Good morning, Washington. Yesterday we started the Morning Roundup by noting the early stages of what seems likely to be the end of Sen. Larry Craig’s political career. Today we have cheerier news: the resumption of another senator’s work. Sen. Tim Johnson is back on the job after suffering a brain hemorrhage eight months ago.
D.C. Has A Budget Surplus: NBC4 has the goods. Apparently the city collected about $100 million more in tax revenues than anticipated. City officials aren’t commenting yet, but we’re sure they’re already thinking about how to spend it.
Final Word On Metro Problems?: We’re not at all sure that it will be, but yesterday afternoon’s press conference at least tried to put the issue to rest. The Post recounts the details: aging equipment failed to handle a power surge that may have been caused by lightning. Officials stressed the unusual nature of the problems, and that the incidents were purely accidental in nature.
Protest At P.G. County Gun Shop: The AP, via WTOP, brings word of a protest outside of Realco, the gun store closest to the District border. About 100 protestors turned out to voice their dissatisfaction with the business, which they say has sold a disproportionately large number of guns used in crimes. The event was organized by Jesse Jackson’s Rainbow/PUSH Coalition, which was running similar rallies across the country to commemorate the anniversary of Dr. King’s March on Washington.
Briefly Noted: Charles Ramsey considered for Baltimore police chief position… Judge says Va. transportation authority can levy taxes… Va. launches DUI checkpoint campaign… Md. teacher pleads guilty to sex with student… Marie Callender pies recalled due to bacteria…
This Day In DCist: One year ago we were encouraging you to eat for a good cause and talking to Courtney Jordan. Two years ago a new contributor reviewed Pesce and we welcomed the Post’s Fairfax blog to the internet.
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