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D.C. to test bike share program ditching docking stations

The D.C. Department of Transportation is testing a "dockless" bike system beginning next week allowing riders to locate, unlock and lock bikes electronically using a smartphone app instead of traditional docking stations.

Proposed D.C. Council bill would pay businesses to open bathrooms to the public

Some local business owners, including the manager of PoppaBox, said they would not participate in the Community Toilet Incentive if it passes because they fear opening their restrooms to the public would decrease cleanliness and deter potential customers.

Crime drops by 27 percent in Second District over 30 day period

Overall crime in the Second District, including Foggy Bottom, has decreased by 27 percent in the past 30 day period compared to last year, a Metropolitan Police Department official said at the Citizens Advisory Council on Wednesday.