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Candidates for Maryland’s US Senate seat lining up endorsements for November election
BALTIMORE, Md. (DC News Now) — On the Maryland U.S. Senate campaign trail, Republican Larry Hogan and Democrat Angela Alsobrooks are racking up some key endorsements. This week, Hogan met with leaders of the state’s Jewish community and has another meeting scheduled for the weekend during these High Holidays. The former two-term governor also pulled […]
Hundreds of Washington Commanders fans hit stores to buy Quarterback Jayden Daniels jerseys
LANDOVER, Md. (DC News Now) —The Washington Commanders fans have lots to cheer about this season. Right now, the team is 3-1 and plays at home Sunday against the Cleveland Browns. Most of the hype and excitement surrounds quarterback Jayden Daniels, who has been on fire leading his team to victories. At the Commanders Team […]
Jury: Former Fairfax County police officer not guilty of involuntary manslaughter in fatal shooting of shoplifting suspect
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — After nearly 12 hours of deliberation, a jury found a former Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD) sergeant not guilty of involuntary manslaughter after fatally shooting a suspected shoplifter at Tysons Corner last year. He was, however, convicted of reckless handling of a firearm. Former Sgt. Wesley Shifflett was […]
Starlink offers free services to areas impacted by Hurricane Helene
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – Starlink is offering its services to those impacted by Hurricane Helene. Starlink is offering a free 30-day service option for people facing the impact of Hurricane Helene. New Customers can follow the steps below: For current customers in need of additional services follow these steps: Current customers activating additional kits purchased […]
Georgia man arrested for fatal five-vehicle crash in Hagerstown, police say
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — Maryland State Police (MSP) said Friday that a Georgia man was arrested in connection to a deadly multi-vehicle crash that happened in Hagerstown. MSP said 62-year-old Ray Pittman was charged with two counts of vehicular manslaughter, homicide by motor vehicle and two counts of driving while impaired for […]
Jury indicts Prince George’s County man on 27 counts for stalking, shooting at ex-girlfriend
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — A federal grand jury charged a Brandywine man on Friday with 27 counts for his involvement in three shootings, stalking his ex-girlfriend and distributing revenge porn. Officials said that Nahvarj Mills, 31, started dating his ex-girlfriend in December 2022. The U.S. Attorney’s Office (USAO) said he physically abused […]
What to know about DC’s Open Streets event: Times, road closures, more
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — Washington, D.C. is holding its community-driven, car-free Open Streets event in Northwest on Saturday. The event will take place on 7th Street NW from Rhode Island Avenue to E Street NW. The event will last from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. and features “people-powered fun.” Due to this event, 7th […]
Trump, Kemp make rare joint appearance in Helene aftermath
Former President Trump and Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp (R) on Friday made their first public appearance together in years, putting aside simmering tensions to highlight how Hurricane Helene has devastated the state. The two leaders toured storm damage in the community of Evans, meeting with local officials and families and offering support for those impacted by the […]
USAO: Demonstrator charged for vandalizing Union Station’s Columbus Circle during pro-Palestine protest
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — The U.S. Attorney’s Office (USAO) said a Virginia man was arrested Friday morning for spray-painting the monument at Columbus Circle in front of D.C.’s Union Station during a protest in support of Palestine in July. Zaid Mohammed Mahdawi, 26, was charged with destruction of government property. On July 24, several groups […]
Man found guilty 29 years after murder of Springfield mother
FAIRFAX, Va. (DC News Now) — A man linked to a brutal 1994 Springfield, Va. stabbing pleaded guilty to first-degree murder on Friday. Police said Stephen Smerk, 52, pled guilty to first-degree murder for stabbing and killing Robin Lawrence in November of 1994. Lawrence was found stabbed inside her home on Nov. 20, 1994. Prosecutors […]
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