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DC ramps up moped regulations amid surge in reckless driving and violations
WASHINGTON (7News) — In April, 7News reported on legislation to try to better regulate mopeds and scooters. Columbia Heights is one of the neighborhoods where D.C. Police are keeping an eye on violators. Reckless moped use and illegal scooters are wreaking havoc on D.C. streets. City officials said many...
Juneteenth 2024 celebrations and other things to do in DC, Maryland & Virginia
WASHINGTON - Juneteenth is almost here, and D.C. has plenty of planned events to celebrate the upcoming holiday on June 19 and throughout the days before. Here’s what you need to know about the different outings for commemorating the important occasion. Juneteenth Freedom Celebration:. The Smithsonian’s Anacostia Museum’s day-long...
Prince George’s County animal shelter reopening, resuming dog adoptions
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — The Prince George’s County animal shelter is set to reopen and resume dog adoptions on Friday. The Prince George’s County Animals Services Facility and Adoption Center (ASFAC) was temporarily closed June 4 due to a canine illness outbreak. ASFAC said dog adoptions will resume but it will […]
8 people arrested during protest at Congressional Baseball Game
WASHINGTON (7News) — Eight people were arrested Wednesday night while trying to protest on the field during the Congressional Baseball Game at National Park, according to U.S. Capitol Police. Officials said they quickly stopped and arrested the protesters who are being charged with federal charges including interference with a...
First trans Miss Maryland USA is from Montgomery County
Bailey Anne Kennedy says she did not expect to make history when she entered her first-ever beauty pageant–seeking the crown of Miss Maryland USA. But on June 1 at the Bethesda North Marriott Hotel, the Montgomery County resident became the first transgender winner of the title in the pageant’s history.
JOOLAH faces multimillion dollar lawsuit
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — Rockville-based pickleball paddle company, JOOLA, was facing a contentious lawsuit in Florida after a plaintiff in Fort Lauderdale accused the company of making paddles that were not approved by USA Pickle Ball. The news disappointed many retailers and coaches in the DMV as the paddles made were a […]
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