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Women’s Cross Country Season Preview: Team Places 7th in Poll
By: Ryan Luttrell, Athletics Communication Director INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – The women's cross country team received 119 votes in the year's preseason poll, putting them at 7th in the conference. The team also welcomed a new coach last month in Cameron Knudsen. The team took 7th in the conference championship last year, with Grace Giesler (Owasso, OK/Owasso) leading the returners from that event with a time of 23:57.24 in the 6k. The team average was 24:07.94. Giesler is one of four NCAA Regional qualifiers returning to the team this season, the others being Victoria Regitz (Rockville, MD/Rockville) , Grace Johnson (Rogersville,...
Baltimore County man charged with attempted murder following road rage shooting on I-95
TOWSON, MD—A Baltimore County man has been charged with attempted murder following a reported highway shooting on Interstate 95 in Howard County. Quwan Gordon, 48, of Owings Mills, has been charged with attempted murder, use of a gun in the commission of a felony, and other related offenses. Gordon was arrested on the morning of August 13, 2024 at his Baltimore County residence on related gun and drug charges without incident.
Fairfax Co. police: Woman charged with assault for restraining daycare children with tape
An Alexandria, Virginia, woman who runs a county-licensed at-home daycare in Fairfax County turned herself in on Tuesday on charges of assaulting children who were under her care. Police received an initial report of an assault in the 3600 block of Paul Street in Bailey’s Crossroads on Aug. 1, according...
PGPD: Suspects disperse fire extinguisher, steal casino chips at MGM National Harbor
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — The Prince George’s County Police Department (PGPD) said a commercial robbery occurred at the MGM National Harbor Hotel & Casino on Saturday afternoon. PGPD said that around 2:45 p.m., multiple suspects dispersed a fire extinguisher on the casino floor before stealing chips and fleeing. Officers quickly apprehended […]
Person dies after car crashes, catches on fire in Prince William County
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — The Prince William County Police Department said a person died after a car crashed and caught on fire on Friday evening in Woodbridge. Police said that at about 6:50 p.m., officers responded to the intersection of Old Bridge Road and Occoquan Road for the report of a […]
Oh deer! Firefighters rescue fawn trapped in fence in Oxon Hill
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — One fawn in Prince George’s County is safe and sound after firefighters rescued it from a fence on Friday morning. In a post on X around 11 a.m., Prince George’s County Fire Department (PGFD) firefighters were called to help free a baby deer that was trapped between […]
Prince George’s County doctor offers back-to-school advice
MARYLAND (DC News Now) — After a summer vacation of late nights and sleeping in, it’s back to reality Monday for many children and teachers across the DMV. As the new school year begins. Dr. Yolandra Hancock, a pediatrician at Generational Health Center in Upper Marlboro, has advice for parents and caregivers as students return to class. […]
University of Maryland students begin moving in as semester starts back up
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — Thousands of University of Maryland students (UMD) are preparing to return to the classroom next week. Friday was move-in day for freshmen and students, Chrissy Riley and her roommate Katie Kucner, are excited to be moving into their new housing on campus, ready to begin their new […]
Maryland Restaurant Issues Apology… But It’s Not What You Think
A Maryland restaurant shared a post on social media on Saturday announcing to its social media followers that an apology was necessary. The post by Serra Restaurant and Bar in Sykesville grabbed the attention of concerned customers who were surprised to see what came next…. The restaurant did apologize, but...
Book lovers descend on Washington for National Book Festival
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - In the nation’s capital on Saturday, book lovers got together for the annual National Book Festival. Some of the country’s best writers come together each year for the festival, to read, sign and talk about their latest books at the event. “This is a...
City of Harrisburg investigating reports of 'group of neo-Nazis carrying swastika flags'
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHP) — The City of Harrisburg says the mayor and police commissioner are aware of a masked group carrying flags with swastikas on them downtown, and it's being investigated. In a Facebook post made Saturday afternoon, the city denounced the group, saying in part:. The City of...
Man shot in Northeast, DC police investigating
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) said it is investigating after officers found a man shot in Northeast on Saturday. At around 5:40 p.m., officers responded to the 3800 block of Minnesota Ave. for the report of a shooting. MPD said that when officers arrived, they found a man with a […]
At Youth Sports Day, a 'secret sauce' hopes to keep kids out of trouble
WASHINGTON — Summer is winding down and kids are ready to make a splash in the classroom. At The Fields at RFK Campus Saturday, nonprofit Fight for Children hosted its second 'Youth Sports Day'. Kids and parents participated in dancing, sports, and even received free backpacks, school supplies, health...
U.S. Secretary of Education Launches 2024 Back-to-School Bus Tour
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona is embarking on a pivotal journey across multiple states in September to highlight the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to public education. The 2024 Back to School Bus Tour, themed “Fighting for Public Education,” is set to visit Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Pennsylvania. With an agenda focused on enhancing student achievement and showcasing educational investments, the tour will highlight how schools and communities are leveraging federal support to foster academic success.
‘Destructive’ defense, unparalleled scoring put Alana Beard in Mystics Hall of Fame
WASHINGTON — For the second time in as many years, Washington Mystics guard Brittney Sykes felt a particular responsibility to play well on the day the Mystics inducted a legend into their Hall of Fame. Jenn Hatfield has been a contributor to The Next since December 2018 and is...
Mayor Bowser hosts back-to-school pep rally for D.C. educators
As summer comes to a close and the new school year approaches, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser and D.C. Public Schools (DCPS) Chancellor Lewis D. Ferebee held a back-to-school pep rally for District educators on Aug. 19. The event preceded a week-long professional development series that D.C. teachers will participate in ahead of the start of school on Aug. 26.
Police Seek Information on Retail Theft at Waynesboro Walmart
Washington Township Police are seeking assistance in identifying two persons of interest linked to a retail theft incident. The theft occurred on August 20, 2024, around 9:10 PM at the Walmart located at 12751 Washington Township Blvd., Waynesboro, PA. Authorities have not disclosed the identities of the male and female...
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