In this week’s Washington’s Homemade Records: A look at the unique blend of prog rock, hard funk, and jazz of Paradigm and Wicked Witch.

Unsurprisingly, Flickr user intemporelle hit the trifecta with the three photos she uploaded to the DCist pool yesterday, which also reminded us that it’s about time to get some seasonal photos up in here. It’s interesting to see our contributors taking bets on Photo of the Day selections, but though the pumpkin patch baby was a strong contender (along with this sweet one), this Wicked Witch image has the pitch-perfect hint of Halloween spookiness….

Good morning Washington, the good weather is continuing, according to Capital Weather. This photo, by Matthew Bradley posted in DCist Photos via Flickr, shows somebody repairing a security camera at the National Archives. Ding, Dong, the ‘Wicked Witch’ Is Dead! While the recent firing of the District’s taxicab commission chairman, Lee Williams, probably won’t signal any sweeping reforms in the immediate short term, those familiar with the “dysfunctional” agency say the move was necessary….