up to 11 people shot across from Big Ben Liquors

See this crime news item from the Washington Post — “Truxton Circle” is explicitly mentioned. Up to 11 people shot on D.C. street corner overnight By Peter Hermann, Monday, March 11, 7:02 AM D.C. police are investigating a shooting on a busy downtown street corner overnight that left as many as 11 people wounded, one … More up to 11 people shot across from Big Ben Liquors

Kuumba Invites You to Shomari’s Artist Talk & Demo

Free Gift to the 1st 9 patrons! Kuumba Kollectibles 312 Florida Ave NW / Washington, DC 20001 SHOMARI’s Artist Talk & Demonstration Friday March 22, 2013 / 6:30 – 8:30pm Come Early, space is limited Free Gift for the first nine patrons & There will be a raffle for a Shomari original! friend on Facebook … More Kuumba Invites You to Shomari’s Artist Talk & Demo

robbery snatch at Tiffany Mimi-Mart on 2/16/2013; robber subsequently arrested

From: “Jeter, Bryant (MPD)” To: “mpd-5d@yahoogroups.com” Sent: Tuesday, March 5, 2013 8:41 PM Subject: [MPD-5D] 5D Robbery Snatch On Saturday, February 16, 2013 there was a “Robbery Snatch” at 1426 North Capitol st., NW. (Tiffany’s Mini-Mart), an individual came into the store and snatched approximately $200.00 from the cash register and five 5 Hour Energy … More robbery snatch at Tiffany Mimi-Mart on 2/16/2013; robber subsequently arrested

DC Snow Team Deploys Tues., March 5th At 11 PM

DC Snow Team Deploys Tues., March 5th At 11 PM The District Snow Team (Department of Public Works and the District Department of Transportation) will deploy about 230 plows citywide starting tonight at 11 pm. Forecasters predict rain Tuesday evening, followed by a rain/snow mix after 11 pm. Heavy, wet snow is expected to start … More DC Snow Team Deploys Tues., March 5th At 11 PM

[MPD-5D] Significant Arrest made in a Home Break In by 5D Day Watch Officers

Significant Arrest made in a Home Break In by 5D Day Watch Officers Today Tuesday, March 5, 2013 Burglary: 1700 block of I St., NW [PSA 501]  A Complainant reported to MPD that he was observed a male suspect enter a home and notified MPD. 5D Units were patrolling the area, rushed to this location … More [MPD-5D] Significant Arrest made in a Home Break In by 5D Day Watch Officers

Weather Advisory

Dear Consumers,  The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Watch for the Washington Metropolitan area from 6:00 p.m.,Tuesday, March 5, through the evening of Wednesday, March 6. The potential impact of the impending winter storm is heavy wet snow and gusty winds, which could lead to power outages and difficult driving conditions. OPC … More Weather Advisory

Metro Access service cancelled on Wednesday

Metro News Release For immediate release: March 5, 2013 MetroAccess service cancelled on Wednesday Due to the expected winter storm and potentially difficult road conditions, Metro is canceling all MetroAccess paratransit service on Wednesday, March 6. Customers who wish to reschedule their trip for a future date should call the MetroAccess reservations center at 301-562-5360. … More Metro Access service cancelled on Wednesday

Preparation For Upcoming Winter Storm

Hello Ward 5 Neighbors, The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for the Washington Metropolitan Area from Tuesday evening to Wednesday evening. Heavy snow and extremely strong winds are expected until Wednesday evening. Heavy, wet snow, ice, and high winds can bring tree limbs into contact with power lines to cause power … More Preparation For Upcoming Winter Storm