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'Suspicious Death' Of Reston Man Found On I-395 In Alexandria Under Investigation: State Police
A 66-year-old man found in a BMW on the side of the road in Virginia died "from a severe injury," at an area hospital, according to the Office of the Medical Examiner following an autopsy.An alert was issued by Virginia State Police on Monday morning as they seek the public's assistance amid an inv…
Tickets for Battle at the Burr III Sell Out in Just a Few Days
Only $200 VIP tickets remain for the third edition of the Battle at the Burr meet between Howard and Georgetown Universities. Current photo via Howard Athletics. The one that started it all: General Admission tickets for the 2024 Battle at the Burr meet between Howard University and cross-town rivals Georgetown University in Washington, DC have effectively sold out in less than four days.
Today* in Hawks*** around Town – Bald Eagle!!
Thanks to Lara for sending this beauty majestically perched in Park View. If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or celebrity skateboarder Tony Hawk, and get a good photo please send in an email where you spotted them to [email protected]. Thanks! Hawks around Town is made possible by a generous grant from the Ben and Sylvia Gardner foundation.
Document: Arrests Made in Fatal December Shooting
Thank you for reading D.C. Witness. Help us continue our mission into 2024. The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced the arrest of 17-year-old Rayon Davis Jr. and 17-year-old Quintin Reed, who are charged with first-degree murder while armed – felony murder for their alleged involvement in the fatal shooting of 39-year-old Dwayne Barbour. The incident occurred on Dec. 20, 2023, on the 2900 block of Knox Place, SE.
Police: Reston man arrested for multiple business burglaries
A Reston man was arrested late last week for allegedly breaking into and stealing from several businesses around Fairfax City. According to the City of Fairfax Police Department, officers were first called to Halalway International Supermarket at 4072 Jermantown Road around 8:45 a.m. on Aug. 8. Overnight, an “unknown” man had forced his way into the business and stolen money, investigators found.
Ward 8 ANC responds to Trayon White’s arrest
Ward 8 Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner Salim Adofo has been inundated with calls and text messages from concerned citizens following the arrest of D.C. Councilmember Trayon White. Adofo, who lost to White in this year’s Ward 8 Democratic primary, spoke with FOX 5’s Melanie Alnwick on Monday morning before the charges against White were announced.
The Runaway has sadly, again, closed permanently.
“it looks like The Runaway is closed again. Does anyone know why this keeps happening?”. The Runaway’s Website says: “SORRY EVERYONE! We are closed permanently thank you to the folks who have supported us throughout this short period of time that we had – we have some great memories ! Thanks again!”
DC region could see showers, thunderstorms Monday afternoon and evening
WASHINGTON - Showers are likely on Monday, with a chance of thunderstorms after 2 p.m. The day will be partly sunny with a high near 83 degrees. The chance of precipitation is 70%. We could see showers and thunderstorms on Monday night, likely before 11 p.m., followed by isolated showers...
Dōgon by Kwame Onwuachi to Open in September at Salamander Hotel in DC
The James Beard Award–winning chef treated those gathered for the Family Reunion in Middleburg to a taste of his new Afro-Caribbean dishes. Guests watched in anticipation as a platter of curried branzino sailed to long rustic tables inside Salamander Resort’s tented patio. They gathered in Middleburg for the fourth annual Family Reunion, an event where culinary luminaries and fans meet for food and fellowship.
OSGEMEOS Offers Behind-the-Scenes Look at 'Endless Story'
The Smithsonian’s Hirshhorn Museum has launched “Studio Hirshhorn,” a video series offering a behind-the-scenes look at how exhibitions are made. The first series features Brazilian artists OSGEMEOS as they prepare for ‘Endless Story,’ their largest U.S. exhibition, opening September 29. Nine short videos show OSGEMEOS...
Animal hospital to join new cast of businesses under two Crystal City apartment buildings
A whole new cast of retail and service characters is developing under The Grace and Reva apartments in Crystal City. Veterinary hospital GoodVets is the newest in a series of tenants at 1900 Crystal Drive — including a cafe, a nail salon and a bar — announced by property owner JBG Smith. These will all join the recently opened Tatte and Van Leeuwen.
End of an Era in Navy Yard, Cannabis Coming?
Thanks to Nick for sending: “Ann’s Wigs (L and New Jersey St SE) one of the last, if not the last pre-revitalization, shops in the Navy Yard is closing. Reasons unknown…”. The Post reported the owner is retiring. Stay tuned.
Waste Watch: The Cost of Moving D.C. United's Minor League To Baltimore
BALTIMORE, Md. (WBFF) — The Maryland Stadium Authority is moving forward with a study to determine a location in Baltimore that could house D.C. United's Minor League Soccer Team. The study will look at a Baltimore Peninsula site located northwest of Mission Boulevard and Carroll Park. David Williams with...
DC 911 system had 18 disruptions since December and computer system too old to handle volume, officials say
The computer system used to dispatch firefighters and paramedics has had 18 disruptions since December 2023, seven of those outages were widespread, government officials said Monday. One of those outages, during which a 5-month-old baby died, is being investigated by the Metropolitan Police Department. The police investigation is looking at...
Washington D.C. Braces for Showers and Potential Thunderstorms; Coastal Flood Advisory in Effect
Washington D.C. residents and visitors should prepare for another bout of inclement weather today, as the National Weather Service forecasts a 70% chance of showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 2 p.m. Temperatures are expected to reach a high near 84 degrees, with northwest winds blowing at 5 to 9 mph. Accumulated rainfall may be less than a tenth of an inch, although thunderstorms could bring higher amounts, as obtained by the NWS Washington D.C.
Clear Skies and Cooler Temps Ahead for Baltimore and Washington D.C. After Front Clears
Baltimore and Washington D.C. residents can expect the skies to clear up as this week progresses, with cooler temperatures on the horizon. A report from the National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC details that the stubborn front bringing showers and thunderstorms will finally make its exit southeastward today. In its wake, Canadian high pressure is set to build in, ushering in much drier conditions and a drop in the mercury readings starting Tuesday.
St. Mary's photographer shares stories on shooting nature
Photographer Dean Newman has always managed to capture the nature shots he wants, and sometimes he must come up with some creative ways to get them. The California resident offered a behind-the-scenes on how he manages to shoot photos of birds and animals in nature for publications during a lecture titled “Mamas Don't Let Your Babies Grow Up to be Nature Photographers.” The event was part of Historic Sotterley’s People...
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