After Three Years Away From Radio, Russ Parr Returns To DC’s WMMJ.
Russ Parr’s near-35-year on-air career is about to get longer, with the announcement of his return to Urban One urban AC “Majic 102.3” WMMJ Washington, DC as PM drive host starting April 27. From 1996 to 2023, Parr hosted the “Russ Parr Morning Show,” which was nationally...
Deadly shooting in Southeast DC near Maryland border turns into a barricade situation
WASHINGTON (7News) — A man who was rushed to the hospital after a shooting in Southeast, D.C., late Friday evening died from his injuries moments later, according to D.C. Police. Police later remained on scene for a barricade situation. Officials said the man was found conscious and breathing after...
Route 50 construction to cause major traffic delays in Fairfax
A major 10-week construction project on Route 50 in Fairfax begins Friday night, impacting traffic between Draper Drive and Fairfax Circle. Lane closures will affect eastbound traffic, with only one lane open at times as crews repair deteriorating roadway sections. The $1.73 million project involves rebuilding the road base, and...
Man charged with manslaughter after fentanyl overdose in Penrose
A 26-year-old has been arrested after allegedly providing fentanyl to a man in Penrose, inadvertently causing his death. Angel Delcid, of Alexandria, has been charged with involuntary manslaughter through the distribution of fentanyl — one of the first instances of the charge being levied in Arlington after Virginia’s criminal code was updated last year.
Poll: The best real estate agent for sellers in Alexandria
There’s an overwhelming amount of choices when it comes to real estate agents in Alexandria, but it helps to have a trusted person on your side when it comes time to sell your home. Here are the nominees for “Best Real Estate Agent for Sellers in Alexandria” as part...
Bethesda man among two Metro employees dead after murder-suicide in Friendship Heights
Two Metro employees are dead after a murder-suicide Thursday morning in the Friendship Heights area of D.C., according to police. Officers responded at 1 a.m. to the area of 44th and Jenifer streets NW, where 42-year-old Robert Stokes, of Middle River, Maryland, and 44-year-old Terrell Cross, of Bethesda, Maryland, were pronounced dead at the scene.
Hershey opening new ‘immersive’ attraction in Virginia
TYSONS, Va. (WHTM) — The Hershey Company is going to be debuting a new “immersive experience” later this month in Virginia. According to the Hershey Company, they are going to be unveiling a new family-friendly experience at the Tysons Corner Center on 1961 Chain Bridge Road in Virginia called ‘Hershey Super Sweet Adventure’. The new […]
‘Next-generation’ Dunkin’s reopening in Fairfax, Woodbridge
Dunkin' announced this week it will host grand reopenings for two "Next Generation" restaurants in Fairfax and Woodbridge. The Fairfax location, at 12701 Shoppes Lane, will "reopen" Saturday at 9 a.m., while the Woodbridge shop, at 14200 Smoketown Road, will host its event a week later, on April 18. The two newly remodeled Dunkin's are owned and operated by local franchisee Andy Cabral of...
Report: Talkin’ Tacos among three restaurants signing leases at Alexandria’s Oakville Triangle
The South Florida taco chain will be joined by Japanese restaurant Waraku and ramen shop Mensho at the Richmond Highway development, according to the Washington Business Journal.
Propane Blast Turns Burke Intersection Into Rush-Hour Fireball
A rush-hour explosion tore through a car at the intersection of Old Keene Mill Road and Lee Chapel Road in Fairfax County on Thursday morning, injuring one person and littering the Burke-area crossroads with wreckage. Fire crews quickly knocked down the flames, and the intersection was briefly closed while investigators picked through the charred remains. Officials say the incident is still under...
