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Suspects make off with over $11K worth of stolen Lululemon items
WASHINGTON — DC Police are searching for a man who was caught on camera while he allegedly helped steal more than $11,000 in goods from a Lululemon store in Northwest. On Tuesday, just after 4 p.m., investigators say two suspects walked into a store on F Street in Northwest. They reportedly took items, without paying, and walked out of the store.
DC police looking for suspects who robbed 3 businesses in 1 day in Northwest
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is looking for the suspects involved in robbing three businesses around Northwest D.C. On Wednesday morning, a group of suspects went into three different businesses in Northwest and stole merchandise. This is when and where the robberies happened: MPD released a picture of the suspects […]
DC police find missing infant, father taken into custody
WASHINGTON — Police have found a missing 5-month-old boy and taken the child's father into custody Wednesday evening. Earlier Wednesday, police were called to the 5900 block of 14th Street, Northwest for reports of a missing infant. Police suspected the infant was taken by his dad, Ramon Leonard. Parts...
As D.C. suffers record-high temperatures, cooling options are still limited for people experiencing homelessness
“I call it a hell on earth, but it’s preventable and avoidable,” Thomas said. It was 90 degrees outside, and Thomas was sitting at a table on the first floor of the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, referring to how he handles the heat while experiencing homelessness.
Missed Connection – Green Line Saturday Night
Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email [email protected] so I can put you in touch with OP. I saw a man on the green line going south at 11:50ish pm Saturday night. He was. a black guy with a tattoo on left arm with...
Mayor Bowser returns DC budget unsigned: ‘Unsustainable’
Washington, D.C., Mayor Muriel Bowser sent next year’s budget back to the Council of the District of Columbia without signing it, claiming it’s “unsustainable.” In a letter sent to Council Chairman Phil Mendelson, Bowser wrote, “I cannot support a budget that needlessly increases our residents’ property and income taxes, raises the paid family leave tax […]
Scorching Heat Interfering with Northeast Corridor Operation
WASHINGTON, D.C. –– After several days of temperatures hovering around 100 degrees, especially near the Washington, D.C. area, NEC railroads are reporting operating problems due to the extreme heat. For example, NJ Transit has issued the following warning:. “Due to the extreme temperatures, NJ TRANSIT is currently experiencing...
“We are the swing vote:” Poor People’s Campaign assembles in Washington
Thousands of people gathered in front of the Capitol building for the Mass Poor People’s and Low-Wage Workers’ Assembly and Moral March to the Polls on June 29. Ahead of a contentious election year, attendees from religious organizations, social justice groups, and unions traveled from over 30 states and D.C. to call on elected officials to address poverty, according to organizers.
D.C. allows extended alcohol service for 2024 Olympics and select events per new order
WASHINGTON (7News) — D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser signed an emergency legislation Monday that allows select types of alcohol licenses to register with the Alcoholic Beverage Cannabis Administration (ABCA) during four special events, including the 2024 Summer Olympics. Registering allows venues to serve alcohol until 4 a.m. and operate 24...
Capitals and Monumental Sports & Entertainment announce college Capital Hockey Classic
Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE) announced on Wednesday the inagural Capital Hockey Classic featuring a doubleheader at Capital One Arena, the home of your Washington Capitals. The game will take place on Thursday December 12 and feature a contest between Army and Navy's club hockey teams followed by a matchup between Army and Penn State's division one programs.
New bill would help keep people with their pets in D.C.’s shelter system
A proposed bill that would help people with pets experiencing homelessness access D.C.’s shelter system is making its way through the D.C. Council, with a public hearing likely to take place this fall. The Pets in Housing Act, introduced by At-large D.C. Council member Robert White, will also help D.C. pet owners who struggle to find housing due to breed-specific fees or restrictions.
Former DCist staffers launch worker-owned local news site
Six former staffers at DCist – the local daily news site which WAMU acquired in 2018 and shuttered in February – are set to launch a worker-owned local news website. The site, called The 51st, will not be a relaunch of DCist. For one, founders say it’ll be a weekly newsletter instead of a daily news site. But The 51st will feature the sort of content DCist was known for: event guides, curiosities, the quirks of D.C. life and history, and deeply reported stories.
Police arrest Florida man, 32, accused of assaulting officers at Capitol on Jan. 6
Authorities arrested a 32-year-old Florida man for assaulting law enforcement officers and other charges stemming from the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol, the Justice Department said on Tuesday.
Today’s Rental was chosen for the sun light, obviously
This rental is located at 1600 16th St NW. The Craigslist ad says:. “$2,300 / 1br – 484ft2 – Beautiful 1BR/1BA in Amazing Community! Everything You Need Right Here. Sixteen Hundred Apartments amenities include a beautiful, renovated lobby, 24-hour front desk and package service, smart laundry, private dog park, and a controlled access entry with video features allowing residents to view guests before welcoming them to the community. For more details, or to arrange your tour, contact our leasing office or use the online contact form and we will get back to you as soon as possible. You deserve to treat yourself to the lifestyle offered at this community.
Boxcar Tavern – “seems they’re completely shut down”
“Boxcar (across from Eastern Market) up and closed in a matter of days. Noticed the outdoor tables were gone yesterday and now it seems they’re completely shut down – I peeked inside and all the liquor from behind the bar has been cleared out.”. Ed. Note: Their website...
The Fresh Market expands locations in Washington, D.C.
The Fresh Market, Inc., a specialty fresh food retailer, is making strides in its expansion plan with two new locations entering the metro Washington, D.C., market. Earlier this month, the Greensboro-based retailer committed to anchor two upscale mix-used developments in Virginia: Reston Station in Reston, Va., and West Falls in Falls Church, Va. These locations will join two other existing stores in the metro D.C. area, and both new stores are expected to open within the next three years.
“Corner Bakery Cafe is celebrating the grand reopening of its prime spot at 500 North Capitol St., NW”
“Corner Bakery CafeⓇ is celebrating the grand reopening of its Capitol Hill location at 500 North Capitol St., N.W.on Monday, July 22, bringing back its beloved pastries, gourmet sandwiches, savory soups, fresh salads and more from its prime spot near Union Station and Columbus Circle. Celebrations begin bright and...
FOR SALE IN WARD 8 | 2248 Shannon Place, SE - $519,000
“Wow! You must see this spectacular Anacostia renovation with high ceilings and open floor plan, new kitchen with large island, stainless steel appliances, quartz counters, new bathrooms with marble tile, full finished walkout basement with state of the art recessed lighting.”
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