Navy Yard Confronts Second Youth “Takeover” in a Month: Officials and Residents Demand Action
The Navy Yard neighborhood in Washington, D.C., is facing growing concern after a second large-scale gathering of teenagers led to chaos, property incursions, and criminal activity. Just weeks after an April 18 incident that drew hundreds of youth to the area, a second major convergence occurred on May 17, raising...
Memorial Day weekend forecast: Sunshine with clouds expected across DC Region
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Sunshine and a few clouds to kick off Memorial Day weekend. FOX 5's Gwen Tolbart says there's a chance of high pressure moving in from the NW. There will be a chilly W/NW wind that will be gusty at times up to 25+mph. Daytime highs will be below seasonal in the upper 60s to low 70s.
WATCH: Local Jewish leader says social media is amplifying hate
CEO of the Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Washington , Ron Halber, shares the fears in the Jewish community. He also talks about potential solutions to fighting anti-Semitism.
Judge Sentences Murderer Who Is Likely to Die in Prison
Thank you for reading D.C. Witness. Consider making a donation to help us continue our mission. In what the prosecution says was a murder by mistake, a 57-year-old defendant was sentenced to 29 years in prison in a hearing before DC Superior Court Judge Danya Dayson on May 23. The term means Guy Johnson will most...
Triple shooting leaves 2 dead, 1 hurt in Southeast DC
D.C. police are investigating after three people were found shot in Southeast Friday night.
18-year-old McLean resident charged with second-degree murder after Herndon shooting
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (7News) — An 18-year-old has been charged with second-degree murder for a shooting last night in Virginia. Kianmeh Shirinipaziziba, 18, of McLean, Virginia, has been charged in connection with a shooting that took place in the 300 block of Elden Street, according to the Herndon Police Department...
7 Sites That Pay Homage To Black Military Soldiers On Memorial Day
From the Revolutionary War to today's conflicts, Black soldiers have protected and served. From the Revolutionary War to today’s conflicts, Black soldiers have bravely served in America’s military, fighting for freedoms they often couldn’t enjoy themselves. Memorial Day gives us a perfect chance to remember these...
Law enforcement to ramp up patrols over Memorial Day weekend
WASHINGTON - Memorial Day weekend is here and that means plenty of people are hitting the road—and law enforcement is too. Whether you’re staying home or hitting the road, AAA says both the roads and the skies will be busy. What they're saying:. In its annual Memorial Day...
Young boys connected to robbery spree in DC, police say
Two boys were arrested for their involvement in a string of eight robberies that happened throughout the District this month, D.C. police said on Friday.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Road closures for 2025 Rolling to Remember motorcycle demonstration in DC
WASHINGTON (7News) — It's Memorial Day weekend, and in D.C. thousands of motorcyclists are expected to ride from the Pentagon and around the National Mall to honor military members missing in action (MIA) or prisoners of war (POW). This year's Rolling to Remember is expected to start gathering at...