By George Kevin Jordan (Managing Editor) • September 24, 2020
The renovation project for Union Station seems to be undergoing an identity crisis, trying to figure out if the region’s main hub for transit will create a pathway for cars or for people.
By Mark Rodeffer (Editorial Board, Elections Committee), Brian Goggin (Elections Committee, Community Engagement Committee) • September 24, 2020
After winning the hotly contested Ward 2 Democratic primary and the special election to fill out the remainder of the former Ward 2 councilmember’s term, Brooke Pinto joined the DC Council in late June. She faces another election in November for a full four-year term representing Ward 2 on the DC Council. The general election is a four-way race between Pinto, the Democratic nominee, independents Randy Downs and Martín Miguel Fernández, and Statehood Green Party nominee Peter Bolton.
The Metro board’s analysis of proposed budget cuts did not include a full analysis of how those cuts will affect low income riders. The revelation has led to criticism from board members, given the high percentage of low income riders. (Justin George / Post. Tip: Chester B.)
Virginia will expand its Rent and Mortgage Relief Program. The expansion allows landlords to apply for relief for missed payments on behalf of their tenants dating back to April 1. (InsideNOVA)
Prince George’s County has announced that it will remain in Phase Two. Though there are continued positive developments in the region’s coronavirus metrics, the county will continue to maintain more stringent proccesses to further reduce coronavirus cases. (Post)
The National Trust for Historic Preservation has named Rassawek, a trading post and capitol city of the Monacan Indian Nation on the James River, as the most endangered historic site in the country. Today, plans to build a water intake station threaten the site. (Gregory Schneider / Post)
Washington City Paper will reduce its print editions to one issue per month, citing reduced revenue due to the coronavirus pandemic. (Nathan Diller / WAMU)
With the movement for DC statehood receiving increased attention, WAMU profiles a crop of new, young activists who are working to make DC the 51st state. (Mikaela Lefrak and Tyrone Turner / WAMU)
As the seasons change and outdoor dining will presumably decrease, food establishments are eyeing how to keep sales up during the pandemic. (John Domen / WTOP)
