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Jul 24, 2023

Drivers Using D.C.’s Bus-Only Lanes Will Now Be Caught On Camera

For now, car drivers will receive only warnings for parking in or driving through bus-only lanes. They will start receiving fines in September.

May 28, 2021

D.C. DMV Brings Back Parallel Parking Requirement For Driving Skills Test

Only new drivers or those whose licenses have been expired more than a year and a half need to take the skills test.

May 05, 2020

Union Station, D.C.’s Grand Crossroads, Is Brought To A Standstill By The Coronavirus

The city’s most iconic transit hub is a shell of its usual self, even as trains and buses are still running.

Mar 02, 2020

It’s Warm Outside And Street Sweeping Is Back

Spring is coming. Don’t forget to move your car.

Aug 02, 2019

Demand-Based Parking Is Coming To Chinatown/Penn Quarter

Prices in the area will soon range from $1 to $7 an hour depending on the spot and time of day.

May 02, 2019

D.C. Council May Hike Cost Of Residential Parking Permits

The price would increase for each additional car registered to an address.

Apr 22, 2019

When The Great Blue/Yellow Line Station Closure Hits, Metro Is Hoping Free Parking Will Dull The Pain

The Metro Executive Board voted on Thursday to temporarily waive all parking fees at Franconia-Springfield, Huntington, and Van Dorn Street stations.

Oct 03, 2018

The Capitals Home Opener Will Bring Lots Of Fans And Street Closures Tonight

Here’s what you need to know if you’re going to the game, or traveling through the area.

Oct 04, 2017

D.C. Experiments With A New Drop-Off Zone In Dupont Circle

It will be in place overnight on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays.

Sep 28, 2017

Now There’s A Text Worse Than ‘U Up?’ And It’s ‘Ur Car Was Towed’

“We know it’s not always a fun process but we want to make it as smooth as possible.”

 
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