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DC Construction Firms Settle Worker Rights Suit

Two big D.C. construction firms reached a settlement with the city’s attorney general in a lawsuit that claimed they had widespread labor violations and evaded payroll taxes. One will pay restitution to construction workers, and the other must change how it does business. Both firms deny all wrongdoing. [Washington Business Journal]

Amtrak Takes Over Union Station

After a years-long court battle, Amtrak assumed control over Union Station yesterday. This means they can finally start implementing improvements to the station, like more seating in the main hall, more retail, and better rider amenities. [Washington Post 🔒]

• Hopefully, these changes will tide us over until Union Station’s larger modernization project – which could take 13 years – is complete. [City Cast DC 🎧]

ANC Commissioner Shortage

D.C. is suffering from a lack of Advisory Neighborhood Commission candidates, with a third of available seats still uncontested a week before the election filing deadline. Veteran commissioners say disagreement and hostility between constituents make it “exhausting” to stay in the unpaid positions. [City Cast DC 🎧]

Is NoVa the Next Great Wine Mecca?

The Wall Street Journal has named Northern Virginia America’s next great wine destination. With small wineries that lean European-style, reasonable prices, and easy accessibility, the area is blowing up. Here are the best local wines and where to get them. You know, before the crowds descend. [Wall Street Journal 🔒, City Cast DC 🎧]

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Best Breakfast Sandwiches, ANC Struggles, and DC Vacant Property Solutions

D.C. is trying to buy up vacant lots to repurpose them, but have they made a mistake somewhere along the way? Plus, why does no one want to run for ANC? And what are the best breakfast sandwiches in town?