The Reflecting Pool algae are back. [WJLA]

D.C.’s less poor than it used to be. Oh, the horror! [NY Times]

What D.C. can learn from Bogotá. [Washington Times]

Jack Evans puts the odds of a commuter tax at “two percent, and that might be generous.” [Examiner]

The Trumps tap a Bethesda firm to choose restaurants for their Old Post Office hotel. [Post]

Our parks, out of our hands. [GGW]

National Mall, Honda reach accord. [WJLA]

Meet the puritan behind the National Harbor casino. [Post]

Fear not, homeward-bound Madonna fans! Metro’s giving you an additional hour of service. [WMATA]

Today on the market: Grand Victorian in Georgetown.