Here’s what we can do to make transit more equitable in DC

By Keya Chatterjee (Guest Contributor), Delia Houseal (Guest Contributor), Robb Dooling (Guest Contributor) • February 3, 2021

For Transit Equity Day three ANC commissioners discuss how to make transit in DC more equitable for all residents.

Now isn’t the time to give up on active transportation

By Rachel Maisler (Contributor), Erin Palmer (Guest Contributor) • February 3, 2021

Just because our travel habits aren’t what they once were doesn’t mean we shouldn’t have fun exploring new ways to get around and promote active transportation. TranspoBINGO is back with a new edition for a very different time.

Breakfast links: DC will consider decriminalizing street vending again

By Latisha Johnson (Contributor) • February 4, 2021

Decriminalizing street vending bill is back to DC Council

DC Councilmember Brianne Nadeau has reintroduced legislation that would create zones for street vending and remove criminal penalties for street vendors that do not have a proper license.  (Colleen Grablick / DCist)

White’s Ferry owner negotiates to reopen

After closing due to a property dispute, the White’s Ferry owner offered Rockland Farm a one-time payment of $400,000 for an easement that would enable the ferry service to reopen, but negotiations are still ongoing.  (Justin Wm. Moyer / Post)

Baltimore’s iconic Domino Sugars sign is being replaced

For a few months, Baltimore’s skyline is going to look very different. On March 1, Domino Sugar will retire its iconic neon sign, replacing it in July with a more environmentally friendly, LED version.   (Colin Campbell / Baltimore Sun)

Falls Church is working toward an LED street light switchover

The City of Falls Church is planning a pilot program to test LED street lights before converting the whole city. Officials say LEDs are more energy efficient than the mercury vapor and high pressure sodium fixtures currently in use.  (Angela Woolsey / Tysons Reporter)

Hogan asks again to relocate FBI headquarters to Prince George’s

Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan is renewing the state’s push to relocate FBI headquarters to Prince George’s County.  (Dominique Maria Bonessi / DCist. Tip: Chester B.)

Montgomery County approves plans for two school improvement projects

The Montgomery County Board of Education approved preliminary plans to improve Burnt Mills Elementary and Poolesville High School to account for aging facilities and increased enrollment.  (Caitlynn Peetz / Bethesda Beat)

Cyclists react to Capitol fencing

Some cyclists now have to take large car-friendly routes that make them feel less safe since the US Capitol’s insurrection by Donald Trump supporters resulting in fencing around the Capitol.  (Kelyn Soong / City Paper)

The dream of a Black sanctuary

CityLab provides an excerpt detailing attempts to establish a sanctuary for African Americans throughout American history, as seen in Fort Moses, St. Augustine, Eatonville, and Soul City.  (Brentin Mock / CityLab)

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