Demola brings global violin fusion to The Birchmere
The genre-bending, self-taught artist delivers a “therapeutic” night of music. Demola is redefining what the violin can do. Known to fans worldwide as “Demola the Violinist,” the artist will perform at The Birchmere on April 4, sharing a sound—and a story—that stretches far beyond classical roots, blending global...
Former UnWined space in Bradlee Shopping Center to become Chord Bread & Bottle
Owner Scott Shirley says the sandwich and wine shop, a sister to Slater's Market and Union Sandwich Co., is about six weeks from opening
Police investigate after shots fired in Alexandria West
No injuries have been reported after gunshots were fired in the Alexandria West neighborhood yesterday (Thursday), according to police. Officers responded to the shots fired report in the area of Reading Avenue and Winston Court around 7 p.m. Police radio dispatches indicate officers received multiple calls about a...
DC is putting rats on birth control
If you spend any time in D.C., you know rats are a problem. "They be in the dumpsters. They be running in groups, like, two, three — a few too many," one man told News4. Another resident said said he’s downright afraid of them. "There was a dead...
Lindsay Auto Busted: Maryland Car Shoppers in Line for $75 Million Payback
Lindsay Auto has struck a deal with federal and Maryland regulators after being accused of dangling low car prices that often vanished once buyers sat down to sign. Under a settlement with the Federal Trade Commission and Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown, more than $75 million in charges could be eligible for...
D.C. Mayor Bowser signs bill requiring insurers to cover PrEP
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser (Washington Blade file photo by Michael Key) D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser on March 20 signed a bill approved by the D.C. Council that requires health insurance companies to cover the costs of HIV prevention or PrEP drugs for D.C. residents at risk for HIV infection. Like...
DC police searching for burglary suspects
D.C. police are looking for the suspects involved in a burglary in Northeast.
‘Lethal Shooter’ Chris Matthews in town for his All American game
Chris Matthews, better known as “Lethal Shooter,” will host his annual All American Game on Thursday night at Bishop McNamara High School, with tipoff scheduled for 6:15 p.m.
» Arrested Shooting Defendant’s Whereabouts a Mystery
A defense attorney alerted DC Superior Court Judge Charmetra Jackson Parker on March 30 that a shooting defendant’s current whereabouts were unknown despite being detained. Paris Wilkerson, 37, is charged with assault with a dangerous weapon, possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, and unlawful possession...
Man Killed After Struck By Two Vehicles In Oxon Hill; Police Asking For Tips
OXON HILL, Md. – The Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal collision involving a pedestrian in Oxon Hill. Investigators are working to identify the deceased pedestrian, an adult male, so his family can be notified. On April 1, 2026, at approximately 8:40 pm, officers responded to...

















