$100,000 Winning Scratch-off Sold at Maryland 7-Eleven
A Hyattsville man won $100,000 from a scratch-off purchased at the 7-Eleven at 13880 Old Columbia Pike near Fairland, MD. According to MD Lottery, the construction worker, who usually buys bingo-style scratch-offs, decided to try the new $25 ticket during a late February visit to the store. A few hours later while on...
‘It is a miracle he didn’t kill anyone’ | Man threw ‘dynamite’ into occupied...
WASHINGTON — A Valentine's Day apartment fire that displaced more than a dozen people, including three children, was caused when a man threw an explosive device into an occupied apartment, according to federal prosecutors and fire department arson investigators. On Feb. 14, just after 4:30 p.m., DC Fire and...
Private job losses tied to federal reductions pose concern in Alexandria, expert says
Private sector job losses linked to federal reductions and economic uncertainty are a top concern for City of Alexandria and its regional counterparts, according to a presentation given to City Council Tuesday. The presentation, based on the DMV Monitor project created in partnership with the Metropolitan Washington...
District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania Face 80-Degree-to-Snow Swing as Powerful Cold Front...
WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA — A powerful cold front that brought tornadoes and melon-sized hail in Illinois is now racing across the Mid-Atlantic, setting up a rare and dramatic weather reversal from near 80-degree warmth to heavy, wet snow — possibly with thunder and lightning — within 24 hours. Forecast...
One person dead following vehicle crash in Virginia
VIRGINIA — The George Washington Memorial Parkway was closed Thursday morning after a fatal crash in Arlington. Authorities said the crash occurred shortly after 7:30 a.m. in the southbound lanes near Chain Bridge. Initial reports indicate that one driver died in the incident. As a result of the crash, southbound...
DC Man Accused Of Killing Girlfriend Despite Court Stay-Away Order Held Without Bond: Feds
A District man accused of killing his former girlfriend despite a court order requiring him to stay away from her has now been ordered held without bond in DC after fleeing hundreds of miles to Connecticut. Tyjuan Bazemore, 35, of Washington, DC, was arrested and charged with second-degree murder while...
‘Now or Never’ art exhibit to open with reception at Waterfront Park in Alexandria
The eighth annual public art installation at Alexandria’s Waterfront Park is set to open next week. Artist Alicia Eggert’s “Now or Never” installation will have an opening reception Saturday, March 21, from 1-4 p.m. at Waterfront Park (1 Prince Street). Artist remarks will happen at 1:30 p.m.
Beyond the Potomac, sewage spills threaten cities with old infrastructure and little funds
WASHINGTON — The January collapse of a pipe as wide as a car dumped so much sewage into the Potomac River that officials tracked a spike of gut-wrenching bacteria drifting slowly past Washington for weeks, prompting an emergency declaration and federal assistance.
On the Market: A 100-Year-Old Colonial in Alexandria’s Belle Haven
Looking for a home with timeless elegance? The 100-year-old property at 6108 Vernon Terrace, Alexandria, has proven that it’s up to the task. The home was built in 1926, and its classic design and historic touches give it undeniable charm. This property is in Alexandria’s Belle Haven neighborhood, on...
New addition to arborist memorial installed at Fort Ward Park
A new plaque honoring past arborists has been installed at Alexandria’s Fort Ward Park, adding to the existing Charles W. Hendryx Memorial. City of Alexandria’s Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities spokesperson Catrice Callands confirmed to ALXnow a new plaque was added to the Fort Ward Arborist Memorial. The...
