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Lake Michigan boaters were 'floating on a piece of board' after explosion, rescuer says
A quick-thinking boater has been credited with saving two men who were seriously injured in a boat explosion on Lake Michigan, and the boater told reporters that God was watching over her and her boat on Tuesday.
D.C. Board of Education Passes Resolution in Support of Nixing Legacy Admissions
The D.C. State Board of Education (SBOE) has endorsed a call to cut deference to donor families and halt legacy admissions in the District’s private and public colleges. During a July 14 public meeting, the board voted 8-1 to pass Resolution SR24-16. Testimonies from a number of Georgetown University students were given.
Jamaican Independence and Emancipation Anniversaries in the Spotlight in Washington DC
WASHINGTON, DC – This coming Sunday, July 28, will be a red-letter day for Jamaicans in Washington DC, Virginia and Maryland, who are gearing up for a momentous celebration of the island’s Independence. Also on the cards for the special service of thanksgiving – a celebration of the...
Teen Suspected of Attempted Exxon Break-In Arrested in Glen Burnie, Accomplice Sought by Police
In an early morning incident at Glen Burnie, police responding to a 911 call arrested a 16-year-old male suspected of attempting to break into an Exxon gas station. The Anne Arundel County Police Department reported that the call came in at approximately 12:40 a.m. for an attempted burglary at 720 Aquahart Road. An officer, already monitoring the Computer Aided Dispatch system, arrived on the scene to find one of the suspects at the shattered entrance before any formal dispatch was issued.
St. Leonard Woman Wanted For Child Neglect
PRINCE FREDERICK, Md. – The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the whereabouts of Abigail Leigh Adams, 41 of St. Leonard. Adams is wanted for Child Neglect. Adams is described as a white female, 5 feet 3 inches tall, weighing approximately 160 lbs., with hazel eyes and black hair.
Prince George’s County’s Black Restaurant Week in full swing
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — Black Restaurant Week is in full swing, and Prince George’s County is celebrating black-owned establishments across the county. One restaurant that has seen support is Spice Kitchen in Hyattsville, a West African grill whose owner emphasized how important weeks like this are. “It put us on the […]
McLaurin High students honored in Washington, D.C.
Five McLaurin High School students recently placed third in the 2024 Capitol Hill Challenge, a national financial education program that involves a hypothetical investment challenge. They competed against 4,000 other students across the country. The team, which included Cameron Jefferson, Kalia Nickerson, Shaniah McIntosh, Isaiah Hughes and Walter Gainwell, learned...
Three swimmers from a Bethesda private school make it to the Olympics in Paris.
At Stone Ridge School for the Sacred Heart, Phoebe Bacon and Erin Gemmell were used to swimming in the shadow of Katie Ledecky, a prominent figure in the swimming world. For the very first time, the three Stone Ridge alumnae will be participating together in the Paris Olympics this summer.
Tina Leone Takes the Reins as CEO of District Dogs Amid Ongoing Lawsuit and Expansion Efforts
After a year marked by tragedy and controversy, District Dogs, a doggy day care and grooming facility, has announced a shift in leadership with the appointment of Tina Leone as its new CEO. This change comes in the wake of a catastrophic flood at the company's Northeast location on Rhode Island Avenue, which resulted in the death of ten dogs, and has subsequently led to litigation with eight dog owners filing a lawsuit. The incident, which occurred last year on August 14, continues to haunt the company as the new leadership takes the helm.
Construction to close northbound lanes of GW Memorial Parkway for 2 weekends
The northbound lanes of the George Washington Memorial Parkway between Spout Run Parkway and Route 123 will close temporarily in the coming weeks for construction, the National Park Service announced last week. The first closure will begin at 8 p.m. on Friday and end at 5 a.m. on Monday. The...
Stabbing Defendant’s Release Conditions Modified
Thank you for reading D.C. Witness. Help us continue our mission into 2024. A non-fatal stabbing defendant’s release conditions were modified by DC Superior Court Judge Rainey Brandt on July 24. James Toler, 45, is charged with assault with a dangerous weapon for his alleged involvement in a non-fatal...
13 candidates running to fill vacant seat following at large councilmember’s resignation in Prince George’s County
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — In Prince George’s County, 13 candidates are participating in a special primary election following the resignation of Councilmember Mel Franklin on June 14. Among the list of candidates are nine Democrats and Four Republicans. Franklin left the position after he was accused of stealing campaign funds, according […]
Walmart and Aldi Produce Pulled Due to Listeria Concerns
Due to possible listeria concerns, officials have recalled several types of produce (including):. According to a recent Patch article, the FDA says the produce was "sold at both Walmart stores and Aldi supermarkets between July 5 and 12." "According to officials, the products were sold in 13 states, including Connecticut,...
Key Bridge rebuild won’t require lengthy environmental impact study, officials say
Maryland officials will not have to fully evaluate how a planned replacement for the Francis Scott Key Bridge will affect the surrounding environment, including the Patapsco River, federal officials said this week. The move clears a hurdle that could have delayed an already lengthy rebuild process. The Federal Highway Administration issued the exemption from the […]
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