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Event Aims to Construct an Interest in STEM
Turns out that getting members of Gen Z to put down their phones doesn’t take even more whizbang technology. Sometimes a rubber band, cardboard, wood and a handful of pennies is enough. Those were the basic ingredients for a competition Thursday at Ritchie Coliseum that brought together hundreds of...
Heading into second Olympics, Phoebe Bacon is locked in to bring a medal home
CHEVY CHASE, Md. — When it comes to establishing herself as a world-class swimmer, Phoebe Bacon has nothing to prove; she's already competed on the highest stage. However, the 21-year-old from Chevy Chase, Maryland still believes there's more to accomplish. After missing the 2024 World Championships, she's headed into Paris more determined than ever.
DC woman faces felony charge for escape of Virginia prisoner
VIRGINIA (DC News Now) — A woman from the District is facing a felony charge related to the 2023 escape of a Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) inmate. VDOC announced Friday that Sasha Castillo was charged with Persons aiding escape of a prisoner. The indictment stemmed from the escape of inmate Naseem Isaiah Roulack, who […]
Clean-up efforts continue after Pro-Palestine demonstrators vandalize monuments, burn American flag to protest Netanyahu’s DC visit
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — Clean-up efforts continued Friday, days after pro-Palestine demonstrators defaced parts of Columbus Circle. Pro-Palestine demonstrators also set the American flag on fire on Wednesday as they protested Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit to D.C. and address to Congress. Vice President Kamala Harris condemned the burning of the American […]
7Salutes: Local volunteers make Honor Flights trips memorable
WASHINGTON (7News) — Since 2005, the Honor Flight Network has provided nearly 300,000 of our nation’s heroes with an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C. But the monuments aren’t the only significant sights they encounter, countless unsung heroes make these journeys memorable. From the moment they touch...
‘You Know Who Was in The Car,’ Prosecution Says in Carjacking, Burglary Trial
Thank you for reading D.C. Witness. Help us continue our mission into 2024. Parties gave closing statements in a carjacking and burglary case in front of DC Superior Court Judge Robert Salerno on July 26. Kenneth Phillips, 24, is charged with carjacking, aggravated assault knowingly while armed, robbery while armed,...
“The DC Office of Planning is undertaking a public life study in Columbia Heights and Mount Pleasant”
The DC Office of Planning is undertaking a public life study in Columbia Heights and Mount Pleasant. It is “a comprehensive effort to improve the quality and use of public spaces in Columbia Heights and Mount Pleasant through data-driven analysis, guideline development, and inclusive community engagement.” It includes four components: Inclusive Engagement, a Public Life Assessment, Design Guidelines, and a Sidewalk Vending Study.
At Franklin Park this weekend: “Kids World, a free two-day event designed for young children, teens, and families”
“The DowntownDC Business Improvement District (BID), the place management organization that oversees 140 blocks of the downtown area, today announced the return of Kids World, a free two-day event designed for young children, teens, and families. On July 27 and July 28, Franklin Park and “I Street” will be completely transformed, hosting 30 immersive activations that promote literacy, performing arts, health and fitness, creativity, science, nature, entrepreneurship and more.
Teens, Meet Congress; Congress, Meet Teens
Every generation knows the sound of the previous generation grumbling “kids these days…” But Gen Z is ready to redefine that phrase by becoming a vocal and active generation. Boys & Girls Clubs’ youth advocate programs empower young people to get involved in their communities and advocate...
Montgomery County Police Seek Public Help in Finding Missing Teen Kay'leigh Rodgers
Silver Spring, MD – The Montgomery County Department of Police has issued a public appeal for help in locating a missing teenager. Kay'leigh Rodgers, aged 13, has been reported missing, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward. The Special Victims Investigations Division (SVID) of the Montgomery County Department of Police is spearheading the search for the young girl.
YMCA Helping Kids Learn to Swim with Free Lessons
Swimming is a life-time skill, and yet many children and adults do not know how to do it. That is why the YMCA in Silver Spring is stepping up to help. This summer, the Silver Spring chapter is providing free swim lessons to 112 children between the ages of 6 and 12. The ‘Learn to Swim Program’ takes place during two summer sessions. Session Two is currently underway. Each child receives eight lessons during the session. The YMCA of the USA provided a grant to help pay for the lessons.
Standing tall at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
Standing at 6 feet, 9 inches tall, U.S. Army Spc. Malachi Hamber is the tallest current Tomb Guard soldier at Arlington National Cemetery and possibly the tallest soldier in the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Guard’s history.
Washington Aqueduct gets OK to add antialgae chemical to protect drinking water supply
Three weeks after the lifting of a boil water advisory for all of D.C. and most of Arlington, Virginia, the Washington Aqueduct can now add a new chemical to its water treatment process to prevent future problems when algae in the Potomac River threatens the main water source for much of the region.
Today’s Rental was chosen for the yard and in-unit washer/dryer, obviously
This rental is located at 1717 kilbourne Place, NW. The Craigslist ad says:. “$1,750 / 1br – 1000ft2 – Mt Pleasant English Basement. Mt. Pleasant English Basement – ideal location in DC’s most loved neighborhood. Pet friendly. Spacious and comfortable one bedroom, one bath apartment in...
UPDATE: Identities released in fatal police-involved chase in Talbot Co.
TALBOT CO., Md. – The Independent Investigations Division has identified the decent and involved law enforcement officers in a fatal police-involved crash in Talbot County. The incident happened on Monday evening just after 7 p.m. 18-year-old Yemaya Wilson of Washington, D.C., was pronounced dead at the hospital following the...
Two-year-old shot in SE DC last week remains in ICU recovering, grandmother says
WASHINGTON (7News) — A two-year-old girl who was shot while walking with her daycare group in Southeast, D.C. on July 18 is still in the ICU recovering from gunshot wounds, according to her grandmother, Priscilla Johns. The family is hoping the toddler, named Emily, will be released from the...
Crews rescue two people trapped in car after it plunges off 75-foot embankment in Southeast DC
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — DC Fire and EMS said it rescued two people trapped in a car after it plunged off 75-foot embankment in Southeast D.C. in the early hours of Friday. Crews said the two people were rescued in the 3300 block of Pennsylvania Ave. First responders found the car through a fence […]
Charles County Sheriff's Sergeant pleads guilty to DUI
CHARLES COUNTY, Md. (7News) — A Charles County Sheriff’s sergeant pleaded guilty Wednesday to driving under the influence in St. Mary’s County, according to sheriff’s officials. Officials said Sgt. Robert Smith was suspended without pay on June 11 after the sheriff’s office was informed that he...
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