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DC police seek suspects involved in Northwest burglary
WASHINGTON (7News) — D.C. police are asking for the community’s help to identify suspects involved in a burglary in Northwest on Tuesday, July 23. Officers said around 2:20 a.m., two suspects forced their way into an establishment in the 700 block of Kennedy Street, Northwest. One of the...
DC Fire and EMS respond to car fire near Watergate Hotel
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — DC Fire and EMS crews were at the scene of a car fire near the Watergate Hotel on Friday evening. Officials arrived at the nearby highway just after 6:45 p.m. In a post on the X platform, the department said its Fire Operations Center was working closely with the Metropolitan […]
DC bars kick off extended hours as the Olympic Games get underway
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) – More than 70 bars and restaurants across the District are permitted to stay open 24 hours a day through the next two weeks, as the Olympic Games get underway. “We’ve done this [before], we love it, it’s one of the things that make D.C. great,” said Jessica Cooper, Senior Manager […]
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.
Position Available: Part-Time Contract Sectretary
The City is seeking a part-time Contract Secretary to attend and record evening Board and Committee meetings. This position requires a reliable person with strong grammar and secretarial skills to prepare a summary of the proceedings, make approved revisions, and provide a final set of minutes in a timely manner. This assignment does not require word-for-word reporting. Meetings are conducted by Zoom or at public facilities in College Park on weekday evenings.
Thurmont fines sober living house for zoning violation; director alleges discrimination
The town of Thurmont has issued citations on a sober living house for operating improperly in a residential neighborhood — but the people owning the house and living there allege the town is discriminating against them. Up and Out Sober Living is a “recovery residence” certified by the Maryland RecoveryNet and provides homes for individuals in recovery for drug or alcohol addictions. As a ...
Maryland wrestler aims to be the greatest of all time
Aaron Brooks, a standout wrestler from Hagerstown, Maryland, is set to make his Olympic debut in Paris. According to this family, Brooks is likely the first Olympian ever from his hometown. Brooks, who recently won the prestigious Hodge Trophy as the nation’s top collegiate wrestler, has been chasing his dream...
Maryland Weather: Spectacular Sunday, heat & storms next week
BALTIMORE -- A spectacular Sunday is on the way. Intense heat and humidity return next week along with afternoon storm chances.Sunshine continues Sunday with temperatures climbing just a touch in the low 90s across the forecast area, unless you are in the mountains or near the water. Cooler water temperatures will help keep those afternoon highs in the upper 80s.Heat and humidity become the big story next week. High pressure to our east will help pump in hot and muggy air. Highs return to the lower to middle 90s Monday afternoon. A few isolated storms will be possible during the...
Frederick distillery wins Maryland’s best whiskey, Hagerstown’s Meinelschmidt crafts 3rd best cocktail in state
26 July 2024- In its first year, the Maryland Grain Producers Association and Maryland Department of Agriculture’s Maryland’s Best program, have named Frederick’s McClintock Distilling the winner of the 2024 Maryland’s Best Whiskey competition. It is for whiskeys produced in the state, made with at least 50 percent or more local grain.
6 Maryland men arrested in crackdown on car rallies
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — Maryland State Police (MSP) announced Friday that several people were charged in a multi-agency crackdown on car rallies known as “takeovers.” Takeovers are “illegal activities” that involve “blocking public roads for dangerous stunts, disrupting traffic, causing property damage and posing risks to the public,” according to the […]
US Environmental Protection Agency Awards Millions for Hempcrete Development
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded a grant of approximately $6.2 million to the Nashville-based nonprofit Hemp Building Institute. The grant will support the development of hempcrete, a sustainable building material made from hemp. This funding is part of the EPA’s broader $160 million initiative to promote environmentally friendly technologies across various industries.
Aldi opens stores in Maryland, Wisconsin, Michigan, and Missori
It was a big week for German discount grocer Aldi, which opened four stores in four different states. The grocer launched three on Thursday at the following locations:. 737 South Frederick Ave., Gaithersburg, Md. 4344 Mormon Coulee Road, La Crosse, Wisc. 1270 N. Telegraph Road, Monroe, Mich. A fourth store...
Play Harder Looking to Extend Streak in $100,000 Concern
LAUREL, MD – Rising Sun Racing Stables, Inc.’s Play Harder, promoted to a stakes victory that extended his win streak to three races last time out, looks to make it four in a row against familiar foe Celtic Contender and a quartet of shippers in Sunday’s $100,000 Concern at Laurel Park.
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