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Man in custody after resisting arrest while holding chainsaw, Berkeley County deputies say
BERKELEY COUNTY, W.Va. (DC News Now) — The Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office said a man was in custody Wednesday after resisting arrest while yielding a chainsaw. Deputies said they received a report that Cory Cutlip, who was wanted out of multiple counties for a slew of charges, was located. At 6:33 p.m., deputies went to […]
Manhattan DA tells judge to reject Trump’s bid to toss conviction on immunity grounds
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s (D) office told a state judge to reject former President Trump’s claims that his recent guilty verdict must be set aside following the Supreme Court’s landmark presidential immunity ruling. New York Judge Juan Merchan delayed Trump’s criminal sentencing until September to first consider his claims that prosecutors improperly introduced protected, official […]
Fairfax County officers arrive in France to assist in Olympic Games security
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — With the 2024 Paris Olympic Games set to start on July 26, the Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD) flew across the Atlantic Ocean to help with the security response. FCPD sent 12 officers and an explosive detection canine to help French police keep the athletes, visitors and staff […]
Harris says she’s ready to debate Trump, accuses him of ‘backpedaling’
Vice President Harris said Thursday she’s “ready to go” for a debate with former President Trump and needled her likely GOP rival after he has suggested he may not want to participate in an event hosted by ABC News, as previously planned. “You have been asking me about the debate, and I’ll tell you I’m […]
Post-protest clean-up begins at Columbus Circle near DC’s Union Station
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — Clean-up crews have been making progress to restore Columbus Circle to its typical state after protesters spray-painted monuments, burned American flags and left trash behind during Wednesday’s demonstrations in support of Palestine. Those protests turned violent, with about two dozen people arrested across the District, according to multiple local law […]
Broadway honors Hagerstown community theatre leader
HAGERSTOWN, Md. (DC News Now) — The head of a community theatre program in Hagerstown is headed to Broadway this weekend to be honored for his work with young performers. Robbie Soto has been coaching talented kids on stage for the past decade. He will be saluted for enriching the community through innovative theatrical productions […]
Hospice of Washington County values volunteer support for patients, staff
HAGERSTOWN, Md. (DC News Now) — The Kiwanis Club of Hagerstown paid special tribute Thursday to the many volunteers who devote time to the Hospice of Washington County. Being a meaningful volunteer can be as simple as just spending a few hours watching TV with a patient. When it comes to end-of-life care, it takes […]
Bethesda man conned into buying $1.1 million in gold bars
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — An Owings Mills man was arrested in connection with “government-imposter related gold bar scams,” police in Montgomery County said Thursday. On July 17, a 74-year-old Bethesda man reached out to the Montgomery County Department of Police (MCPD) Financial Crimes Section to report he had been swindled after seeing […]
Three charged in high-speed chase that left deputy hurt in Stafford County
STAFFORD COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) said three people are facing several charges after allegedly leading deputies on a high-speed chase Tuesday evening. Shortly after 5:30 p.m., deputies observed a black Honda Civic that was allegedly wanted. The Sheriff’s Office said deputies attempted to stop the car but […]
2024 Olympics: Where in the world is that? A guide to some lesser known nations represented in Paris
It's a unique event that pits competitors from highly populated, massive countries against qualifiers from the tiniest of nations. There are 206 recognized national Olympic committees, and when the representatives come down the Seine River in downtown Paris during the opening ceremony July 26, some will be from places you've never heard of.
ICE! returns to Gaylord National Resort with new theme
NATIONAL HARBOR, Md. (DC News Now) — It’s Christmas in July. Representatives from the Gaylord National stopped by the DC News Now studio to reveal this year’s theme for ICE! Visitors will be immersed in the world of “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” The driven holiday exhibit will feature larger-than-life ice sculptures, ice tunnels and an […]
U.S. Botanic Garden summer exhibit highlights unique displays
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — The U.S. Botanic Garden is highlighting local organizations enriching their communities through plants. The four organizations being showcased are Building Bridges Across the River, City Blossoms, The Green Scheme, and Washington Parks & People. Devin Dotson, Senior Communications Specialist at U.S. Botanic Garden says the exhibit is a great way […]
MSP identifies two women in their 80s killed in Charles County crash
CHARLES COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — Maryland State Police (MSP) have released the names of the two people who were killed in a crash in Charles County Wednesday. The victims were identified as 81-year-old Norma Matthews, of Lowell, Massachusetts, and 86-year-old Virginia Licata, of Blackwood, New Jersey. The crash happened at around 1:45 p.m. […]
Two injured after crash in Fairfax County
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — The Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD) said two people were injured after a crash in Lorton on Thursday morning. Police said they were at the scene of a two-vehicle crash at Gunston Cove Road and Sophia Road. Officers said both drivers were taken to the hospital. One of […]
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