How the first urban public transportation system failed. Multimodal infrastructure induces demand, too. Urban development planned at former Toronto airport.

Trail extension canceled in Fairfax City. Leaders seek reliable funding for homelessness services in Washington region. Local nonprofit helps residents secure, maintain housing in Montgomery County.

Cold weather is one of several environmental factors that affects housing stability in DC. Lead and mold are also among the ...

DC hires master planner for RFK campus. Residents talk road safety at Montgomery County town hall. Arlington home sales up in 2025.

Netflix has plans to set up shop downtown, just a few blocks away from other tech outposts (and the White House). If it comes to pass, the marriage of arts and economic development as official ...

Dan Deutsch is an associate at Public Sphere Projects, an urban planning and placemaking consultancy. Before moving to DC, Dan grew up around Hartford, CT and has a Master of Regional Planning from ...

The DC Office of Planning provides details on its proposed changes in the Rock Creek West planning area, which are back before the Zoning Commission in early 2026.

Work progresses on Potomac River runoff tunnel. New entrance for Bethesda Metro station requires complicated work. Residential redevelopment plan stalls along Arlington’s Columbia Pike.

What housing, transportation, or land use policies do you want DC’s next mayor to pursue? Check out these ideas from some members of GGWash’s Discord, then do some brainstorming of your own.

Over the weekend, several members of GGWash’s staff attended TransportationCamp DC 2026. Join us for some reflections.

Housing shortage threatens Washington region’s economic future. Compliance officer at DCHA put on leave while investigating potential fraud. Pedestrian, cyclist fatalities slightly up in Montgomery ...

Weekend Metrorail closures coming to Crystal City, National Airport. Scam victims caught up in law aimed at hastening Maryland evictions. Landlord issues, trash pileups among concerns on Bowser’s ...