Inside the data influencing the push for TOPA reform in DC
Councilmember Robert White is advocating for sweeping exemptions to the 1980 Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act, aligning with landlord groups and arguing that Mayor Bowser’s proposal to roll back TOPA protections isn’t a big enough overhaul. His stance comes despite a 2023 Council-funded study that showed TOPA’s role in protecting over 16,000 affordable units and empowering tenants. (Suzie Amanuel / City Paper)
Metrorail expands service with longer hours, more frequent trains
Metrorail now opens at 6:00 am on Saturdays and Sundays and closes at 2:00 am on Fridays and Saturdays. The Red and Silver lines will also run more frequently during peak hours. Also, half of Silver Line…..