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Metropolitan Police Seek Assistance in Identifying Suspects in Northwest Washington DC Retail Thefts
The Metropolitan Police Department is seeking the public's help in identifying several individuals involved in a series of retail thefts that occurred on Wednesday in the Northwest quadrant of the city. The thefts took place throughout the morning at three different locations, according to a press release by the MPD.
Changes proposed for fresh produce import inspection fees
Changes are coming to imported produce fees. The USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is proposing altering the regulations governing the inspection and certification of imported fresh fruits, vegetables and other products. The proposed changes, announced on June 20, include implementing a per-pound fee structure for certain import inspections and reducing...
Construction crews hit valve causing gas leak outside MacArthur High School
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — First responders in D.C. said the smell of gas was prominent on Thursday morning outside of MacArthur High School after a gas leak. In a post on X, D.C. Fire and EMS said crews were called to the leak around 9:15 a.m. On the scene, first responders learned Washington Gas […]
Two dead, 2-year-old girl injured after suspects open fire in Southeast DC neighborhood
WASHINGTON (7News) — Two people are dead after a group of suspects shot up a block injuring several people, including a toddler walking on a sidewalk with her daycare group in Southeast, D.C., according to Metropolitan Police Department Chief Pamela Smith. During a news conference on Thursday, Chief Smith...
11 new murals at Southwest DC underpass celebrating local history now open to public
WASHINGTON, D.C. (7News) — A new mural gallery by the Southwest Business Improvement District (SWBID) is finished and was unveiled Thursday morning during a ribbon-cutting ceremony. "Art brings us together in a beautiful way and it helps us tell a story that sometimes, when we're no longer here to...
“Updated Vibes Check on The Square? I’m curious to hear any updated impressions or reviews”
I know there have been a few posts (and comments) about The Square food hall in downtown, and I’m curious to hear any updated impressions or reviews. The prevailing sense I gather is. it might be overpriced for lunch/nothing too special, despite an otherwise inviting space?. But if readers...
Metropolitan Police Chief Pamela A. Smith Marks One Year in Her Role
Metropolitan Police Chief Pamela A. Smith has made history as the District's first Black female police chief, and has made significant strides in reducing crime and improving public safety, while also engaging with community members and faith-based leaders to build relationships and reduce violent crime. The post Metropolitan Police Chief Pamela A. Smith Marks One Year in Her Role appeared first on The Washington Informer.
JUST IN: Lululemon Leaving 14th Street Location on Sunday!!
Our time at this location is coming to an end. We’ve loved being a part of this community and are grateful to have been here! Come and check us out before we close our doors for the final time on Sunday, July 21st. You can visit us at F...
Massive Attack US shows on BrooklynVegan presale (password here)
Tickets for Massive Attack’s four US headline shows (Atlanta, DC, Boston and NYC) are on BrooklynVegan presale today from 10 AM – 10 PM with password BROOKLYNVEGAN:. October 17 – Atlanta @ Coca-Cola Roxy Theatre (tickets) October 22 – Washington, DC @ The Anthem (tickets) October...
Notes: New steakhouse and grill opens in Franconia
⛈️ Today’s weather: Isolated showers and potential thunderstorms after 5pm can be expected, with a partly sunny sky and high of around 89°F. A north wind at approximately 7 mph is also anticipated. Precipitation chance stands at 20%. Moving into Thursday night, scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected before 8pm, followed by isolated showers between 8pm and 11pm. The sky will be partly cloudy, with a low of about 69°F, and a north wind at around 7 mph. Precipitation chance increases to 30% later in the night.
