- The zoo is increasing security after two teenagers were shot Saturday night as hundreds of people came to see the ZooLights. [FOX 5/NBC Washington]
- Homicides and assaults with a firearm are up compared to last year. [WTOP]
- Where to see holiday lights. [Curbed]
- Community members are concerned about DPR taking over Duke Ellington’s athletic field. [WCP]
- We’re ringing in December with some cold weather—maybe even snow. [CWG]
- Call Your Mother is offering evidence that their line won’t be a bother at the new location in Georgetown. [Popville]
- Washington’s football team is on a (short, but real) winning streak. [FOX 5]
- A roadside zoo in Maryland is preparing to give up its animals after a judge ruled that it violated the Endangered Species Act. [Post]
- After a series of #MeToo allegations destroyed his reputation and his businesses in D.C., Chef Mike Isabella has opened up a new restaurant in Florida. [Eater]
- Hagerstown Regional Airport got kicked off a federal subsidy program, and now they’re going to court. [Post]
- Phase 2 of the Wharf has got its contractors. [WBJ]
- The science of calling a snow day. [Post]
- ICYMI: A pastor who helped shut down an abusive D.C. orphanage has passed away.
- ICYMI: The D.C. Attorney General’s office is suing Juul.
- This Day in DCist: Metro eliminated paper farecards.
Natalie Delgadillo