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Good morning, Washington. Given that the Metro system was already unusually full by yesterday afternoon, we’re guessing that D.C. is going to be a bit of a ghost town today. If you’re unlucky enough to still be stuck in the office, we hope the empty halls and cubicles at least provide a peaceful day before you cut out early.

Pollin Remembered: The Post has a lengthy and glowing reflection on the life and career of the just-passed Abe Pollin: sports franchise owner, philanthropist, real estate developer and longtime Washingtonian. It’s nearly enough to make you forget the ridiculousness of the Wizards’ name! It’s worth a read, as is Harry Jaffe’s brief piece on Pollin in the Examiner.

Motivations for K Street Disruption Remain Unknown: As you probably remember, yesterday a man parked a van in the middle of K Street, climbed on top, demanded 200 million dollars and began throwing molotov cocktails. It was… unusual. Details on his motivation are still in short supply, but Fox 5 at least lets us know that the man’s name is Kyung Song Kil, and that he said he was owed the money for “harassment.”

Briefly Noted: 71 year-old questioned about “bizarre kissing incidents“… Arrest made in ’97 murder case thanks to enhanced surveillance tape (NBC4 claims credit)… Barry’s turkey giveaway unable to meet demand… Arrest made in death of 84 year-old man… P.G. County government cancels go-go show…

This Day In DCist: One year ago K Street suffered a dim-witted criminal and we offered some turkey-frying tips.