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2 People Die As Listeria Outbreak Connected To Deli Meat Spreads Across 12 States
A dangerous listeria outbreak is making its way across the United States through deli meat, resulting in at least 28 hospitalizations and 2 deaths. Affected individuals all seem to have eaten contaminated deli meat, though no specific brand or grocery store is a known culprit. Keep reading for more information.
‘In the Heights’ excites at Montgomery College Summer Dinner Theatre
With the DC area trudging through record heat this summer—temperatures running more than four degrees above average, 29 days at or over 90 (according to the National Weather Service)— Montgomery College’s Summer Dinner Theatre is the perfect place to cool down and enjoy the heat of In the Heights with its high-energy cast directed by Lauren Patton Villegas.
Shooting after altercation in Aspen Hill under investigation by Montgomery County police
ASPEN HILL, Md. (7News) — An investigation is underway after an altercation led to a shooting in Aspen Hill, Maryland Tuesday morning, according to Montgomery County police. Officers said they responded to the 2200 block of Bel Pre Road around 10:55 a.m. for a reported shooting. A preliminary investigation...
Chef Kwame Onwuachi Teases New D.C. Restaurant, Dōgon
Kwame Onwuachi, the acclaimed head chef of NYC’s Tatiana, recently spoke to Ebony about his upcoming culinary establishment set to open in Washington D.C.’s Salamander Resort location later this year. The new offering, Dōgon, will be a blend of the diaspora paying homage to D.C.’s strong Black presence...
Police searching for suspect after 3 women shot in Southeast DC
WASHINGTON - D.C. police are investigating after three women were shot in Southeast Tuesday afternoon. Officers were called to the scene in the 2900 block of Nelson Place, Southeast, just after 2:30 p.m. where they found the three victims. Police say the women are all conscious and breathing. The suspect...
Lexus Stolen In Fatal Dumfries Carjacking Located In Woodbridge; Suspect At Large
The Prince William County Police Department has released photos of the suspect who carjacked a man's Lexus then ran him over, and killed him in Dumfries.Officers were called to the Oasis at Montclair Apartment Complex on Stedham Circle in Dumfries shortly before 7 p.m. on Saturday, July 20, to inve…
National guardsman who set off an FBI manhunt sentenced for Jan. 6 assault
A former sergeant in the New Jersey Army National Guard military police was sentenced to 2½ years in prison Tuesday for pepper-spraying officers as they were under assault by the pro-Donald Trump mob at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021. Gregory Yetman set off an FBI manhunt when...
Salsa and bachata event planned for Jones Point Park to celebrate Peruvian Independence Day
An open event planned by Sabor Latino DC will fill Jones Point Park on Sunday with salsa and bachata music and dancing. The event celebrates Fiestas Patrias on July 28 and 29th — the celebration of Peru’s independence from the Spanish Empire in 1821. The event is scheduled...
Suspect believed to have run over 80-year-old man with ATV found dead by police
HANCOCK, MI -- A man who allegedly ran over an 80-year-old man with an ATV Sunday has been found dead after he allegedly contacted police to confess to the crime. The Houghton County Sheriff’s Office says it was contacted by a man Monday who wanted to confess to a crime with an ATV and asked for police to “send someone to pick me up.”
California-based supplier pleads guilty to role in methamphetamine trafficking organization in West Virginia
BLUEFIELD, WV (WVNS) — A California man pleaded guilty to a role in a methamphetamine trafficking organization that operated in West Virginia. 41-year-old Alejandro Gallegos, also known as “Alex,” “Rooster,” “G” and “Primo,” of Hacienda Heights, California, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute 500 grams or more of methamphetamine and 500 grams or more of […]
Chambersburg Man Arrested for Theft and Disorderly Conduct
On July 22, 2024, officers from the Chambersburg Police Department (CPD) responded to reports of a disturbance at Southgate Mall. Citizens had called the police after noticing a male who appeared to be passed out in front of the Family Dollar Store. When officers arrived, the individual was no longer present in the area.
GoFundMe started for West Virginia police officer involved in serious crash
CHARLES TOWN, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A fundraiser has been launched on behalf of Kassidy Noble, a Corporal with the Charles Town Police Department, who was severely injured in a traffic accident on Monday. Calvin Hinkle, Noble’s boyfriend, is seeking community support to help cover the unforeseen expenses her family is facing during this difficult time. […]
Fairfax County school board members sacrifice students’ stability for equity in redistricting policy
On July 18, in the middle of the summer when families are on vacation and school board members usually pass their most controversial policies, parents filled the auditorium at a Fairfax County school board meeting in protest of the county’s redistricting overhaul, Policy 8130. The school board members likely already knew what they were going […]
Free Outdoor Concerts in Adams Morgan Begin Next Week!
The Adams Morgan Partnership BID is kicking off their popular (and free!) outdoor concert series, AdMo Vibe, next Wednesday, July 31. Local musicians will perform in Kalorama Park at 1865 Columbia Road, NW in Adams Morgan. The four-week series will kick-off on Wednesday, July 31 from 6-7:30 p.m. AdMo Vibe...
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