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Region’s lawmakers look for ways to make it easier to redevelop churches to include affordable housing. Alexandria seeks public feedback on West End plan by March 31. Maryland leaders concerned about lack of revenue-generating measures for state’s $10B climate plan.

All new cars in Greater Washington must be zero-emission by 2035. Virginia legislators to introduce bill to extend massive Alexandria sewer tunnel project. Floating pier proposed for Rio Lakefront in Gaithersburg. 

DC region aims for 250,000 solar roofs by 2030. Arlington, Alexandria, and DC among top destinations for new millennial residents in 2022. Streateries may be preventing vehicle crashes in Georgetown. 

WMATA launches first two in-service electric Metrobuses on DC’s W4 bus route.  Maryland Senate President pledges to increase financial contributions to WMATA in 2024. Amazon HQ2 is no longer significantly affecting home values.

Maryland advocates release detailed climate action plan covering several areas of concern. Greater Baltimore Council convenes summit on transportation and economic development. Alexandria provides an early look at 2024 complete streets projects.

In a press conference, Guilderland Police Department says a 33-year-old has been charged with attempted murder, saying he fired multiple shots in his room while

Blue Line investments pitched as reason for Commanders to stay in Prince George’s. Restrictive covenant used to block duplex construction in Arlington. College Park delays decision on contentious urban renewal powers.

Maryland DOT is applying for federal funds to widen I-495 and replace the American Legion Bridge. Environmental report released for Crystal City-to-DCA pedestrian bridge. “Build-to-rent” project coming to Ashburn.

Condos drive price appreciation in DC real estate market since 2022. Man critically injured after being struck by Red Line train.  Flooding becoming more of a threat in majority-Black and Latino neighborhoods in the District.

WMATA releases analysis of six capital improvement and expansion plans. Some Chevy Chase DC residents push back against affordable housing above community center. Maryland replacing “Frankensteined” highway guardrails that can make car crashes more deadly.