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August 25, 2020 at 2:48 PM

Bus and rail service is ramping back up in the region. Here’s what you need to know - Greater Greater Washington

Bus and rail service is ramping back up in the region. Here’s what you need to know - Greater Greater Washington Bus and rail service is ramping back up in the region. Here’s what you need to know. By Stephen Repetski (Editorial Board Alum) • August 2…
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August 24, 2020 at 2:24 PM

A streetcar used to run down Rhode Island Avenue, connecting College Park and downtown DC - Greater Greater Washington

A streetcar used to run down Rhode Island Avenue, connecting College Park and downtown DC - Greater Greater Washington This streetcar used to connect College Park and downtown DC By DW Rowlands (Contributor) • August 23, 2020 Most of Washington’s o…
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August 22, 2020 at 1:00 PM

Arlington County takes stock of its missing middle housing - Greater Greater Washington

Arlington County takes stock of its missing middle housing - Greater Greater Washington There is still time to apply for GGWash's writer/editor position. Click here for more information. Here's our roundup of "must-read" posts from the wee…
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August 21, 2020 at 2:52 PM

Bloomingdale’s traffic calming plan gets some new updates - Greater Greater Washington

Bloomingdale’s traffic calming plan gets some new updates - Greater Greater Washington Bloomingdale’s traffic calming plan gets some new updates By Nick Sementelli (Advocacy Committee) • August 20, 2020 Some additional traffic calming measures are …
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August 20, 2020 at 2:20 PM

Here are seven ways Montgomery County is changing - Greater Greater Washington

Here are seven ways Montgomery County is changing  - Greater Greater Washington Here are seven ways Montgomery County is changing By Dan Reed (Editorial Board) • August 19, 2020 More than 50 years ago, Montgomery County created a grand vis…
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August 19, 2020 at 2:28 PM

Langley Park’s residents are at risk for displacement - Greater Greater Washington

Langley Park’s residents are at risk for displacement  - Greater Greater Washington Langley Park’s residents are at risk for displacement By Carolyn Gallaher (Editorial Board) • August 18, 2020 Langley Park in Prince George’s County has weathered d…
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August 18, 2020 at 2:29 PM

Arlington takes stock of the county’s missing middle housing and its racial implications - Greater Greater Washington

Arlington takes stock of the county’s missing middle housing and its racial implications - Greater Greater Washington Arlington examines its missing middle housing, and its racial implications By Brian Goggin (Elections Committee, Community Engagement…
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August 17, 2020 at 2:08 PM

Business Improvement Districts are expanding across the Washington region. What’s a BID anyway? - Greater Greater Washington

Business Improvement Districts are expanding across the Washington region. What’s a BID anyway? - Greater Greater Washington Silver Spring wants to create a Business Improvement District. What is a BID anyway? By Dan Reed (Editorial Board) • August 14…
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August 15, 2020 at 1:15 PM

Why privatization has become the public housing solution du jour - Greater Greater Washington

Why privatization has become the public housing solution du jour - Greater Greater Washington There is still time to apply for GGWash's writer/editor position. Click here for more information. Here's our roundup of "must-read" posts from t…
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August 14, 2020 at 2:24 PM

Want to know what’s going on with urbanist issues where you live? Update your address with us - Greater Greater Washington

Want to know what’s going on with urbanist issues where you live? Update your address with us - Greater Greater Washington Do we have your address? By Alex Baca (Housing Program Organizer) • August 13, 2020 Having accurate, up-to-date address infor…
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August 13, 2020 at 2:13 PM

Why privatization has become the public housing solution du jour - Greater Greater Washington

Why privatization has become the public housing solution du jour - Greater Greater Washington Why privatization has become the public housing solution du jour By Nena Perry-Brown (Editorial Board) • August 12, 2020 Here is how the public sector shi…
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August 12, 2020 at 2:34 PM

Fells Point broadens its “al fresco nights” program to offer outdoor dining during the pandemic - Greater Greater Washington

Fells Point broadens its “al fresco nights” program to offer outdoor dining during the pandemic - Greater Greater Washington An al fresco program in Fells Point is expanded during the pandemic By Alex Holt (Maryland Correspondent) • August 11, 2020 …
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August 11, 2020 at 2:12 PM

How the Baltimore & Potomac Railroad and the Penn Line shaped the region’s suburbs - Greater Greater Washington

How the Baltimore & Potomac Railroad and the Penn Line shaped the region’s suburbs - Greater Greater Washington How the Baltimore & Potomac Railroad and the Penn Line shaped our suburbs By DW Rowlands (Contributor) • August 10, 2020 Much of…
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August 10, 2020 at 2:30 PM

