Even with hordes of D.C. residents and tourists creating massive logistical challenges, security officials at the National Mall and on GW’s campus kept crowds mostly under control Sunday during the opening ceremonies for President-elect Barack Obama’s inauguration. more »
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Foggy Bottom Metro stop bogged down after concert
Sunday, January 18, 2009, 5:24 pm
Lines to enter the Foggy Bottom Metro station have wrapped around past Ross Hall and into the intersection of 23rd and I streets, creating a slow trip for police and emergency vehicles driving down 23rd Street. more »
Foggy Bottom Metro packed but bearable
Sunday, January 18, 2009, 12:10 pm
The Foggy Bottom Metro stop is packed but not impossible to use as of about noon. more »
WaPo: Two more Metro stops will close
Monday, January 12, 2009, 3:24 pm
The Secret Service has requested that two Metrorail stations close early on Inauguration Day to prevent overwhelming crowds, according to a Washington Post blog.
Metro releases special inauguration edition farecards
Monday, December 22, 2008, 7:50 pm
The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority released a limited-edition SmarTrip farecard Monday to commemorate the inauguration of President-elect Barack Obama. more »
No overnight camping to be allowed for inauguration
Friday, December 12, 2008, 3:46 pm
Inauguration goers will not be able to camp out on the National Mall in order to get a good vantage point for President-elect Barack Obama’s swearing in, The Washington Post reported today. more »
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