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1 dead, 2 critically hurt in Northeast DC collision
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — DC Fire and EMS (DCFD) crews were at the scene of a fatal crash that happened on Tuesday night. Just before 7 p.m., first responders were called to the scene on Bunker Hill Road and Eastern Avenue Northeast. There, a car struck a tree before hitting a moped. A person […]
Couple pleads guilty to homicide for fire that killed Maryland sisters in the Hamptons
POTOMAC, Md. (DC News Now) — A New York couple pleaded guilty on Wednesday to charges relating to a fire that happened in their rental home in the Hamptons, killing two sisters from Potomac in 2022. Peter Miller, 56, pleaded guilty to two counts of Criminal Negligent Homicide, and Pamela Miller, 55, pleaded guilty to […]
Maryland updates free, reduced-price school meal guidelines
MARYLAND (DC News Now) — The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) updated its guidelines regarding free and reduced-price school meals, raising the maximum income requirement. In a news release issued Thursday, MSDE explained that eligibility is determined based on household size and income. For example, a child from a family of four qualifies for […]
Olympic boxer, Oxon Hill native Jahmal Harvey speaks about his experience in Paris
UPPER MARLBORO, Md. (DC News Now) — Many DMV athletes competed in the 2024 Paris Olympics, from swimming to fencing and boxing. When DC News Now spoke to Oxon Hill boxer Jahmal Harvey, he was still in awe over his experience a few weeks ago. “It hit me like two days ago when I posted […]
Rockville restaurant fighting food insecurity among students
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — Little Miner Taco’s new Rockville Town Square location opened in July, but it just threw its grand opening fiesta on Wednesday. The restaurant celebrated its new initiative to donate 100 percent of the proceeds from kids’ meal sales to the Dine with Dignity program. “I have a great […]
Rockville restaurant fighting food insecurity among students
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — Little Miner Taco’s new Rockville Town Square location opened in July, but it just threw its grand opening fiesta on Wednesday. The restaurant celebrated its new initiative to donate 100 percent of the proceeds from kids’ meal sales to the Dine with Dignity program. “I have a great […]
DC tries to keep it cool amid triple-digit temperatures
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — While a lot of people were hunkered down inside with air conditioning on Wednesday, others spent the day outdoors in the heat. Many took advantage of the water feature at Percy Plaza along the Georgetown Waterfront trying to stay cool amid the triple-digit feels-like temperatures. “When you thought we finally […]
DC Health taking over animal control operations from Humane Rescue Alliance
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — Starting next year, the DC Department of Health will take over animal care and control operations for the District. The Humane Rescue Alliance (HRA) has been fulfilling animal care and control in D.C. through a contract since 1980. The current contract will expire at the end of September. A news […]
‘Tragic accident:’ DC police officer dies in accidental shooting
EDITOR’S NOTE: In a press conference just after 10 p.m., MPD Executive Assistant Chief Jeffery Carroll said the officer passed away from his injuries. WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — A D.C. police officer died after accidentally shooting himself near Interstate 295 on Wednesday, officials confirmed. In a post just before 6:10 p.m., the Metropolitan Police […]
Repairs to bridge over Potomac tests patience of drivers in and out of Hancock
HANCOCK, Md. (DC News Now) — In western Maryland, traffic headaches are adding to the exasperation caused by extreme late summer heat. According to locals, the bridge crossing the Potomac in and out of Hancock has become a drivers’ nightmare. Locals said maintenance on this bridge has long been neglected, and drivers’ patience is wearing […]
Hagerstown anticipates opening of new downtown brewpub
HAGERSTOWN, Md. (DC News Now) — A new brewpub is coming to downtown Hagerstown. Hub City Brewing is set to open next week. The venture will be a combination brewery, distillery, winery and cidery. City leaders said the new addition will grow the area’s so-called arts and entertainment district. “They’re going to have daytime and […]
Former DC police officer sentenced for involvement in selling victim information to attorneys
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — A former Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) patrol officer was sentenced on Wednesday for his role in a bribery scheme, selling attorneys non-public police information. Vincent Forrest, 36, will spend over a year and a half behind bars after being found guilty in January on charges of conspiracy, bribery and making […]
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