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3 most important games for Washington football in 2024
What a season it was for Washington football in 2023. Kalen DeBoer took the Huskies to the national title game and they fell short against the Michigan Wolverines in what was a close game until a late touchdown proved to be the nail in the coffin. Now DeBoer has moved on to Alabama and Michael Penix Jr. is in the NFL with the Atlanta Falcons.
Store employee scares off skimmer scammers in Vienna
An employee at Wawa, 465 Maple Ave., W., informed Vienna police July 16 at 5:55 p.m. that a couple had come into the store and the woman had distracted the employee while the man attempted to install what the employee believed was a card skimmer to the register’s card reader.
DUI Teen Driver Arrested In Fatal Pedestrian Crash, Fairfax County Police Say
A DUI teenage driver has been charged in a Fairfax County crash that killed a 35-year-old pedestrian this weekend, authorities said.The 17-year-old driver of a 2017 Jeep Cherokee was heading east on Lorton Road near Timarand Drive in Lortin, when he struck Jamar Caper, 35, of Alexandria, who was tr…
Ben Sinnott tipped to spearhead Commanders' offensive culture shift
There aren't many position groups on the Washington Commanders that didn't receive a significant makeover during Adam Peters' first offseason as general manager. This was nowhere more evident than within the tight-end unit. After another underwhelming campaign from the group in 2023, changes were expected. The Commanders made Logan Thomas...
In Baltimore, teens more likely to be charged as adults than in the past
Baltimore City law enforcement officials are arresting fewer juveniles than they were a few years ago, but charging a greater portion of them as adults. Data from the Baltimore Police Department and analyzed by the Sentencing Project shows that on average from 2021 through the first five months of 2024, roughly 25-30% of juveniles arrested were charged as adults. By comparison, about 12% — half that rate — were charged as adults in 2018 and 2019.
Mayor Scott, officials to hold news conference on expanding internet access
Baltimore City Mayor Brandon Scott will join Sen. Chris Van Hollen and FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel to highlight efforts to expand internet access for more Marylanders. Efforts are underway to expand internet access to more Marylanders. The FCC recently voted on a proposal allowing schools and libraries to expand the...
The popular OrchKids program continues to expand its reach to introduce music to Baltimore youth
A Baltimore Symphony Orchestra program continues to expand its reach to give Baltimore Youth access to critical musical programming. Founded in 2008, OrchKids has been a transformative force in music education in Baltimore in partnership with the Baltimore City Public School System. “The first thing on the chopping block- right?...
West Baltimore MARC train station images unveiled
Amtrak has unveiled renderings of what the new West Baltimore MARC train station will look like. Amtrak says the renderings reflect the input they received from the community through the design process. It is the next step in creating an inter-connected transit hub that will provide access to the local...
Last Week This Week: Stories You Need To Start Your Day (News From July 15-19)
Last week, we shared news about the closure of Hunting Ground in Hampden, upcoming concerts in August and September, and the Amazing Acro-Cats show at Creative Alliance. “After nearly 13 years, Hunting Ground is closing in Hampden“: Owners of Hunting Ground announced they are closing the popular boutique at 3649 Falls Road at the end of July and are holding one last sale.
Rain & Storms To Start The Week; Drier Weekend Ahead
BALTIMORE (WBFF) — A wet start to the work week. We're tracking our next weather maker, which will bring unsettled conditions through Thursday. Dew point temps will stay in the 70s for most of the week. With all of the available moisture, expect to see more rain and even...
Baltimore police identify three recent homicide victims, including 14-year-old boy
BALTIMORE, MD (WBFF) — Baltimore police have identified three recent homicide victims that were killed in the City, including a 14-year-old boy. Jasper Davis (B/M, D.O.B. 05/11/2010) was killed on July 21, 2024, in the 2300 block of Liberty Heights Avenue. Ely Williams-Harr (B/M, D.O.B. 05/07/1997) was shot on...
MMHC: Why Pregnant Women Are At An Increased Risk Of Delivering During Heat
Baltimore, MD (WBFF) — We're beginning to see cooler temperatures across the Baltimore region compared to the last couple of weeks, when triple digits were the norm. Uncomfortable for some, and dangerous for others, particularly pregnant women who are at an increased risk of delivering early during heat waves.
Marco’s Pizza closes location in southern Loudoun
The Marco’s Pizza restaurant in the South Riding/Chantilly area of southern Loudoun has closed its doors for good. The announcement was made today via social media. “It is with a heavy heart I inform you that Marco’s Pizza in South Riding has permanently closed for business as of yesterday,” co-owner Chris Browne wrote. “It has been a pleasure serving the community over the last seven years. Unfortunately, we were just unable to keep up with rising costs and have reached a point where staying in business has become unsustainable.”
Boat Fire Reported in Sparrows Point
-photo courtesy of North Point Volunteer Fire Department- Crews from the North Point Volunteer Fire Department [NPVFD] and the Baltimore County Marine Emergency Unit 269 [MU269} responded to a reported boat fire at Pleasant Yacht Club in the 1800 block of Wharf Road. The Sparrows Point fire was reported on...
Man hit, killed by car in Fairfax County
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — The Fairfax County Police Department said a man was hit and killed by a car in Lorton on Saturday night. Police said that at about 11:20 p.m., they were dispatched to Lorton Road and Timarand Drive for a fatal pedestrian crash. The man died at the hospital. The […]
Carroll County Times 2024 boys tennis All-County: Liberty’s ‘dominant’ doubles team of Hayden Speace, Arjun Mistry named Players of the Year
After graduating from Liberty, Hayden Speace has a simple message he wants to leave behind for those following in his footsteps on the Lions’ tennis team: “Hard work takes you places.” Speace raved about the work ethic of his doubles partner, Arjun Mistry, calling the junior “one of the hardest workers I’ve ever seen.” Fortunately, Speace had a work ethic to match, and as a result, the team ...
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