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Fifth suspect connected to shooting at Manassas Mall arrested, police seeking witnesses
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Va. (7News) — The fifth primary suspect connected to a shooting at Manassas Mall in early July is in police custody, according to Prince William County police on Tuesday. Back on July 15, officials identified Tayvion Thornton, 18, as being allegedly involved in the July 9...
Fatal Stabbing In Mount Rainier Was City's First Homicide In Five Years, Police Say
Mount Rainier resident Davon Henderson has been charged with murder of Julio Lopez Cosme during an argument on Sunday morning. It was the first homicide in Mount Rainier in more than five years. Officers from the Mount Rainier Police Department were called at around 12:40 a.m. on July 14 to...
Report: European-style grocer coming to Reston and Falls Church
A national grocery chain originally inspired by open food markets in Europe is plotting an expansion in the D.C. area. The Fresh Market has landed deals to open stores at Reston Station and West Falls, the mixed-use development currently under construction on Falls Church City’s former high school campus, the Washington Business Journal first reported.
1st Ed Credit Union Celebrates I Love My Credit Union Day
1st Ed Credit Union announces in-branch celebrations for I Love My Credit Union Day. On July 26, 2024, 1st Ed will host a member appreciation event at their Chambersburg, Greencastle, and Hanover branches. From 11 AM – 2 PM, all branches will be offering refreshments, giveaway opportunities, and more.
13-Time Grammy Award Winner to Headline 20th Annual Silver Spring Jazz Festival
Per the news release: “Mr. Valdés—known as a pianist, bandleader, composer and arranger—has won seven GRAMMY Awards, six Latin GRAMMY Awards and a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Latin Recording Academy. The 20th Annual Silver Spring Jazz Festival is one of our County’s most popular events...
Pain management practice to open in St. Mary's
Clearway Pain Solutions, a pain management medical practice currently operating in seven states, has selected Lexington Exchange in California as the site of its second location in the St. Mary’s County market. The group signed a lease with St. John Properties Inc. for 9,102-square-feet of space and intends to open within the 140-acre mixed-use business community by the end of this year. The Lexington Exchange location at 23619 Oak View...
Bowie native to compete on 'Big Brother'
BOWIE, Md. — One of Bowie, Maryland's own is stepping into the national spotlight as he gets ready to compete on the latest season of Big Brother. Cam Sullivan-Brown, 25, aims to outlast and outplay his fellow housemates in the quest for the grand prize of $750,000. The local...
Details Released: Two Arrested In Connection To Violent Robbery And Murder In Prince George’s County
SUITLAND, Md. – In a significant development, Akiya Gabrielle Bagley and Walter Jayvon Plummer were arrested following a violent robbery and shooting incident that took place on June 27, 2024, in Suitland, Prince George’s County, Maryland. The Prince George’s County Police Department responded to a distress call at...
Former Famous Dave’s/Diya Bistro Location to Be Demolished; Application For 297-Unit Building Is In
The building that was home to Famous Dave’s and Diya Bistro at 917 Quince Orchard Rd in Gaithersburg is set to be demolished. it has been fenced off for a while, with signage for Monocacy Custom Services (Excavation and Demolition) up on the fence. Last month we reported that an amendment to the Schematic Development Plan (SDP) was filed, requesting to construct 297 unit multi-family building on the corner of Quince Orchard Rd and Great Seneca Highway.
MCPD: Suspects crash into Silver Spring gas station in attempt to steal ATM
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) said it is investigating after someone drove their vehicle into a Sunoco gas station and tried to take the ATM Tuesday morning. Police said that just after 2 a.m. on July 16, officers were called to the 12000 block of Cherry Hill […]
Free ‘Afro-Latin Dance Party’ on Tuesday, July 16
There will be a free “Afro-Latin Dance Party” on Tuesday, July 16 at Veterans Plaza (1 Veterans Pl.) in Silver Spring. Per the news release: “Sunset Tuesdays in Silver Spring from 7-9 p.m. on July 16 will feature the free “Afro-Latin Dance Party” on Veterans Plaza. The event will feature the sounds of Bachata, Salsa, Merengue, Kizomba and more.
WPL shines again for Southard Audio at DelFest
DelFest, one of the premier roots festivals in the US, has steadily evolved its technical infrastructure at the Allegany County Fairgrounds in Cumberland, MD, since its inception 17 years ago. Supporting the multi-stage event with sound reinforcement from the very beginning has been Martin Audio partner Southard Audio. This year,...
Clinical Trial Design Is the Focus at Amyloidosis Forum
The proceedings from the Amyloidosis Forum Meeting entitled “Advancing Drug Development in ATTR Amyloidosis in an Evolving Treatment Landscape,” which was held at the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) White House Campus, located in Silver Spring, Maryland, focused on the components of clinical trial design. Results of the proceedings were published recently in the journal Advances in Therapy.
Brother of murdered Maryland mom Rachel Morin speaks at RNC
BALTIMORE - The brother of murdered Maryland mom Rachel Morin spoke Tuesday at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee.Morin, a mother of five, was found raped and murdered along Harford County's Ma & Pa Trail in August 2023.Her suspected killer, Victor Martinez Hernandez, who police say was in the country illegally, was arrested in Tulsa, Oklahoma and was extradited to Maryland.The RNC on Tuesday focused on safety with a heavy emphasis on the Biden Administration and whether there's been enough security.Law enforcement says Martinez Hernandez left El Salvador in February 2023 after he was wanted for murder, six months before allegedly killing Morin."Rachel, a joyful, accomplished athlete and mother of five, was raped and murdered by a suspected illegal immigrant," said Michael Morin, Rachel Morin's brother. "My sister's death was preventable."
Plane crash leaves 1 dead in Maryland
EASTON, MD—A person has died after their plane crashed into the Tred Avon River on Tuesday morning, Maryland State Police said in a news release. The victim’s identity has not yet been released. The crash was reported at just after 9:30 a.m. on July 16, police said. A...
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