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Annual National Book Festival to unite authors, book enthusiasts in nation’s capital
The Walter E. Washington Convention Center will host the 24th annual Library of Congress National Book Festival on Aug. 24 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Doors will open at 8:30 a.m. The free annual event serves as a way to uplift and gather over 90 bestselling authors, poets and illustrators with thousands of book enthusiasts for panel discussions, book talks, book signings and other engaging activities. This is not a ticketed event; seating for events will be on a first-come-first-served basis.
Concern for Missing 24-Year-Old
Update: Helen Lin has been located. Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 4th District Investigative Section are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Helen Lin, a missing 24-year-old from Silver Spring. Lin was last seen on Friday, August 23, 2024, at approximately 11 p.m....
Paint the Town Tradition Continues in Kensington
For an artful experience visit Kensington over the Labor Day weekend. The Montgomery Art Association (MAA) and the Town of Kensington will hold its annual “plein air” (“in the open air” in French) competition from 7 a.m.to 3 p.m. on Saturday, August 31. Look out for artists and their easels all over town.
Residents of new DC luxury apartment building complain of flooding, rising fees
Residents of a new luxury apartment building in D.C.'s NoMa neighborhood are furious after the building flooded and their utility fees continue to spike. Cielo resident Alessandra Torres said the leak started in her bathroom about 1 a.m. Thursday. She said she and her boyfriend bailed with buckets, but after a couple of hours, they faced a torrent. Beyond their door, it sounded like a babbling brook.
Dawgs To Wrap Up Homestand With Sunday Matinee Against UC Irvine
SEATTLE – Looking to extend their unbeaten streak to 10, Washington concludes a three-match homestand Sunday afternoon, hosting UC Irvine for a 1 p.m. PT kickoff at Husky Soccer Stadium. It will be UW's Camper Reunion Match, with the Huskies welcoming their campers from this past summer back to...
The Spotlight: Washington's juvenile justice crisis
This week's episode of The Spotlight with David Rose covers Washington's "broken" juvenile justice system, a vicious attack and robbery carried out by five juveniles, and the Mexican drug cartel's grip on western Washington.
Woman grazed by bullet after man shoots into home during argument in Fairfax County, police say
FAIRFAX, Va. — Police are on the scene of what they are calling a "domestic-related shooting" in Franconia Friday night. According to the Fairfax County Police Department, the shooting happened in the 5900 block of Saint Giles Way. Investigators say a man and a woman got into an argument...
The Ultimate CFB Talent & Development Dashboard
The newly developed College Football Talent Development Dashboard compiles player data from the 2014 recruiting class onward, utilizing 247 Sports data to assess talent development at UW Washington and other programs. This dashboard includes metrics like career scores, which reflect player performance while accounting for recruiting rankings, and offers insights into the correlation between star ratings and subsequent success. Notably, it captures the development outcomes of various programs, showcasing how Washington's players have exceeded expectations compared to their peers. Additionally, the dashboard allows users to explore current rosters and analyze how teams are stacking up ahead of the upcoming season.
Two Restaurants and a Nail Spa Were Burglarized Friday Morning
On August 23, Takoma Park police responded to three commercial burglaries. Police have provided the following information about the burglaries:. 7000 block of Carroll Avenue: At approximately 6:33 am, Takoma Park Police responded to the Solar Nails Spa for a commercial burglary. The front glass door to the business was broken out. It is unknown at this time if property was stolen. Investigation continues. Case #240039795 This incident occurred in Ward 3.
Asian American Center awarded $3.9M to expand apprenticeship programs
The Asian American Center of Frederick was one of several Maryland organizations to get money from the U.S. Department of Labor for new apprenticeship opportunities for underrepresented communities. AACF, a nonprofit community organization, was awarded nearly $4 million to establish more registered apprenticeships and pre-apprenticeship programs for immigrants, according to a news release from ...
BREAKING: Former AU student gets suspended sentence, three years probation for Leonard Hall case
The former American University student who pleaded guilty to misdemeanor sexual abuse and second-degree burglary was sentenced on Friday to three years of supervised probation for crimes he committed on Oct. 31, 2022, in Leonard Hall. David Kramer-Fried, 21, received a suspended sentence of 15 months for second-degree burglary and...
Honor Flight of the Ozarks Radiothon Raises $25,216.50 to Send Veterans to Washington D.C.
The 3rd Annual KWTO Honor Flight of the Ozarks Radiothon is in the books, and thanks to you, our listeners, for coming through in a major way, donating more than $25,000. All four Zimmer Springfield stations were on-air Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. raising money to help Honor Flight of the Ozarks get veterans on a trip to Washington D.C. with other veterans to see monuments and memorials at our nation’s capital.
Visiting the Silver Branch Brewing Company along Montgomery County's Tastemakers Trail
If you’re looking for something to do - head out to Montgomery County for the Tastemakers Trail. It’s a showcase of local beverage makers all weekend long. FOX 5’s Jennifer Delgado joins us live from Silver Spring.
Montgomery County Police Officer Convicted For His Role In Storming The US Capitol
He is expected to be sentenced in November. Washington DC (KM) Sentencing is scheduled for November 22nd, 2024 for a Montgomery County Police Officer who was convicted for his role in the storming of the US Capitol on January 6th, 2021. The US Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia says Justin Lee, 25, of Rockville was found guilty on Friday of assaulting, resisting and impeding officers and civil disorder. He was also found guilty of misdemeanor offenses including entering and remaining in a restricted building or grounds, and disorderly and disruptive conduct.
SEE IT: Northeast DC pedestrian bridge struck by dump truck in 2021 reopens
WASHINGTON (7News) — Over three years ago, a truck destroyed the Lane Place pedestrian bridge over D.C. 295 in Northeast. 7News drove by the structure Friday night and it is completely rebuilt and open for use. 7News Reporter Tom Roussey walked across the renovated bridge and said it has...
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