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Man had nearly $4K in stolen Lululemon merchandise in car, DC police say
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) arrested a man who had almost $4,000 in stolen Lululemon merchandise. On July 20, officers with the Robbery Suppression Unit were on patrol in the 3400 block of 12th Street area in Northeast D.C. when they saw a car commit a traffic violation. The officers […]
Missed Connection – Lauinger Library, Georgetown University
Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email [email protected] so I can put you in touch with OP. On Friday afternoon, we were both in the elevator going down. After some mechanical weirdness you,. a young white redheaded petite woman said, “Oh, so the light...
The Atlantis Launches with Foo Fighters, Parliament-Funkadelic, Maggie Rogers, and Others Powered by d&b audiotechnik A-Series Augmented Array
Washington, D.C. (22 July 2024) – The Atlantis, the newest addition to I.M.P.’s iconic D.C. venue portfolio, opened May 30, 2023 to mark the 44th anniversary of the concert promoter and their original legendary venue, the 9:30 Club. The promoter’s quest to replicate as many details as possible from the original venue, while still providing the powerful and impeccable sound their modern venues are renowned for posed significant challenges for the sound system installation. Through the expertise of Clair Global’s Eighth Day Sound, I.M.P. found a unique solution in d&b audiotechnik A-Series Augmented Array and SL-Series Subwoofers. This allowed the venue to launch with a star-studded celebration of 44 intimate performances featuring high-profile acts such as the Foo Fighters, Parliament-Funkadelic, Maggie Rogers, and members of Wilco and Death Cab for Cutie, among others.
42nd Annual Rammys Fetes Local Restaurants, Bars
Yesterday evening, restaurant industry professionals and their allies gathered for the 42nd Annual RAMMY Awards Gala at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center to celebrate the daily, tireless toil of delighting the District’s taste buds. The awards, presented by the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW), recognize excellence in long-standing categories that range from individual professional honors to accolades celebrating culinary concepts and service.
Bruni Deserving Of Draft Opportunity, Plans to Sign…Minster Classic Baseball Gets High Marks From Outside
After four years at Ohio State, the Buckeyes Gavin Bruni was selected recently in the 17th round of the major league baseball draft. What remains to be seen is whether Ohio State’s loss is the Washington Nationals’ gain. I was out of town during the MLB draft, ten...
Broccoli City Festival Wants to Serve Black Music Lovers With Intention in D.C.
What started as a modest affair with a mix of local acts and other up-and-comers (including one Solána Rowe, the week after her second EP as SZA dropped), Washington D.C.’s Broccoli City Festival has evolved into one of the country’s largest music weekends catering specifically to Black concertgoers. This year, Megan Thee Stallion, Gunna, Victoria Monét, Kayranada, and Sexyy Red are among the headliners, and star actor and producer Issa Rae will help kick off the show. Set to take place July 27th and 28th, this year marks the first time Broccoli City’s campus will be Audi Field –...
Today’s Rental was chosen for the light, obviously
This rental is located at 1707 Columbia Rd NW. The Craigslist ad says:. “$2,935 / 2br – 926ft2 – Amazing Adams Morgan Two Bedroom. Chatham Courts Apartments has a spacious Two Bedroom apartment available for an immediate move-in! Call to schedule your self-guided or virtual tour today!. Not...
Theatre Review: ‘Romeo and Juliet’ and ‘The Rover, or the Banish’d Cavaliers’ presented by Shakespeare Theatre Company Academy
For the first time in its 24 years in existence, Shakespeare Theatre Company is presenting the final performances of the STC Academy’s Master of Fine Arts program on one of the theatre’s main stages. The Repertory productions are Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet” and the 1677 Restoration comedy, “The Rover, or the Banish’d Cavaliers,” by Aphra Benn. The actors in this year’s class are strong talents, and we can expect to see them trodding the boards at STC and other top theatres in no time. With few exceptions, they prove to be exceptional performers. That said, the two shows selected for the Academy Summer Repertory have a few issues.
‘Foggy Bottom Stalker’ | Police arrest man accused of stalking woman in DC
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) said that officers took a man, whom some dubbed the “Foggy Bottom Stalker,” into custody on July 21. Police said 39-year-old Delonta Deon Spriggs of Northeast is accused of stalking a woman in the Foggy Bottom and Georgetown community in Northwest D.C. MPD said the […]
Apparel brand Area Stars recognized for LGBTQ+ support, certified LGBTBE by national chamber
Scott Sussman (L) and AJ Majumdar, co-founders of Area Stars. (Photo provided by Area Stars) The clothing brand, Area Stars has recently been recognized by the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce as an LGBT Business Enterprise. Area Stars says it has always had a mission statement of inclusivity and diversity, even before it became “the right thing” to believe in.
Small Business Spotlight: Chillin' with Dolcezza Gelato
WASHINGTON (7News) — Violeta Edelman and Robb Edelman, founders, of Dolcezza Gelato joined us on Good Morning Washington to celebrate their milestone anniversary and celebration National Ice Cream Day. Dolcezza is celebrating 20 years of bringing Argentine-style gelato to the DMV with a new flavor. The Chocotorta is a...
Pitt’s One-and-Done Prospect Bub Carrington Makes Elite First Impression in NBA
Bub Carrington just wrapped up his first NBA Summer League stint, playing for the Washington Wizards just weeks after he was drafted No. 14 overall in the NBA Draft. Carrington played in five summer league games for the Wizards, alongside No. 2 overall pick Alex Sarr, former Panther Justin Champagnie, and other young, hungry Wizards trying to make the big-league roster this season.
SCAG Racing Wraps Up NHRA Northwest Nationals
The three-car factory SCAG Racing team ended competition at the NHRA Northwest Nationals at Pacific Raceways in the first round of eliminations. Fresh off winning the Mission Foods #2Fast2Tasty NHRA Challenge, Justin Ashley, in the SCAG Power Equipment Toyota Top Fuel dragster, pedaled his way to a 4.685-second pass at just 174.14 mph. Langdon would have his quickest and fastest pass of the weekend at 3.743 and 327.74 to take the win. Ashley leaves heads to the Sonoma Nationals sitting fourth in points.
From shelter life to youth advocate: A woman's quest to end youth homelessness
PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY, Md. (7News) — Daejanae Day spent time in a shelter in her early twenties. “I became homeless in 2015 after being put out,” she said. Now, at the age of 27, Day works to end youth homelessness as Acting Chair of the Youth Action Board in Prince George’s County.
Exclusive – Dr. McKnight’s UMD Salary Revealed
Last month it came out Dr. Monifa McKnight (former MCPS Superintendent who was paid over $1.3 million as part of her resignation) took a newly created position at The University of Maryland, College Park as Dean’s Fellow and Superintendent in Residence. We can now confirm Dr. McKnight’s salary at...
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