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2 People Die As Listeria Outbreak Connected To Deli Meat Spreads Across 12 States
A dangerous listeria outbreak is making its way across the United States through deli meat, resulting in at least 28 hospitalizations and 2 deaths. Affected individuals all seem to have eaten contaminated deli meat, though no specific brand or grocer...
All 25 high schools in Montgomery County will offer Pickleball as a varsity sport beginning this fall
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. — Montgomery County Public Schools is expanding Pickleball to all 25 high schools in the county as a varsity sport this fall. In fall of 2023, MCPS became the first county to offer pickleball as a varsity sport as part of a pilot program that provides access and opportunities to students with disabilities.
Shooting after altercation in Aspen Hill under investigation by Montgomery County police
ASPEN HILL, Md. (7News) — An investigation is underway after an altercation led to a shooting in Aspen Hill, Maryland Tuesday morning, according to Montgomery County police. Officers said they responded to the 2200 block of Bel Pre Road around 10:55 a.m. for a reported shooting. A preliminary investigation...
Vienna police arrest fugitive from justice in Maryland
A Vienna officer responded July 15 between 7:30 and 7:44 p.m. to the report of two solicitors in the 300 block of Meadow Lane, S.W. One of the men was wanted on an outstanding warrant from Maryland, police said. Police arrested the 27-year-old Laurel, Md., man and transported him to...
Chef Kwame Onwuachi Teases New D.C. Restaurant, Dōgon
Kwame Onwuachi, the acclaimed head chef of NYC’s Tatiana, recently spoke to Ebony about his upcoming culinary establishment set to open in Washington D.C.’s Salamander Resort location later this year. The new offering, Dōgon, will be a blend of the diaspora paying homage to D.C.’s strong Black presence...
Police searching for suspect after 3 women shot in Southeast DC
WASHINGTON - D.C. police are investigating after three women were shot in Southeast Tuesday afternoon. Officers were called to the scene in the 2900 block of Nelson Place, Southeast, just after 2:30 p.m. where they found the three victims. Police say the women are all conscious and breathing. The suspect...
Lexus Stolen In Fatal Dumfries Carjacking Located In Woodbridge; Suspect At Large
The Prince William County Police Department has released photos of the suspect who carjacked a man's Lexus then ran him over, and killed him in Dumfries.Officers were called to the Oasis at Montclair Apartment Complex on Stedham Circle in Dumfries shortly before 7 p.m. on Saturday, July 20, to inve…
5 vehicle pile up shuts down 81 for over 5 hours outside of Martinsburg
Berkeley County Sheriff’s Department reports by email that a 5 vehicle crash shutdown 81 north for about 5 hours July 22. At approximately 3:30 a.m. deputies responded to the multiple vehicle crash at mile marker 14 near Martinsburg. Three tractor trailers were involved along with a Ford Escape, and...
Aldi to Hold Grand Opening and Sneak Peek This Week
Last month we let you know that ALDI at 737 S Frederick Avenue in Gaithersburg’s Walnut Hill will be opening on July 25th. The grocery store has announced that it will be hosting a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on July 25th at 9:00 a.m. The ceremony will take place about...
National guardsman who set off an FBI manhunt sentenced for Jan. 6 assault
A former sergeant in the New Jersey Army National Guard military police was sentenced to 2½ years in prison Tuesday for pepper-spraying officers as they were under assault by the pro-Donald Trump mob at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021. Gregory Yetman set off an FBI manhunt when...
Salsa and bachata event planned for Jones Point Park to celebrate Peruvian Independence Day
An open event planned by Sabor Latino DC will fill Jones Point Park on Sunday with salsa and bachata music and dancing. The event celebrates Fiestas Patrias on July 28 and 29th — the celebration of Peru’s independence from the Spanish Empire in 1821. The event is scheduled...
$1,000,000 Winning Lottery Ticket Sold at Quincy’s in Gaithersburg
A $1,000,000 winning Mega Millions lottery ticket was sold on Thursday, July 18, at Quincy’s (616 Quince Orchard R) in Gaithersburg. The ticket remains unclaimed as of Monday, July 22. Quincy’s is a local bar and grille that offers a variety of American dishes, including wings, burgers, and pizzas....
Hyattsville Housekeeper Cleans Up With $50K Scratch-Off Win Sold At Area Gas Station
A housekeeper from Prince George's County is the latest to claim a $50,000 scratch-off prize on a ticket sold at the same station where a Bonus Match 5 jackpot worth the same amount was sold last month. This time, it was a $10 Jumbo Cash scratcher sold at the Shell...
Police investigate gunfire outside Silver Spring McDonald’s
Montgomery County police officers are investigating gunfire that occurred Tuesday morning outside a McDonald’s restaurant on Bel Pre Road in Silver Spring, according to authorities. No injuries have been reported in the incident that occurred shortly before 11 a.m. and there is “no threat to the community,” police wrote...
Six Flags America to Implement Chaperone Policy Beginning Friday, July 26
Six Flags America at 13710 Central Ave in Bowie, MD has announced it will implement a chaperone policy starting Friday, July 26, 2024. Under the new policy, all guests aged 15 years or younger must be accompanied by a chaperone at least 21 years old to be admitted to, or remain in, the park after 4:00 p.m. local time.
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