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Las Vegas man faces charges for threatening government officials, including Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg
According to the U.S. Department of Justice, 32-year-old Spencer Gear has been accused of threatening to assault and murder federal judges and state employees in Montana, Washington, D.C., New Jersey, and New York.
Commanders will honor creator of team's former logo as family members consider withdrawing opposition to RFK Bill
WASHINGTON — Many Washington Commanders fans call it the spiritual home of the franchise: RFK Stadium. And now, WUSA9 has learned the Commanders are making progress in removing a major roadblock from the path of the team potentially moving back to D.C. “It's really an exciting step forward,” said...
Missouri FFA officers advocate for agriculture in nation’s capital
WASHINGTON — Earlier this month Andi Belt was on her family farm in Leonard, Missouri, caring for sheep and gathering supplies for her freshman dorm room at MU. On the other side of the state, Gavin Rhode was feeding cattle and walking pigs.
Bright MLS Weekly Market Report
List prices still tracking above last year. The median list price in the Mid-Atlantic is flat from last week for the week ending July 21, sitting at $425,000. Compared to last year, the median list price is 6.5% higher for the same week, marking continuing affordability challenges in the region. Southern Maryland is the only market in the Bright MLS service area where list prices were lower than a year ago.
Man sentenced to 18 years for carjacking, shooting woman in Northwest DC
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — A man was sentenced to 18 years on Friday for carjacking and shooting a woman in Northwest D.C. nearly two years ago. Tayvon Owens, 31, of Washington, D.C., was convicted of armed carjacking, assault with significant bodily injury while armed and related charges in connection to shooting and carjacking a […]
Broccoli City Festival kicks off this weekend in DC
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — D.C.’s beloved Broccoli City Festival is taking over Audi Field this weekend, featuring performances from artists like Megan Thee Stallion and Victoria Monet. The festival kicks off Saturday, July 27, at 2 p.m. and runs until 11 p.m. It starts up again on Sunday, July 28, at the same time. […]
‘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,...
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.
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 […]
“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.
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...
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...
Saving lives: Group takes kids from violent Cincinnati neighborhoods to Washington, D.C.
WINTON TERRACE, Ohio (WKRC) - There were 40 shooting victims, all of them under the age of 18. It was a statistic Cincinnati Police were dealing with at this point last year and one they have been looking to change ever since. "Last year, we started seeing a very concerning...
Ridge View Student’s Representation Of South Carolina At Ala Girls Nation
Ridge View High School’s Jada-Love Roper has been chosen as one of the 100 high school seniors to attend the American Legion Auxiliary (ALA) Girls Nation in Washington, D.C. The program, established in 1947, aims to impart exceptional civic education to its attendees, introducing them to the workings of the federal government.
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 […]
DC Fire and EMS hiring Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic Leads
DC Fire and EMS in Washington, District of Columbia, is seeking to hire two Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic Leads. The chosen candidates will be in charge of supervising a team of three or more employees to perform maintenance and repairs on the department's ambulances, trucks, automobiles, and other vehicular equipment. Those interested can find more information and apply for the positions at https://bit.ly/dcfireemshmeml0724.
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