The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) and Purple Line have provided the most recent update regarding July road access alerts due to purple line construction. The full update can be seen below:
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The Washington Nationals have announced the firing of General Manager Mike Rizzo and Manager Dave Martinez. In a statement, Nats owner Mark D. Lerner cited the need for a “fresh approach and new energy.”
A 19-year-old Maryland man has been arrested in connection with an illegal car rally during Super Bowl LVIII celebrations, resulting in firearm-related charges in Maryland and pending extradition to Pennsylvania for additional charges. (more…)
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Metro has announced a new progress report highlighting “three years of success for Metro’s joint development real estate program.” The program has delivered eight projects in three years totaling 1,490 residential units (813 affordable) and 1 million square feet of office space, resulting in $15 million in new annual tax revenue for local jurisdictions according to a new progress report on Metro’s 10-Year Strategic Plan. (more…)
The Washington Commanders are generating significant excitement regarding their alternate jerseys, particularly for the 2025 season. Multiple reliable sources, including local sports insider Kevin Sheehan, strongly suggest the team will introduce alternate uniforms next year that evoke their classic burgundy and gold aesthetic from the pre-Commanders rebrand era, specifically resembling the post-Redskins Washington Football Team’s look. Now, a report states that the new alternate jerseys and helmets will be unveiled on July 9th.
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The Capital Beltway, officially designated as I-495, is a major highway that encircles Washington DC and its inner suburbs in Maryland and Virginia. When you’re driving on the Beltway, you’ll often hear references to the “inner loop” and the “outer loop.” These terms simply describe the direction of travel around the circular highway. Below, we explain what they mean.
The FBI and the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) on July 1 announced the selection of the Ronald Reagan Building complex in Washington, D.C., as the new location for FBI Headquarters. This marks a significant change from previous plans, which under the Biden administration had selected a site in Greenbelt, Maryland, for a new purpose-built suburban campus.
Terry Crews’ professional football career, spanning from 1991 to 1996, laid the foundation for his eventual transition into Hollywood stardom. Drafted by the Los Angeles Rams in the 11th round of the 1991 NFL Draft, Crews played as a defensive end and linebacker for several teams. His time with the Washington Redskins in 1995 marked a significant chapter in his football journey, a period he recently reflected on through a poignant social media post featuring legendary Brian Mitchell (full post available below).
Ramen by Uzu, renowned for being one of the best ramen restaurants in the area according to The Washington Post, has expanded from its original location inside Union Market to include an additional location at 3210 Grace St NW in Georgetown. Chef Hiro Mitsui, the culinary mind behind Uzu and a resident of Silver Spring, has expressed his ambition to open a location in Montgomery County soon.
The future of the Commanders stadium at the RFK site in Washington, DC, is currently in the hands of the DC Council, and they’re not in a hurry. Today, the two sides met at Cafe Milano to discuss the possible move, and Julie Donaldson reports that the DMV’s very own Wale was present at the meeting.
Earlier this year, The Capital Wheel at National Harbor relaunched with an all new, $1M light package with significant technological upgrades. The 180-foot iconic observation wheel now has additional lights allowing more dynamic light shows with high-speed animations, custom messages and vibrant displays.