How might DC rethink urban living after COVID-19? - Greater Greater Washington

How might DC rethink urban living after COVID-19? - Greater Greater Washington How might DC rethink urban living after COVID-19? By Seema Thomas (Guest Contributor) • August 7, 2020 With the coronavirus, the District is facing an unprecedented heal…
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August 8, 2020 at 1:32 PM

The Metro may have a certain visual aesthetic now, but it could have looked much different. - Greater Greater Washington

The Metro may have a certain visual aesthetic now, but it could have looked much different. - Greater Greater Washington Here's our roundup of "must-read" posts from the week: This week's "must-read" articles cover Metro's past, some present challenges on …
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August 7, 2020 at 2:06 PM

A survey reveals what it’s like to navigate work, home, and a pandemic in Tysons - Greater Greater Washington

A survey reveals what it’s like to navigate work, home, and a pandemic in Tysons - Greater Greater Washington A survey reveals what it’s like to navigate work, home, and a pandemic in Tysons By George Kevin Jordan (Editor) • August 6, 2020 What is …
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August 6, 2020 at 1:59 PM

DC driving citations spike during the early stages of COVID-19 - Greater Greater Washington

DC driving citations spike during the early stages of COVID-19 - Greater Greater Washington DC driving citations spike during the early stages of COVID-19 By Adrian Nesta (Guest Contributor) • August 5, 2020 With less cars on the road due to COVID-…
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August 5, 2020 at 2:19 PM

This video shows some of the challenges bicyclists face in Prince George’s County - Greater Greater Washington

This video shows some of the challenges bicyclists face in Prince George’s County - Greater Greater Washington This video shows some of the challenges bicyclists face in Prince George’s County By George Kevin Jordan (Editor) • August 4, 2020 Black …
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August 4, 2020 at 2:05 PM

This new website makes it easier to get information about your local ANC - Greater Greater Washington

This new website makes it easier to get information about your local ANC - Greater Greater Washington This new website makes it easier to get information about your local ANC By Devin Brady (Guest Contributor) • August 3, 2020 As the ANC election s…
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August 3, 2020 at 2:01 PM

We’re looking for a Writer/Editor to cover urbanist issues throughout the region. - Greater Greater Washington

We’re looking for a Writer/Editor to cover urbanist issues throughout the region. - Greater Greater Washington We’re looking for a Writer/Editor to cover urbanist issues throughout the region By George Kevin Jordan (Editor) • July 31, 2020 Greater …
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August 1, 2020 at 1:05 PM

Why Langley Park has been hit hard by COVID-19 - Greater Greater Washington

Why Langley Park has been hit hard by COVID-19 - Greater Greater Washington Here's our roundup of "must-read" posts from the week: This week, the region reckoned with several issues at the same time. Here's a snapshot of some of the stories we covered. La…
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July 31, 2020 at 2:16 PM

What is a feminist city? Author Leslie Kern explores how to make the region better for women. - Greater Greater Washington

What is a feminist city? Author Leslie Kern explores how to make the region better for women. - Greater Greater Washington “Feminist City” author Leslie Kern talks about how to make the region better for women By Elizabeth Whitton (Contributor) • July…
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July 30, 2020 at 2:20 PM

DC has committed to stop burning fossil fuels by 2050. Washington Gas has another plan. - Greater Greater Washington

DC has committed to stop burning fossil fuels by 2050. Washington Gas has another plan. - Greater Greater Washington DC has committed to stop burning fossil fuels by 2050, but has Washington Gas? By Mark Rodeffer (Editorial Board, Elections Committee)…
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July 29, 2020 at 1:56 PM

Fairfax County found a way to upzone in Tysons with minimal roadblocks - Greater Greater Washington

Fairfax County found a way to upzone in Tysons with minimal roadblocks - Greater Greater Washington Fairfax County found a way to upzone in Tysons with minimal roadblocks By Emily Hamilton (Correspondent) • July 28, 2020 Tysons has crafted a transi…
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July 28, 2020 at 2:36 PM

Why Langley Park has been hit hard by COVID-19 - Greater Greater Washington

Why Langley Park has been hit hard by COVID-19 - Greater Greater Washington Why Langley Park has been hit hard by COVID-19 By Carolyn Gallaher (Editorial Board) • July 27, 2020 Langley Park is a vibrant community in Prince George’s County where you…
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July 27, 2020 at 2:19 PM

