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Police search for group allegedly linked to Southeast DC shooting
WASHINGTON (7News) — D.C. police are looking for a group of people allegedly connected to a shooting that occurred in Southeast, D.C. on Sunday. Police said that on June 20, a man sought treatment at a Fire Station in the 2800 block of Pennsylvania Avenue after being shot. The...
Two men charged for armed carjacking offenses in Southeast DC
WASHINGTON (7News) — Two men are facing charges for armed carjacking offenses in Southeast D.C., according to Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) officials. On Monday, July 1, around 3:47 p.m. a man was robbed of his scooter in the 1100 block of Independence Avenue, Southeast, officials said. During the investigation,...
Police identify man killed in Southeast stabbing
WASHINGTON — D.C. Police are investigating a fatal stabbing that took place in Southeast on Monday. Police were called to the 3100 block of Buena Vista Terrace just before 6:45 p.m. for reports of a stabbing. When they arrived they found a man lying in the street suffering from stab wounds. He was taken to a hospital, where he died from his injuries.
Summer Nationals 2024, Day 4 Recap: Repetition is Key as Champions Strike Gold Again
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Two days — two gold medals. All Jaelyn Liu (Star Fencing Academy / Fencing Institute of Texas) can see is gold after she recorded her second gold medal in as many days by winning the Cadet Women’s Foil crown one day after taking home the Division I Women’s Foil gold medal on July 1.
'He just loved life'; Capital Pride Alliance remembers founder Bernie Delia, dead at 68
WASHINGTON (7News) — As the District bids goodbye to Pride 2024 and pushes full steam ahead to WorldPride 2025, one of the brains behind the major operation will be missing from it all. One of the founding members of the Capital Pride Alliance (CPA) and co-chair of WorldPride, Bernie...
Local business aims to be music sanctuary in nation’s capital
Neighbors don’t necessarily want to hear someone playing the drums directly next door, for example. That’s the foundation for 7DrumCity, a local business that markets itself as one of the only places in the area for musicians where they are guaranteed to find the time, space and quiet needed for effective practice.
Inmate Nicholas White Suicide Highlights Ongoing Crisis in Washington Prisons
Tragedy struck the Washington Corrections Center once again on the morning of October 16, 2014, when Nicholas White was found deceased in his two-man cell. The 31-year-old inmate was discovered hanging by a sheet from the vent just one week after his arrival to serve a one-year sentence for unlawful possession of a firearm.
Calhoun County band to perform in National Independence Day Parade
CALHOUN COUNTY, S.C. — A high school band from Calhoun County is the only band representing South Carolina in the National Independence Day Parade in Washington, D.C. on Thursday. The band will leave Wednesday for DC to perform a selection in the parade, including 'American the Beautiful'. The 50-person...
DC car thief makes getaway after snatching purse, police seek suspect
WASHINGTON (7News) — D.C. police are looking for a person who allegedly stole a car in Northwest, D.C. in May, according to the Metropolitan Police Department. On May 15, a person went into a business in the 1100 block of 15th Street and stole one person's purse, officials said. The suspect then took out car keys from the purse along with other items and drove away in the victim's car, officials said.
DC police chief talks summer youth curfew
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) Chief Pamela Smith has an important question for parents in the nation’s capital. “It’s 12:01 a.m. Do you know where your children are?” Smith said. Smith said in an interview with DC News Now that MPD is cracking down on youth violating the 12:01 a.m. to […]
Want to fly from San Jose to D.C.? Here’s how to make it happen
The South Bay’s airport wants to offer a direct flight to Washington, D.C. — but it needs the public’s help. San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC) posted a pitch on X, formerly Twitter, asking travelers to help it compete for a nonstop route to Washington, D.C. Spirit Airlines will be the carrier if the airport can acquire the route.
Upcoming meetings and events in the Baltimore and D.C. and Virginia Area
This week the AFRO compiled a list of events happening throughout the month of July in the D.C., Maryland and Virginia (DMV) area. Take a look below to see what’s happening near you!. Captain America Movie Marathon. Are there any Marvel fans in the family? If so, the Enoch...
Police pursuit from Anne Arundel County to Washington D.C. ends with two dead in fiery crash
BALTIMORE -- A police chase that started in Anne Arundel County turned deadly Tuesday after two people were killed in a fiery crash in southeast Washington, DC. Anne Arundel County Police said officers spotted a vehicle allegedly used in multiple armed robberies across the DMV area when they began pursuit. Police spotted a white car in Annapolis that matched the description of the vehicle used in several armed robberies in the area, including two in June at nearby banks.U.S. Park Police found the car and initiated the pursuit.Officers followed the suspects from Annapolis through Prince George's County, and into Washington, D.C. where...
How to watch DC's Annual Independence Day Parade
WASHINGTON - The nation's capital is gearing up for another packed Fourth of July celebration and that means you should scope out spots for the festivities early!. The annual Fourth of July Parade is always a popular event, jam-packed with bands, drum corps, military units, giant balloons, celebrities, VIPs, and more will be in attendance to celebrate the United States’ 248th birthday.
I-83 Proponents Submit Thousands of Signatures to D.C. Board of Elections
If voters approve Initiative 83 during the general election in November, 50% of the vote becomes the new threshold of victory in electoral contests with three or more people. Non-party voters -- one out of six registered D.C. voters -- will also be able to vote in primary elections for the first time since Home Rule. The post I-83 Proponents Submit Thousands of Signatures to D.C. Board of Elections appeared first on The Washington Informer.
Orioles rival is furious with latest MLB Pipeline rankings thanks to Jackson Holliday
A mere 38.2 miles separate the Baltimore Orioles and Washington Nationals' respective ballparks, but only one spot in the rankings divides their top prospects. On Monday, Sam Dykstra of the MLB Pipeline released a freshly updated version of the top 100 farm system players in baseball. Little did the reporter know he'd set Nationals fans ablaze by listing Orioles second baseman Jackson Holliday No. 1 -- ahead of Washington left fielder James Wood.
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