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» Stabbing Case Against Elderly Defendant Dismissed for Want of Indictment

DC Superior Court Judge Deborah Israel dismissed a stabbing case on Nov. 9 because the prosecution failed to follow through with an indictment in the case. James Johnson, 84, was charged with assault with a dangerous weapon for his alleged involvement in a non-fatal stabbing incident that occurred on the 1600 block of Bladensburg Road NE, on Feb. 6. The victim sustained a laceration to their upper left arm, in addition to cuts on their upper lip and right hand.

Georgetown Post Office Customers Are Fed Up

The working etiquette at the Georgetown post office at 1215 31st St. NW has reached a breaking point, to say the least. Customers report inconsistent hours, lunchtime closures and rude staff. There are concerns over how to rectify these problems and who to speak with about them. The post office...

Inflation comes for Metro: Higher fares and service cuts loom

Metro is considering service reductions because of rising costs and continued fare evasion. Why it matters: Metro has expanded service and undertaken timely repairs in recent years. But that progress depends on more funding. State of play: You might've heard Metro already was considering an 11% fare hike, starting next July. Metro general manager Randy Clarke now says it could take an even bigger increase to keep up. Also on the table are "service cuts that could be pretty significant," Clarke told ABC7 , or asking DMV governments to approve more funding — another politically difficult ask. What they're saying: "You've got to go fairly deep on service cuts to get actual savings," Clarke told ABC7. "Cutting trains from like eight minutes to 10 minutes doesn't really save much money at all, so you've got to cut and unfortunately impact people's lives to save the costs needed to balance the budget." Context: Metro officials said 64% of Metro bus riders are still not paying their fare. Energy costs are also hitting Metro hard, Clarke says. What's ahead: A Metro spokesperson didn't disclose the anticipated deficit, but said in an email that Clarke is expected to release his budget proposal next

D.C. Man Found Guilty In Multi-State Robbery Spree Targeting Pharmacies, Cellphone Stores

WASHINGTON — A 33-year-old Washington, D.C., man has been convicted on federal charges for his role in a violent robbery crew that targeted pharmacies and cellphone stores across Maryland, Virginia, New Jersey and the District of Columbia. Deaundre Blount was found guilty Thursday, November 5, 2026, following a weeklong...

Taco Bell construction update in Rockville

Construction of the new Taco Bell restaurant building continues at 1100 Rockville Pike. It's not moving fast enough for diehard fans of the Mexican mega chain. But the building is now enclosed, and as you can see, glass has been installed. Will it be done by the end of the year? I'm not optimistic, given the current status of the construction. This is the best Taco Bell in Montgomery County, so impatience is a virtue.

The DowntownDC Holiday Market Packs F Street With 115+ Local Makers

The DowntownDC Holiday Market opens November 13, 2026, on F Street NW between 7th and 9th Streets, with more than 115 local vendors lined up in front of the National Portrait Gallery through December 23. Free, festive, and steps from Metro, it remains Downtown’s best one-stop gift run. Twenty-Two...

MCPS considers amendments to school field trip policy

Rockville, MD — MCPS is evaluating amendments to the school field trip policy that would end the practice of using field trips as incentives with the goal of creating equal access to out-of-school opportunities. The Division of School Leadership and the Division of Teaching and Learning have submitted a...

Capital One Arena junk-fee settlement: claim your cash by Dec. 4

If you bought food or drinks from a vendor at Capital One Arena last year, you may be eligible for compensation from a $4.5 million class action settlement. You have until Dec. 4 to claim your reimbursement. Did you buy food or drinks at Capital One Arena in the last...

Council to vote on future of Dickerson incinerator Tuesday

Councilmembers are set to vote on the future of the Dickerson trash incinerator on Tuesday. The county council has to make a decision on trash removal as the incinerator is aging. Meanwhile the contract for its use expires in five years. The vote is planned for 10 a.m. Tuesday in Rockville.