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema brings back ‘Kids Camp’ to offer $5 tickets this summer
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — If you’re looking to maximize family fun in an affordable way, why not head to the movies? This summer, Alamo Drafthouse Cinema is inviting families to enjoy a movie for just $5. “We really want to connect more to families and give them that fun summer experience,” said Megan Hia, […]
Kennedy Center Honors To Go To Francis Ford Coppola, Grateful Dead, Bonnie Raitt, Arturo Sandoval And The Apollo
This year’s Kennedy Center Honors will be awarded to director Francis Ford Coppola, rock band Grateful Dead, blues and rock singer-songwriter Bonnie Raitt, jazz trumpeter, pianist and composer Arturo Sandoval and the venue The Apollo.Francis Ford Coppola's 'Megalopolis' To Be Released By Lionsgate In U.S. The ceremony will take place on Dec. 8, for broadcast on Dec. 23 on CBS. This will be the 47th year of the honors, which started in 1978. It is one of the premiere cultural events of the year in D.C., typically attended by the president and first lady, as well as the chief justice of the...
Alsobrooks visits Pine Street Market in Cambridge
CAMBRIDGE — During a visit to the Pine Street Community Market July 17, Angela Alsobrooks, the Democratic candidate for Maryland’s open U.S. Senate seat, said Maryland’s Senate race is about the 51st vote. “We now know that Maryland is really pivotal in keeping the majority,” the Prince George’s County executive said about Democrats maintaining control of the 100-member U.S. Senate. Alsobrooks said the race is not about former Republican Maryland...
Less heat, humidity Thursday following days of triple-digit temperatures
WASHINGTON - The Washington, D.C. region will finally get a much-needed break from the scorching hot temperatures on Thursday. Thursday’s conditions will be cooler than the previous several days with mostly sunny skies and highs near 90 degrees. It will also be considerably less humid. There is a chance for scattered showers and thunderstorms during the afternoon and evening.
Large main break leaves residents in Olney without water
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — Crews with the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) responded to a large water main break in Montgomery County early Thursday morning. In a post on X, the Montgomery County Police Department said a main broke near the 19000 block of Willow Grove Road in the Olney area. During […]
NVAR Chief Offers Chamber Info on Price Boom
As this month’s numbers show, the prices that residential real estate properties are commanding in the City of Falls Church are continuing to skyrocket, and no one seems to think they will level off anytime soon. The City’s average single family home is now going for $1,297,818, and some are getting closer to $3 million.
A Penny for Your Thoughts – News of Greater Falls Church: July 18-24, 2024
Question: What do Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, Delaware, Pennsylvania, and New York have in common? A broad question, perhaps. They all have different governance structures, different politics, and diverse and different populations. Some have coastal shorelines; others are completely inland, but the answer is that all those jurisdictions, or portions of them, constitute the 64,000 square mile Chesapeake Bay Watershed. The Chesapeake Bay is the largest estuary in the United States, and plays a major role, particularly, in the economies of Maryland and Virginia. The larger commonality, though, is the shared environmental benefits and challenges presented by the use of the Bay and its tributaries over the past 300 years.
Two buildings in D.C. receive grants to preserve Black culture
Two D.C. sites are receiving grants to preserve African American culture in the U.S.Why it matters: The Ira Aldridge Theater at Howard University and the Masjid Muhammad mosque near Shaw each won grants of $150,000 from the African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund.The big picture: Sites across America representing Black history "have been overlooked and undervalued," says Brent Leggs, the group's director.The fund announced $3 million in grants on Thursday to help preserve 30 sites nationwide. The Ira Aldridge Theater. Photo courtesy Visual14 via African American Cultural Heritage Action FundZoom in: Ira Aldridge was a 19th-century Black actor famed for...
Falls Church Little League All-Stars Claim District Runner-Up Title
The Falls Church Kiwanis Little League All-Stars program has concluded another thrilling season, marked by impressive performances and unforgettable moments on the diamond. The Majors team placed runner’s up out of the 12 teams participating in VA’s District 4 which is widely considered to be the most talented in the state. The team showcased grit and dedication, finishing with a commendable record of 5-2 in the tournament. Their six week journey together was marked by memorable victories, hard-fought battles and a lot of fun.
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