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“Crispus Attucks Park Outdoor Movie Nights Start Sept. 6”
“Crispus Attucks Park’s (1st Street and North Capitol and V St and U St, NW) outdoor movie night is coming up in September, every Friday starting on Sept. 6!. We will also be running a special with Bacio’s pizza from 5:30-8:00 pm for 10% off discount.”
WATCH: 2 people break into DC lululemon store with a hammer, steal merchandise
WASHINGTON — The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is looking for information on two suspects seen breaking into a lululemon store after hours and stealing merchandise. Police say the theft occurred in the early hours of Wednesday morning, at around 3:35 a.m. in the 1000 block of F Street Northwest. Surveillance video shared by MPD shows the suspects breaking through the glass door at the clothing store's front entrance with a hammer. The pair then crawl through a hole in the glass.
Alexandria woman arrested after allegedly restraining kids with tape at her home daycare
ALEXANDRIA, Va. (7News) — A 47-year-old woman has been arrested for assaulting two children in her home daycare, according to Fairfax County Police. Child Abuse Squad detectives say that they responded to the 3600 block of Paul Street in Bailey’s Crossroads on August 1 for a reported assault.
“Truxton Circle: musician mural is gone”
Thanks to Beth for sending: “The 2015 Fresh Cut Barbershop mural at Bates & N Capitol has been painted over as part of building on the corner lot. (See what it used to look like here.)”. Ed. Note: More info on this project here.
Lead Detective ID’s Shooter, Witnesses Unsure
Thank you for reading D.C. Witness. Help us continue our mission into 2024. Prosecutors called on the lead detective in a shooting case to testify before DC Superior Court Judge Anthony Epstein on Aug. 22. Marquez Beasley, 31, is charged with two counts of assault with intent to kill while...
Report: Red Lobster on S. Van Dorn Street is closing in eight days
The announcement that Red Lobster is closing in Alexandria’s West End was met by surprise and skepticism from restaurant staff. The international seafood chain closed about 100 locations after declaring bankruptcy in May, and an August court filing revealed that it will not renew leases at 23 unprofitable locations. Listed locations set to close by Aug. 31 include Alexandria’s at 555 S. Van Dorn Street, according to a report from the Washington Business Journal.
Maryland officer who tossed ‘a smoking and sparking object’ at police line on Jan. 6 convicted
The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia said in a press release that a Maryland police officer was convicted Friday for acts he committed during the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot, “including throwing a smoking and sparking object in the direction of” police. According to the press release, Justin Lee is 25…
How US Park Police transform traffic flow during morning, evening rush hours
Around 3:45 p.m. Thursday, a U.S. Park Police officer with the motorcycle unit arrived at the intersection near Virginia Avenue and the Thompson Boat Center. He briefly rode away to close off a nearby on-ramp to the southbound lanes of Rock Creek Parkway. Then, he placed a large “Do Not Enter” barricade in the road and put down a series of cones.
D.C. local news is getting a new worker-led newsroom
When a popular D.C. news outlet abruptly shut down in February, six journalists resolved to create their own worker-led, nonprofit newsroom. The initiative, called the 51st, promises to bring more community-centered reporting to Washington’s dwindling local news scene and exceeded its $250,000 fundraising goal. “This has been a labor...
Labor Day Festival: Limited Parking Around Municipal Building
As we prepare for our Labor Day Festival, please be advised that there will be limited access to parking in and around the Municipal Building at 25 Crescent Road beginning Monday, August 26. Please prepare accordingly.
“Largest Wendy’s Franchisee Opens Location in District of Columbia – FREE Wendy’s for one year to the first 200 guests in line.*”
4250 Nannie Helen Burroughs Ave, NE courtesy Flynn Group LP. “Flynn Group LP (FG), Wendy’s largest franchisee today announced the official grand re-opening of its newly remodeled restaurant located at 4250 Nannie Helen Burroughs Ave NE in Washington D.C. The new location is projected to add 45 jobs to the local economy. Doors officially opened to guests on Monday, July 22 and its official grand re-opening celebration will take place on Saturday, August 24 – including a giveaway of FREE Wendy’s for one year to the first 200 guests in line.*
Defendant Pleads Guilty to Strangling and Beating Woman to Death in Hotel Room
Thank you for reading D.C. Witness. Help us continue our mission into 2024. Through his defense attorney, Russell Hairston, William Barrett pleaded guilty to second-degree murder while armed as part of a pre-indictment plea agreement in front of DC Superior Court Judge Robert Okun on Aug. 23. Barrett, 69, was...
Arson Defendant Sentenced to 40 Months, Told Police, ‘I Am The Creator’
Thank you for reading D.C. Witness. Help us continue our mission into 2024. A defendant who pleaded guilty in connection to arson and a non-fatal shooting incident was sentenced to 40 months in prison by DC Superior Court Judge Jennifer DiToro on Aug. 23. “Your mental health challenges are significant,”...
J.C. Hassenauer: Parts ways with Commanders
Hassenauer was released by Washington on Friday with the signing of Cameron Tom, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports. Hassenauer will leave the Commanders less than a month after he was signed. He'll now be in search of a new team as his depth role at center with Washington will be filled by Tom.
Speed Cameras Active Near Alexandria School Zones
ALEXANDRIA, VA-With the start of the school year, automated enforcement of speeding violations has resumed. Francis C. Hammond Middle School (Seminary Road, between Kenmore Avenue and North Jordan Street). John Adams Elementary School and Ferdinand T. Day Elementary School (North Beauregard Street, between North Highview Lane and Reading Avenue). George...
DC Dream Center Community Block Party Saturday
The DC Dream Center’s community block party is this Saturday, August 24. Celebrate 7 years since the doors opened with food, music, community information, games, face painting, horseback rides, bounce house, hair cuts, braiding and more!. Free fun for all the family and learn more about all the programs...
The Sickos’ guide to Georgetown sports
The start of the school year is on the horizon, and with it comes the start of Georgetown sports, so the Voice is here to provide a quick dive into some of the things that make Hoya sports so special. Except this isn’t just a regular guide—it’s a Sickos guide....
Health officials say whooping cough cases are increasing across Fairfax County
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — The Fairfax Health Department (FHD) announced that there has been an increase in pertussis illness, also known as whooping cough, across Fairfax County and Virginia. Whooping cough is caused by bacteria and can spread from person to person through the air. When a person who is sick sneezes […]
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