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Judge Tells Shooting Defendant at Sentencing–Forgive Yourself, Move Forward
Thank you for reading D.C. Witness. Help us continue our mission into 2024. A defendant found guilty of carrying a firearm and shooting at a family member’s wake received a suspended sentence of 15 months and 14 months of probation from DC Superior Court Judge Heidi Pasichow on July 19.
Free Outdoor Concerts in Adams Morgan Begin Next Week!
The Adams Morgan Partnership BID is kicking off their popular (and free!) outdoor concert series, AdMo Vibe, next Wednesday, July 31. Local musicians will perform in Kalorama Park at 1865 Columbia Road, NW in Adams Morgan. The four-week series will kick-off on Wednesday, July 31 from 6-7:30 p.m. AdMo Vibe...
DraftKings announces it's coming to the District, expanding mobile sports betting in DC
WASHINGTON, D.C., USA — On the day training camp fully gets underway for the Washington Commanders, sports fans learned they will have a new option for sports betting in the District. DraftKings announced its intention to launch its online sportsbook in Washington D.C., pending licensure and regulatory approvals. DraftKings...
Orange You Glad VO Is Back?
Washington City Paper has big plans for 2024. Your contributions will help us execute them. Will you support Washington City Paper this year?. Home | City Lights | Best of D.C. Washington City Paper has big plans. Your contributions will help us execute them. By supporting District Line Daily, you...
“Van Leeuwen’s Union Station Scoop Shop Opens this Thursday (7/25)!”
“Van Leeuwen Ice Cream, the NYC born and nationally beloved ice cream brand known for its made-from-scratch dairy and vegan ice cream, is thrilled to announce that its fifth D.C. area location––located at Union Station at 50 Massachusetts Avenue NE––will open on Thursday, July 25. “We...
DC Fire and EMS offer free smoke alarms installation.
The DC Fire and EMS in Washington, DC highlight the importance of having working smoke alarms to protect your life and your family. If you are a resident of DC, own your home, and need a smoke alarm, you can call 311. DC's Bravest will provide and install smoke alarms for free.
Local student represents state at American Legion Auxiliary Girls Nation
Christina Pappas of Wilson is one of 100 high school seniors attending American Legion Auxiliary Girls Nation this week in Washington, D.C. The weeklong program, founded in 1947, has provided civic education to thousands of students, teaching them about how the federal government works. Pappas is one of two participants representing North Carolina as a “senator” at ALA Girls Nation. […] The post Local student represents state at American Legion Auxiliary Girls Nation first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
New oral history project to explore Alexandria’s Black-Jewish relations during the Civil Rights era
As part of an ongoing oral history project, the Office of Historic Alexandria is looking for people to help document the history of Black-Jewish relations in the city. The project, a collaboration with Beth El Hebrew Congregation, will examine the social relations between the Black and Jewish communities in Alexandria during the Civil Rights era.
Pitt Offers 2025 Guard from Washington D.C.
On Monday, the Pitt men’s basketball staff offered 2025 guard Omari Witherspoon, a 6-foot-6 guard out of St. John’s College Prep in Washington, D.C. Witherspoon is ranked as a three-star guard in the class of 2025. He plays his summer ball for D.C. Premier on the Under Armor Circuit.
3-star C Seal Diouf commits to Georgetown
Seal Diouf, a three-star center in the 2025 class, has committed to Georgetown and head coach Ed Cooley, he told On3. The 6-foot-8 big man from the Dunn School (CA) is originally from the Netherlands. He broke down his decision in an interview with On3. So, why Georgetown? “Choosing Georgetown was a combination of many […] The post 3-star C Seal Diouf commits to Georgetown appeared first on On3.
Three Dead In Fairfax County Crash
Three people have died in an overnight crash in Fairfax County, police said.Police said the one-car crash happened at West Ox Road and Route 29 in Legato sometime around 4:30 a.m.The driver, an adult male, and two women passengers were pronounced dead at the scene.No further information had been re…
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