Shutdown affects services for  District’s safety net. [WAMU]

Potential D.C. United stadium opponents organize, led by the D.C. Fiscal Policy Institute. [Post]

Ethics board boss “somewhat embarrassed” over continuing spat with inspector general. [Post]

Bill requiring nurse-to-patient ratios is moving again in the Council. [WBJ]

Mayor Vince Gray proposes styrofoam container ban. [WBJ]

Dunkin’ Donuts opposes ban. [WBJ]

Knife-wielding man arrested at Farragut West Metro station. [Post]

Ward 6 Democrats election challenged. [Blade]

Shutdown goes too far, threatens D.C. craft brews. [NBC 4]

Police looking for two men connected to Rock Creek Park death. [Post]