By Alex Holt (Maryland Correspondent) • December 30, 2020
Baltimoreans have long known the way their city’s transit is run is unusual. But it wasn’t until a new report from a Washington, DC-based transportation think tank was released last month that it became clear just howunique Baltimore’s lack of control over its transit system truly is.
As the demographics of people moving to the suburbs shifts, Loudoun County is attempting to create more housing options to address would-be residents’ unmet needs. While Loudoun has grown at a fast pace over the past few years, like many jurisdictions in the region it has an affordable housing crunch, and many young adults can’t afford to live in the area.
By Carolyn Gallaher (Contributor) • December 30, 2020
Langley Park in Prince George’s County has weathered disinvestment for decades, but there are now signs that developers are interested in the area. Combined with looming evictions due to COVID-19, some residents may be at immediate risk of displacement.
DC has begun accepting development proposals for the Franklin D. Reeves Center at 14th and U streets. City officials’ vision includes mixed-use development with housing and office space. The NAACP announced in June plans to move its headquarters from Baltimore to the Reeves Center. (Emily Davies / Post)
The transit union that represents Metrobus operators has spoken out against Metro’s plan to begin front-door boarding and fare collection, citing safety concerns for drivers amid a coronavirus surge. (Dick Uliano / WTOP)
Maryland is moving forward with plans to widen the Beltway, issuing requests for proposals to four developers. A developer for Phase 1 is expected to be chosen by February 1. (Briana Adhikusuma / Bethesda Beat)
Death among people experiencing homelessness in DC rose by 54% in 2020 from the year before. Of the 180 deaths, 23 were coronavirus related. (Justin Wm. Moyer / Post)
Regan National Airport is looking at opening its new 14-gate concourse during the summer of 2021. The concourse, the first major upgrade for the airport in more than two decades, is part of a $1 billion upgrade calleed Project Journey. (Lori Aratani / Post)
At the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic, DCist profiled five local essential workers. As 2020 comes to a close, they caught up with these locals to hear their reflections on 2020. (Colleen Grablick / DCist)
In what for many has been a dark year, a cat that hangs out at Branch Avenue Metro Station is bringing joy to some commuters. (Margaret Barthel / DCist)