Ward 5 2026 Thanksgiving Grocery Bag Giveaway – Advance Reservation Required

From Office of Ward 5 Councilmember Zachary Parker. Ward 5 Councilmember Zachary Parker is continuing his Annual Holiday Giveaway this year with a Thanksgiving Grocery Bag Giveway on November 18, 2026. Do you need groceries for Thanksgiving? Complete CM Parker’s 2026 Thanksgiving Grocery Giveaway Reservation Form to reserve one bag (only 1 per household). Bring form of identification to pick up on November 18.

“LeDroit Park Residents Seek Accountability Over Recurring Gun Violence”

I’m reaching out to see if you would consider covering the ongoing gun violence in LeDroit Park and the frustration residents have faced trying to get our elected officials and MPD to take meaningful action. WUSA9 recently reported on neighbors demanding accountability over recurring shootings. This is an issue...

National Weather Service Issues Updated Outlook for Late-Week Storm that Could Impact Parts of Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania

The National Weather Service’s Weather Prediction Center has issued an updated outlook (released Monday, Nov. 9th) for a storm system expected to develop later this week, with the latest guidance showing a decreasing threat of snow for lower-elevation areas, including D.C., most of Maryland, and Northern Virginia. According to...

Maryland Restaurant Earns Spot on Resy’s Guide to Splurge-Worthy Dining

A Montgomery County restaurant has earned another notable recognition, this time from Resy, which included Burnt Hill Farm in Clarksburg in its “Guide to Splurge-Worthy Dining in D.C.” The restaurant was the only Maryland establishment featured in the guide. Located on a 177-acre winery and farm, Burnt Hill...

“Spice 6 Reopens Its DC Chinatown Location with a Refreshed Look, Updated Menu and New Value-Priced Offerings”

“Spice 6 is welcoming guests back to its DC Chinatown location on Monday, November 9, with a remodeled dining room, an updated menu, and a renewed focus on bringing the bold, vibrant flavors of Indian cuisine to the heart of downtown Washington, DC. The reopening marks an exciting new chapter...

Potomac Pizza to serve its last slice in December

Potomac Pizza, located on the street level of The Hotel on Route 1, will close for good in December. In social media posts on Nov. 9, Adam Greenberg, founder and owner of the company that owns Potomac Pizza and Bagels ’n Grinds in College Park, announced that “rising food, labor, insurance, utility and other operating costs have made it increasingly difficult to sustain this location.”

‘Flag Day’ Brings a Marine Father’s Legacy to Special Veterans Day Screening in Washington

Albert Lee Brayboy Sr. never got to see the documentary that would preserve his story. The U.S. Marine Corps veteran died the Christmas after filmmakers captured him participating in his beloved hometown's annual Flag Day celebration in 2024. But according to his son, retired Navy veteran Albert Brayboy Jr., the...

MCPS cuts dual enrollment funding

On June 4, 2026, the MCPS Board of Education (BOE) approved a budget that included a $1.4 million funding reduction for the dual enrollment program as part of a larger $36 million deficit in the budget. This reduction includes cuts to tuition coverage and learning materials. Dual enrollment provides an...

Federal judge dismisses DOJ lawsuit aimed at blocking Montgomery Co. gun law

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. (7News) — On Monday, a federal judge dismissed the Department of Justice (DOJ) lawsuit aimed at blocking a Montgomery County, Maryland, law that bans guns near buildings like schools and places of worship. The Montgomery County law, Expedited Bill No. 23-26, prohibits guns in and within...

Takoma Park Police Collect 347 Pounds of Unwanted Medication During Drug Take-Back Event

The Takoma Park Police Department collected 347 pounds of unwanted and expired medication during the nationwide Prescription Drug Take-Back Day held on Saturday, October 24, 2026. According to the department, the collected medication was delivered to a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) drop-off site for proper disposal. The nationwide initiative encourages...