No, you're not going crazy -- the District is getting some new street signs. But what gives with one that popped up on New Hampshire Avenue this week?
What the Font is With Those Street Signs?
It's Getting Cold Out There, But How Cold are the Roads?
With snow expected to start falling and the District sure to empty out ahead of the afternoon rush, the D.C. Department of Transportation wants you to know which roads are safe to drive on.
Less Snow Means Fewer Dollars Spent Dealing With It
The lack of snow this winter may be depressing for those of us who like winter sports or snow days, but local governments certainly aren't shedding a tear.
Broad Branch Road Reopens to Great Fanfare
If you don't often drive through or near Rock Creek Park on your daily commute, the fact that Broad Branch Road reopened to traffic today might not be a big deal. But for those that do, it's a huge deal.
DDOT Explores How to Build a Better M Street
DDOT is studying what to do with M Street SW/SE as the Southwest Waterfront and Navy Yard become more populated. Longtime residents are worried about their parking spaces.
OMG It's Snowing! Let's Freak Out! Or Not
There's a flurry in D.C. right now. Naturally, every news website is doing something about it. So here's ours.
Parkmobile Insists That It's Safe to Use
There's a very slim chance you'll get a ticket if you use pay-by-phone app Parkmobile, insist company officials.
Paying for Parking May Not Stop You From Getting a Ticket
The District's new Parkmobile app, which allows you to use your smart phone to pay for parking, is awesome. Except for when it doesn't stop you from getting a parking ticket.
Czech Uprising Over DDOT's Streetcar Purchase
The Czech firm that built the District's first batch of streetcars is mad that it lost out on the bid to build the latest pair, the Washington Business Journal reports.
Cheh Grills DPW and DDOT Officials on Snow Readiness
On the second anniversary of a cop bringing a gun to a snowball fight, Ward 3 Councilwoman Mary Cheh questioned the directors of DPW and DDOT today about the city's preparedness for winter storms. DPW chief William Howland recommended listening to weather reports.
New Bike Lanes Roll Along in 2012
TBD's got the news that new and improved bicycle lanes are coming to D.C. in 2012, notably along L and M Streets NW.
D.C. Snow Team, Deploy!
With snow in the forecast late tonight and early tomorrow, the District will deploy it's snow-removing team tonight just in case.
No, the Streetcar Will Not Be Heading Up Third Street
When Councilmember Tommy Wells (D-Ward 6) stated in no uncertain terms yesterday that he wouldn't let the H Street NE streetcar travel up Third Street NE on its way to Union Station, it may have seemed like a good ol' community fight was in the brewing.
Where Are Those Streetcars Going?
Plenty of folks still want to know one simple thing -- where are the H Street NE streetcars going to end up?
Broad Branch Road to Close Monday
If you use Broad Branch Road to get to and from work, be forewarned -- it's going to close this weekend for five weeks worth of repairs.
Occupy Protests Have Cost D.C. Nearly $1 Million
What have all the additional police, sanitation and traffic enforcement officers used in connection with Occupy DC cost the District? Almost $1 million, so far.
Artistic Bike Racks Pop Up Throughout D.C.
As more and more people in the District ride their bikes to work, there has been a small but growing move towards creating and installing creative and neighborhood-defining bike racks.
They Are Fully Bonded and Licensed By The City
Sure, we know it's sunny outside right now. But, according to reliable reports, certain areas of the Washington metro region may in be store for a rare October Class 3 Killstorm this weekend.
All Our Bridges Are Falling Apart (But They're Working On It)
If your commute includes crossing over a river or gap around Washington, there were certainly some concerning headlines to be read this morning.
Key Bridge Welcome Sign Vandalized Again
A new sign on the Key Bridge welcoming drivers to the District was vandalized over the weekend, treating commuters to an anti-war message this morning.
Arlington Approves Capital Bikeshare Expansion
Capital Bikeshare marches on with its expansion across the D.C.-area with today's expected approval to expand its presence in Arlington County. The plan, approved by The Arlington County Board, calls for 30 new stations and 190 bikes at the cost of $1.2 million in federal grant funds. The new stations are planned to be in place by next summer, just in time for biking weather.
Georgia Avenue Streetcar May Move Up on List
The City Paper reports on a development that will fascinate both homeowners along Georgia Avenue and streetcar-watchers across the city -- the planned redevelopment of the Walter Reed Army Medical Center might push plans for a streetcar up the commercial corridor higher on the city's list of priorities.
Welcome to the 'Welcome to Washington, D.C.' Sign
For years the crossing the Key Bridge northbound had been a relatively understated affair -- at no point were you welcomed to the District, as you would be coming into the city from a number of other directions. (Or as you're welcomed to Virginia crossing southbound.)
Ditch the Quarters, D.C.
Join the parking revolution, people -- everyone is paying by phone these days.
War on Drivers Escalates: Capital Bikeshare to Expand
During yesterday's one-year birthday party for Capital Bikeshare, Terry Bellamy, the director of the D.C. Department of Transportation, had big news -- 50 more stations and 500 more bikes will be added to the system in early 2012.
Capital Bikeshare Marks First Birthday With One Millionth Ride
On this day last year, District officials launched Capital Bikeshare, an initiative premised on an elementary concept -- people sharing bikes.
Columbus Circle/Plaza Rehabilitation Begins Monday
Huzzah! Work to rehabilitate Columbus Plaza, which has been called "the city's most embarrassingly neglected public space," is scheduled to finally begin on Monday.
Report: Bikeshare Coming to the National Mall, Possibly "Early Next Year"
It appears as if the National Park Service has backtracked on previous statements that the installation of a Capital Bikeshare station located on the National Mall would "destroy the nature" of America's backyard.