Take a look at what Farragut Square looked like over 130 years ago - Greater Greater Washington

Take a look at what Farragut Square looked like over 130 years ago - Greater Greater Washington Take a look at what Farragut Square looked like over 130 years ago By Julie Strupp (Former Managing Editor) • July 24, 2020 Here are a few historical im…
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July 25, 2020 at 1:22 PM

Planners and business groups blast Union Station plans for having too much parking - Greater Greater Washington

Planners and business groups blast Union Station plans for having too much parking - Greater Greater Washington Here's our roundup of "must-read" posts from the week: This week, as temperatures rose, and rain pummeled the streets, the news in the region wa…
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July 24, 2020 at 3:13 PM

Watch out for those giant saw blades? - Greater Greater Washington

Watch out for those giant saw blades? - Greater Greater Washington The latest bike lane obstacle: giant saw blades By David Alpert (Executive Director) • July 24, 2020 People riding bicycles have to contend with a wide range of obstacles, from movi…
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July 23, 2020 at 2:18 PM

Mask wearing and systematic policies can prevent COVID-19, where shaming won’t - Greater Greater Washington

Mask wearing and systematic policies can prevent COVID-19, where shaming won’t - Greater Greater Washington Mask wearing and systematic policies can prevent COVID-19, where shaming won’t By Caitlin Rogger (Policy Manager) • July 22, 2020 Mask weari…
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July 22, 2020 at 2:37 PM

Public schools in Loudoun, Fairfax, and Montgomery Counties will be remote-only this fall- Greater Greater Washington

Public schools in Loudoun, Fairfax, and Montgomery Counties will be remote-only this fall- Greater Greater Washington Breakfast links: Loudoun, Fairfax, and Montgomery offer remote-only classes this fall By Nicole Cacozza (Contributor) • July 22, 2020 …
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July 21, 2020 at 2:01 PM

The DC Council is expected to take its first vote on a Vision Zero Omnibus bill Tuesday - Greater Greater Washington

The DC Council is expected to take its first vote on a Vision Zero Omnibus bill Tuesday - Greater Greater Washington The DC Council is expected to take its first vote on a Vision Zero Omnibus bill Tuesday By Alex Baca (Housing Program Organizer) • Jul…
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July 20, 2020 at 2:07 PM

How accessible is Metro anyway? - Greater Greater Washington

How accessible is Metro anyway? - Greater Greater Washington How accessible is Metro anyway? By Joanne Tang (Editorial Board) • July 19, 2020 Much more needs to be done to make local rail and bus systems truly accessible. For example, Metro’s 7000-…
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July 18, 2020 at 1:23 PM

Why this ANC commissioner is not running again, and why you should - Greater Greater Washington

Why this ANC commissioner is not running again, and why you should  - Greater Greater Washington Here's our roundup of "must-read" posts from the week: This week was full of big announcements, hidden tunnels, and inspiring residents who want to make a diff…
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July 17, 2020 at 2:20 PM

2020 at-large Council candidates tackle questions about homelessness, DC’s budget, and police reform - Greater Greater Washington

2020 at-large Council candidates tackle questions about homelessness, DC’s budget, and police reform - Greater Greater Washington 2020 at-large Council candidates discuss DC’s budget, police reform By Alex Baca (Housing Program Organizer) • July 16, 2…
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July 16, 2020 at 2:01 PM

Why I’m not running for ANC commissioner again. And why you should. - Greater Greater Washington

Why I’m not running for ANC commissioner again. And why you should. - Greater Greater Washington Why I’m not running for ANC commissioner again. And why you should. By Nick Cheolas (Guest Contributor) • July 15, 2020 It was October 24, 2018, less t…
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July 15, 2020 at 2:14 PM

Our founder and executive director David Alpert plans to step down from GGWash in the near future - Greater Greater Washington

Our founder and executive director David Alpert plans to step down from GGWash in the near future - Greater Greater Washington I’m planning to step down from Greater Greater Washington By David Alpert (Executive Director) • July 14, 2020 Within six…
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July 14, 2020 at 2:04 PM

How mask shaming distracts from better policy and equity - Greater Greater Washington

How mask shaming distracts from better policy and equity - Greater Greater Washington How mask shaming distracts from better policy and equity By Caitlin Rogger (Policy Manager) • July 13, 2020 People say “wear a damn mask” a lot these days. Does r…
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July 13, 2020 at 2:08 PM

Advocates push for 19 additional miles of shared streets in Montgomery County - Greater Greater Washington

