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Lexington man reflects on attending college with Kamala Harris
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - A Lexington man who was once classmates with Vice President Kamala Harris at Howard University in the early 1980s is looking back. On June 2, 1984, Jim and Cathy Coleman were married. The reception held on Howard University’s campus in Washington, D.C., had an unexpected guest: a young, twenty-something Kamala Harris showed up to support the newlyweds.
'Sad all the way around': Third dog death linked to Virginia PetSmart
ALEXANDRIA, Va. (WJLA) — Earlier this week, WJLA reported that two separate dogs died shortly after staying at a Virginia Petsmart boarding facility. Now, the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria revealed a third dog has died within a week of staying there. All three dogs were staying at the...
Road closures in D.C. for Netanyahu's visit, protests
Note: The stretch of Virginia Avenue NW is closed east bound only. Data: Metropolitan Police Department; Map: Axios VisualsStreet closures and traffic disruptions are in effect this week for the visit of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and anticipated demonstrations.The big picture: Netanyahu will head to the White House Tuesday and speak to Congress Wednesday — part of his first visit to Washington in almost four years, and his first trip abroad since Hamas' Oct. 7 attack on Israel that led to the war in Gaza, Axios' Barak Ravid reports.What to expect: The streets near Foggy Bottom (above) will remain...
List: Road closures, restrictions in place for Netanyahu visit to DC
WASHINGTON — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will visit D.C. this week. Netanyahu is expected to address a joint session of Congress on Wednesday. As a result of the visit, several road closures and parking restrictions are in place. Here's what drivers need to know. The following streets will...
“DO YOU WANNA DANCE?”
“Do you wanna dance and hold my hand…..” (lyrics to “Do You Want to Dance” by Bobby Freeman 1958). Everyone, no matter what age, loves to dance in some form or fashion, whether cultural or social dance or just tapping your toes to the beat of a song. Dance can be classical, cultural, freestyle, group or partner dance. Cultures and communities use dance as a way of entertainment, social interaction, communication and relaxation.
Prosecution Confident Despite Suppression of Cell Phone Evidence
Thank you for reading D.C. Witness. Help us continue our mission into 2024. The prosecution in a non-fatal shooting case said they could still prove a defendant’s guilt, even though DC Superior Court Judge Rainey Brandt denied a motion to reconsider a ruling suppressing cellphone evidence on July 22.
Pop-up exhibit to display remains of 18th-century ships found in Arlington
ALEXANDRIA, Va. (DC News Now) — Alexandria celebrates its 275th birthday this year! From April to September, the city is hosting several events to highlight its rich history and recognize this milestone. One event on July 26 is the unique pop-up archaeology, the “Buried Ships of Robinson Landing.” The display showcases the historic models of […]
‘That Is NOT My Question!’ House Dem Explodes on Secret Service Director for Dodging Question About ‘The Ubiquity of Guns’ in America
Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-VA) became exasperated with Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle on Monday as he questioned her at a House Oversight Committee hearing about the security failures leading to the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. The post ‘That Is NOT My Question!’ House Dem Explodes on Secret Service Director for Dodging Question About ‘The Ubiquity of Guns’ in America first appeared on Mediaite.
Black Greek organizations, NC Howard alum stress importance of 2024 election: 'A serious matter'
With the growing potential of Vice President Kamala Harris securing the Democratic nomination for president, there are conversations happening across the globe on if a Black woman is capable of leading the United States."As a vice president, she has already led," said Aurellia Anderson Thompson, a Howard University alum. "We know she can lead at the highest office because she has the skills to do so."Thompson is thrilled that Vice President Kamala Harris graduated from the same university she did. She proudly showed off her Bison merchandise from the shirt to the bracelet."So we have on the wonderful...
Things to Do In DC: Grooves In the Garden
Looking for fun things to do in DC this summer? Check out Grooves in the Garden, an outdoor event featuring live music and more!. The Grooves In The Garden experience is designed to connect Americans with their West African friends and neighbors in a shared cultivation experience. This exciting event series celebrates our diverse community in Washington, DC while also paying homage to our roots while connecting District residents. Located in DC’s most beautiful urban farm, The Well at Oxon Run Park, the festival transforms the green space into a vibrant hub of activity and cultural exchange.
Lost Capitol Hill: The Legend of Mistletoe Bough
Over the last few columns, we have looked at a most entertaining article about ghosts in the Capitol, published February 5, 1899 in the Washington Times. While most of the stories refer to famous statesmen who continue to haunt the Capitol even long after their death, one story stands out as featuring not a politician, but a young bride:
Georgetown’s Iconic Bank Dome to Be Restored
It is one of the most photographed and recognized sites of Georgetown: the iconic golden dome that caps off the PNC Bank at the busy intersection of M Street and Wisconsin Avenue NW. The bank building is more that a century old and was famously occupied by Riggs Banks for...
The push to make Friendship Heights a ’15-minute neighborhood’
D.C. and Montgomery County, Maryland, businesses in the Friendship Heights corridor were “on their own” before Montgomery County’s Friendship Heights Urban District was created, according to Montgomery County Council President Andrew Friedson. Friedson said the district and the nonprofit Friendship Heights Alliance are working together with D.C....
Historic 'Reeves Farmhouse' set to transfer out of county hands
ARLINGTON, Va. — The echoes of the Reeves Farmhouse’s past might soon blend with the promises of a more inclusive future. After years of planning, the historic property known as Reevesland in Arlington County is set to transfer out of county hands. On Monday, the Arlington County Board...
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