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Man shot, killed in Northwest DC; police investigating
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — A man was shot and killed in D.C. late Friday night, police said. The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) said that it received a report of gunshots in the 300 block of N St. NW. Officers responded just after 10:30 p.m. and found a man who had been shot. He was […]
2 shootings in DC just hours apart, 1 dead
WASHINGTON - The Metropolitan Police Department continues to investigate two separate early morning shootings that left one man dead. 4th Street Northwest, D.C. According to police, a man was found shot in the area of 4th Street Northwest and N Street. Police say the victim has since been pronounced dead.
Deadpool & Wolverine special items at AMC Theatres Montgomery 16 in Bethesda (Photos)
AMC Theatres has arguably been the top movie theater chain in recent years when it comes to special promotional items for blockbuster movies. There are almost as many limited-edition collectible and consumable products for Deadpool & Wolverine this weekend at AMC Theatres as there are cameos in the film. True believers will find all of these snacks, beverages, collectibles, and merchandise in the lobby. Here's a look at what's available for this superhero slugfest at AMC Theatres Montgomery 16 at Westfield Montgomery Mall in Bethesda:
Power line project would cut through Baltimore region’s preserved land, farms
Central Maryland residents in growing numbers are vowing to stop a proposed upgrade to the region’s energy grid involving a 500,000-volt overhead transmission line that would cut across farms, parks, neighborhoods, wetlands and forests in three counties. The Maryland Piedmont Reliability Project would carve a 70-mile path through largely rural areas of Baltimore, Carroll and Frederick ...
#DISCDC: DC Sankofa Books: The Local Bookstore Making a Big Impact in the Community
Discover the impact of DC Sankofa Books, empowering the community through education and literature since 1998. A beacon of enlightenment!. Founded by Shirikiana and Haile Gerima and named after the internationally acclaimed film SANKOFA they produced. It’s symbol, the Sankofa Bird, looks backward constantly checking as she moves into the future.
Trey Lipscomb scores run in Nationals' win at St. Louis
Washington defeated St. Louis, 10-8, on Friday at Busch Stadium in St. Louis, Missouri. Former Vol Trey Lipscomb started at third base for the Nationals. He went 1-for-4 in the contest and scored one run, while also reaching on-base after a walk. Lipscomb was selected by Washington in the third-round...
A New Navy Museum on M St. SE – 5 Aspirational Concepts
A New Navy Museum on M St. SE – 5 Aspirational Concepts. The Navy is relocating its National Museum of the US Navy to M Street, SE, to alleviate security concerns associated with high rise development of the M Street site by private developers and to provide greater public access to the museum. The site is currently owned by GSA which is engaged in a land swap for a piece of the Navy Yard’s SE corner for the purpose.
Evan Economo Joins UMD to Chair the Department of Entomology
Evan Economo will join the University of Maryland on September 1, 2024, as the James B. Gahan and Margaret H. Gahan Professor and chair of the Department of Entomology, following an international search. He is currently the dean of faculty affairs and professor at the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University (OIST) in Japan.
7News talks 1-on-1 with the Lieutenant Roshawnda Drake on Camp Spark
WASHINGTON (7News) — Happening in the district this weekend is an event that allows girls to explore a career they might not have otherwise considered. Camp Spark is a 2-day firefighting and EMS training camp put on by the District of Columbia Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department. Lieutenant Roshawnda Drake joins 7News' Kellye Lynn to discuss the camp and how it can impact young women's lives.
Police and Hyundai to Host Free Free Steering Wheel Lock and Anti-Theft Software Upgrade Event
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) and Hyundai will host a free anti-theft software upgrade event August 2-4 at Paint Branch High School (14121 Old Columbia) in Burtonsville. This event is open to 2011-2021 Hyundai vehicle owners and lessees, and will offer free software solutions to help prevent a method...
Pro-Palestinian encampment removed from Secretary Blinken’s Arlington home by police
The pro-Palestinian encampment outside of Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s Arlington, Virginia, home is no more. The encampment along the 400 block of Chain Bridge Road (Route 123) in McLean had been lined with protesters holding signs with phrases such as “Let Gaza Live” and “Full Ceasefire in Gaza now,” since January.
Montgomery County Police Drone Program Hits 1,000 Flights, Hailed as ‘Huge Success’
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) in Maryland has reached a significant milestone with its drone program, completing its 1,000th flight. This achievement comes as police officials tout the program's effectiveness in law enforcement operations. Drone Program's Impact on Policing. According to a report by MyMCMedia, Captain Jason Cokinis, Commander...
Signage Installed as MOM’s Organic Market Nears Downtown Silver Spring Opening
Exterior signage has been installed at the future MOM’s Organic Market as the Rockville-based natural and organic grocery store chain prepares to open at the Atwell on Spring mixed-use complex in downtown Silver Spring. We previously reported that construction was underway at the Atwell on Spring complex, formerly known...
Competition Times for Alexandria, Virginia’s Olympians
ALEXANDRIA, VA – T.C. Williams High School (now Alexandria City High School) alum Noah Lyles will compete in the 100-meter preliminaries on August 3 at 5:45 am ET on NBC, Peacock, and NBCOlympics.com. The semifinals will take place on Sunday, August 4, at 2 pm ET on the same networks, and the 100-meter finals will take place at 3:50 on August 4. He will compete in the 200-meter preliminaries on Monday, August 5, at 1:55 pm, the semis on Wednesday, August 7, at 2:02 pm, and the final on Thursday, August 8, at 2:30 p.m. on the same networks.
Big-Time European Soccer Clubs To Pass Through Maryland This Summer
When FC Barcelona and AC Milan step on the field at M&T Bank Stadium later this summer, it will mark 15 years since big-time European soccer clubs began visiting Baltimore to play preseason friendlies. Milan, a perennial powerhouse in Italy’s Serie A, first played in Baltimore in August 2009, part...
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