Advocates push for 19 additional miles of shared streets in Montgomery County - Greater Greater Washington Advocates push for 19 additional miles of shared streets in MoCo By Jane Lyons (Guest Contributor), Alison Gillespie (Advocacy Committee) • July…
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July 11, 2020 at 1:19 PM

What the heck is upzoning, anyway? - Greater Greater Washington

What the heck is upzoning, anyway? - Greater Greater Washington Here's our roundup of "must-read" posts from the week: We're in the thick of summer and that means sweltering heat, mosquitoes, and thankfully, some awesome articles for you to read. For exa…
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July 10, 2020 at 2:00 PM

DC will add quick-build bus lanes as part of its COVID-19 response - Greater Greater Washington

DC will add quick-build bus lanes as part of its COVID-19 response - Greater Greater Washington DC will add quick-build bus lanes as part of its COVID-19 response By Caitlin Rogger (Policy Manager) • July 9, 2020 Buses and cyclists will soon have a…
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July 9, 2020 at 1:58 PM

What’s unique about GGWash? - Greater Greater Washington

What’s unique about GGWash? - Greater Greater Washington What’s unique about GGWash? By David Alpert (Executive Director) • July 8, 2020 Is there something unique about GGWash’s approach that lets us be particularly effective? This was the sixth qu…
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July 8, 2020 at 2:20 PM

Can Richmond’s pandemic bike boom last? - Greater Greater Washington

Can Richmond’s pandemic bike boom last? - Greater Greater Washington Can Richmond’s pandemic bike boom last? By Wyatt Gordon (Virginia Correspondent) • July 7, 2020 With the safety of indoor fitness facilities in question and transit riders seeking…
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July 7, 2020 at 1:55 PM

How can GGWash make a difference in the future? - Greater Greater Washington

How can GGWash make a difference in the future? - Greater Greater Washington How can GGWash make a difference in the future? By David Alpert (Executive Director) • July 6, 2020 As part of a strategic planning effort, I asked staff, board members, a…
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July 6, 2020 at 2:06 PM

What do you think are GGWash’s best achievements? - Greater Greater Washington

What do you think are GGWash’s best achievements? - Greater Greater Washington What do you think are GGWash’s best achievements? By David Alpert (Executive Director) • July 2, 2020 Greater Greater Washington is working on some strategic planning, a…
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July 2, 2020 at 2:00 PM

These maps show how public housing was manipulated to segregate DC - Greater Greater Washington

These maps show how public housing was manipulated to segregate DC - Greater Greater Washington These maps show how public housing was manipulated to segregate DC By Meena Morar (Fellow) • July 1, 2020 Since it was created for white families during…
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July 1, 2020 at 2:10 PM

As Virginia’s eviction moratorium ends, the state scrambles to offer relief to those in need - Greater Greater Washington

As Virginia’s eviction moratorium ends, the state scrambles to offer relief to those in need - Greater Greater Washington As VA’s eviction moratorium ends, the state scrambles to assist those in need By Joanne Tang (Editorial Board) • June 30, 2020 …
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June 30, 2020 at 2:01 PM

DC’s air is cleaner now. Can biking, walking, and transit help keep the pollution at bay? - Greater Greater Washington

DC’s air is cleaner now. Can biking, walking, and transit help keep the pollution at bay? - Greater Greater Washington DC’s air is cleaner now. Can biking and transit help keep the pollution at bay? By Ethan Goffman (Contributor) • June 29, 2020 A …
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June 29, 2020 at 2:22 PM

Here’s a snapshot of how the Silver Line has impacted the Metrorail system and Tysons commuters - Greater Greater Washington

Here’s a snapshot of how the Silver Line has impacted the Metrorail system and Tysons commuters - Greater Greater Washington Here’s how the Silver Line has impacted the Metrorail system and Tysons commuters By Emily Hamilton (Correspondent) • June 26,…
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June 27, 2020 at 1:17 PM

Here's why public housing in the US was destined to fail - Greater Greater Washington

Here's why public housing in the US was destined to fail - Greater Greater Washington Here's our roundup of "must-read" posts from the week: This year's July Fourth celebration may still be several days off, but this week's must-read posts are popping and…
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June 26, 2020 at 2:11 PM

Why are you part of the GGWash community? - Greater Greater Washington

Why are you part of the GGWash community? - Greater Greater Washington Why are you part of the GGWash community? By David Alpert (Executive Director) • June 25, 2020 The GGWash staff and board have been embarking on a process of thinking through ou…