Snow is pretty, but we're ready for the melt.

NATIONAL LINKS: Housing costs affect state-to-state migration. Researchers model pedestrian activity in New York City. Cities could secure more transportation money.

BREAKFAST LINKS 2/13/26: Racketeering lawsuit looks to dismantle DC "slumlord empire." Winter weather yields potholes across Washington region. Noise pollution in Fairfax County could ease with flight path changes.

Employers, did you know GGWash has a career board? Post your job opportunities: ggwash.org/careerboard

Tired of navigating treacherous crosswalks and unpaved bike lanes? Sit yourself down somewhere cozy and enjoy Junctions!

This week: DC mayoral candidate questionnaires; finally, a protected bike lane on 11th Street NW; starter homes and good cause eviction; and join us for Lobby Day in Annapolis next month.

NoMA is a top-tier recovery model, and Crystal City is an unexpected flop.

BREAKFAST LINKS 2/12/26: Plans filed for 263-unit apartment building at West Falls Church Metro. Moore calls for more housing near transit, modernizing Baltimore light rail. Three housing projects, three paths in Tenleytown and AU Park.

Follow us down the road one driver took to charge his electric vehicle the right way in DC.

BREAKFAST LINKS 2/11/26: Homes prices rise in Washington region. Red light cameras approved in Herndon. Hospital affiliate buys vacant fast food lot in Northeast DC.

We're supporting Governor Moore's Starter and Silver Homes Act, which will make it easier to more homes for more budgets in Maryland neighborhoods. Here's what we'll say at Thursday's public hearing

BREAKFAST LINKS 2/10/26: Former hospital could become senior living in Prince George's County. Cracked sewage tunnel closes lanes on 14th Street NW. Car tax set to remain in Virginia.

More bicycling benefits everyone, including this non-rider:

BREAKFAST LINKS 2/9/26: Virginia advances "housing near jobs" zoning reform. Baltimore list calls out worst-offender landlords. Fines resume for snow-covered DC sidewalks.

Our best shots of Parking Scarecrows, or Snowcrows, in this week's Photo Friday.

NATIONAL LINKS: How much should a trash can cost? Mixed-income public housing shows long-term benefits. Denver’s mayor gets low transportation score.

BREAKFAST LINKS 2/6/26: Elevators remain unusable in Mount Vernon Triangle apartments. Landlords barred from early renewal requests in College Park. Fairfax County leaders affirm WMATA's importance.

You know what's not affected by slick ice and bitingly cold temperatures? This week's Junctions game!

This week on Do Something: take Metro's rider survey; join our team as a DC organizer; and come lobby with us in Annapolis next month

Northern Virginia Families for Safe Streets tracks near-miss incidents to identify hot spots where pedestrians and cyclists are at risk and to inform priorities for road safety improvements.

BREAKFAST LINKS 2/5/26: Multiple residential conversions on the books in Georgetown. E-scooters, e-bikes could come to Falls Church. Sidewalk snow, city bus issues affect Baltimore students.

More than 90% of Maryland voters say the cost of buying or renting a home is a problem–and they support Governor Moore's proposals to boost homebuilding near transit and create more lower-cost starter homes

BREAKFAST LINKS 2/4/26: Dominion makes new W&OD tree deal. Many bus stops remain inaccessible after storm. Building permit revoked at possible ICE site in Howard County.

It took custom-built tools to analyze DC eviction filings since 2019. As DC rolls back tenant protections, that's a problem.

Since 2020, this game has encouraged non-car travel and people-first transportation and infrastructure.

BREAKFAST LINKS 2/3/26: Bike lane linked to Purple Line approved in Montgomery County. Mixed-income housing development weighed in Falls Church. For-sale Alexandria office could become residential conversion.

A neglected retail strip on Georgia Avenue is a reminder that urbanism in suburbia is not new.

Play through the city with TranspoBINGO 2026. Clear out invasive vines on our bike trails. Ride with Ward 5 Family Biking. See what we're doing in MD at the GGWash Prince George's Happy Hour. In community events.

BREAKFAST LINKS 2/2/26: Temporary apartment-to-hotel conversion possible in Rosslyn. Snow removal in DC adds heavy machinery. Howard County Council could block detention center permits.

The DC urbanist vote is there for the taking in 2026. That base is looking for a mayor who means it.

It's snow central this Photo Friday.

JOB ALERT! Campaign Operations & Communications Manager at Virginians Organized for Interfaith Community Engagement (VOICE) . Find the details for this and other jobs on our career board. [ad]

NATIONAL LINKS: AI could draft regulations at the DOT. Electric cars reduce California air pollution. In Twin Cities, ICE compromises transportation, public spaces.

BREAKFAST LINKS 1/30/26: Study shows connection between income, commuting in Washington region. Apartments pitched to replace office buildings in Bethesda. DC cites unique conditions to explain snow response issues.

Put down your snow shovel, grab a mug of hot cocoa, and enjoy this week's Junctions game:

JOB ALERT! Development Manager at Greater Greater Washington. Find the details for this and other jobs on our career board. [ad]

CaBi had its fourth consecutive year of record annual ridership in 2025.

BREAKFAST LINKS 1/29/26: WSSC Water deals with 40+ water main breaks. DC hauls snow to RFK Stadium site as crews battle "snowcrete." Public hearings coming for multi-use project on Langston Boulevard.

This week on Do Something: Wednesday's happy hour has been rescheduled; give Metro your two cents; join us for Lobby Day in Annapolis; and come and work with us!

The bus makes our region a more accessible place, including during nasty winter weather. Icy berms, however, cancel out much of that accessibility.

The traditional housing abundance playbook can and should be adapted to Baltimore in ways that speak to the city’s specific needs.

BREAKFAST LINKS 1/28/26: Inspectors can fine DC businesses that don’t shovel snow. Report recommends restricting data centers in Prince George's County. Office for sale in Farragut Square could be redeveloped.

as I look out at my still unplowed street, I'm bummed to announce that we have to cancel our @ggwash.org happy hour tomorrow night at Denizens Brewing Company in Riverdale. the good news: we've rescheduled for Wednesday, February 11! see you there? secure.everyaction.com/nRncO9C6W0q0...

DC is the only major US city without a secondary source of water. Shifting weather patterns and increased water demand may be putting our region’s water supply system at risk.

BREAKFAST LINKS 1/27/26: Apartment project approved for site of Rosslyn motel. Stalled public housing in Northeast could get new developer. WMATA service remains limited following storm.

The second span of Long Bridge will double rail capacity across the Potomac. It's not the first attempt to build a second rail crossing of the river.

BREAKFAST LINKS 1/26/26: Rebuild of Chevy Chase's Civic Core gets developer. Dashboard covers communities in Montgomery County. Tysons casino bill advances in subcommittee.

The Greater and Lesser Washington Flickr pool is in great shape this week.

NATIONAL LINKS: New York really is unique on housing. To serve seniors, US should change transportation, zoning, housing rules. Chicago won't buy back parking meters.

BREAKFAST LINKS 1/23/26: Major office-to-residential conversion breaks ground in DC. Tenant awarded over $250k in Baltimore junk fee case. Vacant office building to be fully converted to Alexandria housing.