DC announces new grant opportunity for businesses that move or expand downtown. Ribbon-cutting held to celebrate new Acela train platform in Baltimore. Arlington looks to loosen regulations to fill its vacant office space.
Pilot study finds air pollution variances across DC neighborhoods, identifying hotspots near high-traffic roads. Chesapeake Bay reports smallest recorded aquatic ‘dead zone.’ National Park Service fences off Georgetown ‘graffiti cliffs.’
Maryland advocates release detailed climate action plan covering several areas of concern. Greater Baltimore Council convenes summit on transportation and economic development. Alexandria provides an early look at 2024 complete streets projects.
Amtrak’s attempts to gain more control of Union Station continue in court. WMATA reviewing signage, considering adding numbers or letters to Metro lines. Business owners along H Street NE raise concerns about ANC handling of liquor licenses for Black-owned businesses.
DC curbside compost program has begun. Some DC pools and spray parks staying open past Labor Day to help residents cope with the heat. Northern Virginia’s data center demand rising, exceeding region’s projected electrical capacity.