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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 […]
Prince George's Co. Police chief says officers know who shot 6-year-old Ahsan Payton
TEMPLE HILLS, Md. — Weeks after a 6-year-old boy was shot to death at a July Fourth celebration, the Prince George's County Police chief says investigators know who pulled the trigger. Ahsan Payton was among the people shot at the Fourth of July party on Akron Street. The 6-year-old...
Georgetown Baseball Earns ABCA Team Academic Excellence Award
WASHINGTON – The Georgetown University baseball team was named an American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA) Team Academic Excellence award winner for the fourth-consecutive year as announced by the ABCA on Wednesday. Georgetown posted a 3.44 team GPA in the fall and a 3.40 team GPA in the spring giving the Hoyas a 3.42 team GPA across 2023-24. Teams from every level of college and high school baseball were honored with this year's award, which highlights programs coached by ABCA members that posted a GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale for the cumulative 2023-24 academic year. Nearly 350...
Real Estate Fresh Finds: July 24, 2024
Real Estate Fresh Finds is a weekly selection of newly listed properties in the District, brought to you by RLAH Real Estate. Featured Property of the Week: 2001 12th Street NW #313. COMING SOON: “Welcome to this exceptional 2-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom condo in the coveted Lincoln condominium on the vibrant U...
Chef Erik Bruner-Yang’s Cozy New D.C. Bar Will Open Aug. 7
On Wednesday, August 7, a cozy new bar called Providencia (1321 Linden Court NE) will swing open in the same Northeast neighborhood as co-owner Erik Bruner-Yang’s other popular establishments that include Maketto and Bronze. The small new sibling spot was announced in March and anticipation for a solid opening date has been building ever since. The Asian-Latin neighborhood cocktail bar from Bruner-Yang, Pedro Tobar, and Daniel Gonzalez explores the cross-cultural ingredients of the partners’ native Taiwan, Mexico, and El Salvador through a tightly curated dinner and drinks menu. The small bar will sit on an under-the-radar alleyway corner off of H Street NE. The two-story space features a 15-seat bar and intimate upstairs lounge with room for just 8 to 12 people at a time.
RESOURCE ALERT | No-Cost Eye Exams + Glasses at DC Libraries
This Summer, DC Public Library is teaming up with Vision To Learn to provide No-cost eye exams, and, if necessary, glasses for children (PreK-12 grade only). Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity—book your appointment now!
The Capital Grille reveals wine pairings for Wine Wednesday
Washington, D.C. (7News) — Capital Grille Managing Partner Sarah Roth joined Good Morning Washington to celebrate Wine Down Wednesday with the restaurant's food and wine pairings. Roth educated Kidd and Eileen by exploring red and white wine pairings offered by the restaurant. She described how wines work best with...
The Angry Jerk now open in Dupont Circle!
“The most mouthwatering Caribbean cuisine! The Angry Jerk open now, hours 11am-1am”. Thanks to Jayson for sending the good word on The Angry Jerk opening their new spot:. “The Angry Jerk is open in the old Hip City Veg location on Conn Ave NW near N St.”
Trey Lipscomb hits third double in rookie season
San Diego defeated Washington, 4-0, on Tuesday at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C. Former Vol Trey Lipscomb started at third base for the Nationals. He went 1-for-3 and hit his third double of the season. Lipscomb has recorded a .226 batting average, one home run and 10 RBIs in 50...
2025 forward Taissa Queiroz sets official visit to Washington, discusses recruiting updates
Taissa Queiroz had a breakout weekend at the Nike Nationals. The 5-11, forward attends Cardinal Newman High School and is a member of the Brazilian U19 Women's basketball team. Queiroz is currently leading a loaded recruitment that's entering the later stages. So far, the race is being headlined by Utah Kansas State, Gonzaga, Georgia, Florida and others.
Washington D.C. Braces for Showers and Thunderstorms, NWS Advises Caution Against Isolated Flooding
Washington D.C. residents and visitors are in for a wet and potentially stormy day, as the National Weather Service (NWS) forecasts showers and the chance of thunderstorms, with a high humidity that's typical for a capital summer day. According to the NWS Washington D.C., there's a 70% chance of precipitation today, with rainfall amounts likely between a tenth and quarter of an inch, though thunderstorms could bring higher quantities.
“Mi Cuba Cafe will be temporarily closed due to administrative affairs”
Thanks to Michael for sending: “have you heard anything about Mi Cuba Cafe closing? They have a “temporarily closed” message on their website.”. Mi Cuba Cafe will be temporarily closed due to administrative affairs until further notice. Mi Cuba Cafe. Queridos clientes,. Mi Cuba Cafe permanecera cerrado...
Shooting Defendant Rejects Plea Offer, Request for Release Denied
Thank you for reading D.C. Witness. Help us continue our mission into 2024. A shooting defendant rejected a plea offer and was denied a request for release by DC Superior Court Judge Erik Christian on July 24. Theodore Williams, 52, is charged with possession of a firearm during a crime...
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