D.C. Area Protest Part of Nationwide ‘Rage Against the Regime’ Uprising on August 2
The 50501 Movement is once again calling Americans to the streets for its next National Day of Action, “Rage Against the Regime,” on Aug. 2. Among the dozens of protests planned across the country, one will take place in front of the Patrick Henry Library in Vienna, Virginia — a direct response to what organizers...
WATCH: ICE agents arrest Ethiopian man in Takoma Park
WASHINGTON - U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement agents arrested an Ethiopian man convicted of rape in Takoma Park, Maryland. What we know: — ICE says Abraham Berhanu Taddasse was convicted to a 20-year sentence for rape. Officials say he also is facing charges of first and second-degree rape, assault...
Man Found Fatally Shot Inside Car in Prince George’s County
CLINTON, Md. – A homicide investigation is underway after a man was found shot to death inside a vehicle in Clinton, Maryland, on Sunday morning. According to the Prince George’s County Police Department (PGPD), officers responded to the 6800 block of Killarney Street at approximately 11:25 a.m. following reports of...
2 adults face felony charges for vandalizing Detroit’s iconic Guardian Building, using a slingshot
According to the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office, 49-year-old Ramzu Yunus, of Highland Park, and 57-year-old Angela Tajuan Williams, of Waldorf, Maryland, used a slingshot to shatter the Guardian building’s glass revolving door.
Alexandria Sidewalk Sale in Old Town
ALEXANDRIA, Va. (DC News Now) — If you enjoy strolling the streets of Old Town, a walk in August could bring an opporunity to enjoy the sights and to save some money. The Old Town Boutique Community hosts its 16th Annual Sidewalk Sale, boasting “end -of-summer deals at dozens of independent boutiques.” The Old Town […]
Virginia State Police trooper struck in Fairfax County hit-and-run on I-395
A Virginia State Police trooper was driving along I-395 when a Porsche struck their cruiser. The driver then fled on foot.
Woodbridge man arrested in death of his 4-month-old baby
A 22-year-old Woodbridge man is jailed without bond in the Sunday death of his 4-month-old baby boy. On July 17, police were called to can area hospital just after noon to investigate a child abuse case that occured at the Elevations One Apartments in the 14300 block of Jeffries Road, Prince William County police...
DASH bus mascot named ‘Dashy’ after community vote
Alexandria’s public transit system has named its new mascot “Dashy” following a community vote that drew more than 250 participants. The Alexandria Transit Company (DASH) announced Tuesday that Dashy received 37% of the votes in an online contest that ran from July 3 to 18. The other options were Duke (29%), Dasher...
2 arrested after copper wire theft led to discovery of multi-state burglary scheme
Two people were arrested after a series of copper wire thefts in Maryland led to the discovery of a multi-state burglary scheme, police said.
Former Alexandria pet groomer charged with killing one dog in his care, abusing others
ALEXANDRIA, Va. (7News) — A man who once worked as a groomer at Your Dog’s Best Friends, a popular pet grooming and boarding facility in Alexandria’s Del Ray neighborhood, has been charged with killing a dog in his care and abusing four others. Kevin Malik Sanders, 29,...