Reuters reports that the famous location where an FBI informant known as "Deep Throat" met with Washington Post reporter Bob Woodward during the Watergate scandal will soon be replaced with a new mixed-use development.
Over the weekend, the Arlington County Board decided to raze the Rosslyn garage where FBI official Mark Felt provided information to Bob Woodward during the Watergate scandal that led to President Nixon's resignation in 1974.
Developer Monday Properties replace the two 12-story, 1960s-era buildings at the site with a residential tower and a commercial building.
FULL STORY: 'Deep Throat' garage from U.S. Watergate scandal to be razed
Court Blocks Arlington County Zoning Reform
The county’s zoning reform plan would have promoted ‘missing middle housing’ types of up to six units on lots previously zoned for single-family housing.
Arlington Updates Crosswalk Laws to Align With State Law, Vision Zero
The county will now require drivers to come to a full stop when encountering pedestrians in a crosswalk.
Lawsuit Challenges Arlington County Zoning Reforms
A lawsuit brought by residents charges the county with failing to follow statutory procedures and provide accurate information about recently passed ‘missing middle housing’ reforms.
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Canada vs. Kamala: Whose Liberal Housing Platform Comes Out on Top?
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USGS Water Science Centers Targeted for Closure
If their work is suspended, states could lose a valuable resource for monitoring, understanding, and managing water resources.
Portland Proposal Would Suspend Development Fees to Spur Housing Construction
Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek and Portland Mayor Keith Wilson announced their policy plan Thursday, with the goal to jumpstart housing construction.
Honolulu Community College Celebrates Culture and Sustainability
Honolulu Community College brought together more than 320 students, staff, and community members for a day of Hawaiian cultural activities, music, and sustainability-focused learning at its annual Hoʻolauleʻa celebration.
Detroit Launches Community Land Trust
A newly created CLT aims to support the building of affordable housing.
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