home, many have opted to have their food, clothes, and other items delivered to their doorstep. Unfortunately, some residents in Capitol Hill never get to see them.
Tobi Raji
Year-long delays continue on Ward 8 grocery store
Good Food Markets aims to bring grocery stores to low income neighborhoods, but has faced obstacles both before and during the coronavirus pandemic.
Lola Fadulu
3000 M St. saga may finally be at an end
With the D.C. Office of Zoning to vote on 3000 M St.'s planned unit development (PUD) application and map amendment this December, the ground could be broken on a new hotel with attached retail space as early as 2023.
Dillin Bett
‘People are dying:’ Adams Morgan, Ward 1 residents scared about the rise of crime
Residents in Adams Morgan met to share fears of rising crime. Police admit the department lacks resources.
Dima Amro
Latest shooting in NoMa sparks backlash
Despite an increase in police presence on M Street NE, shootings continue to happen. Renters say they are fed up.
Josie Ansbacher
In Anacostia, a long-suffering river is making a comeback
The Anacostia River has failed pollution standards for decades. Now, residents are helping it make a passing grade.
Wash staff