Reston
LATEST NEWS
‘This is what life is like in 21st century America:’ Security increased at Montgomery County school after threat
BETHESDA, Md. (DC News Now) — The search is on for the suspect who made a threat against a Montgomery County high school on Thursday. The threat forced the lockdown of Bethesda-Chevy Chase (B-CC) High School. Many students there said they were scared as SWAT and K9 teams swept their school. Montgomery County Department of Police […]
Encampments at Foggy Bottom cleared, displacing about 50 people
Clearing of encampments at Foggy Bottom – where dozens of people without housing were living – began Thursday morning, and are expected to continue through Monday. The encampments span multiple sites, including San Martin Memorial Park and Whitman Park, encompassing both federal and D.C. land. The National Park Service says it put out notice in October that it would start clearing federal land Wednesday, but it postponed activity by a day due to inclement weather conditions. The District says they put out notice in April.
10 Suspected in Washington D.C. Fentanyl and Cocaine Ring, Linked to School Vicinity Distribution and Gun Charges
A drug bust in the nation's capital has netted 10 individuals accused of running a fentanyl and cocaine distribution network. The crew, operating in Washington D.C., faces charges for distributing narcotics near schools, along with firearms offenses, as announced by U.S. Attorney Matthew M. Graves and several federal agencies. Law...
44-year-old Palmyra sentenced to serve 45 months in prison for his role in the Jan. 6 riot
A 44-year-old Palmyra man will serve more than three years and seven months in federal prison for his actions during the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol. Leo Brent Bozell IV, 44, was sentenced Friday by U.S. District Judge John D. Bates to 45 months in prison, three months of supervised release, and ordered to pay $4,729 in restitution. Bates found Bozell guilty of 10 charges, including four felonies, on Sept. 8, 2023.
DC Mayor Muriel Bowser jets off for Vegas weekend ‘mission’ after ritzy Masters trip on taxpayers’ dime
Washington DC Mayor Muriel Bowser and her entourage are set to travel to Las Vegas on a business trip, shortly after the Democratic mayor faced scrutiny for going on a taxpayer-funded trip to the Masters Golf tournament. A description of the event on the mayor’s public calendar said that she would attend the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) on an “economic mission.” “On Sunday, Monday and Tuesday, Mayor Bowser will attend the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) LAS VEGAS to attract retail to the District of Columbia,” the description said. “This economic mission is coordinated by the Washington, DC Economic Partnership, which has organized the...
Motorcyclist Killed In Fairfax County Crash
A motorcyclist was killed in a Fairfax County crash overnight, police said on Friday, May 17.The crash happened near Memorial Strett and South Kings Highway in Hybla Valley sometime before 3:30 a.m. An adult male motorcyclist was taken to the hospital and pronounced dead. The driver …
Mexican Ambassador shares his favorite D.C. restaurants
Mexican expats and diplomats, where do they go for a taste of home? We asked D.C.'s top-credentialed expert: Esteban Moctezuma Barragán, ambassador of Mexico to the U.S.Favorite restaurant: Maiz64 on 14th Street. "Their Oaxaca-inspired cuisine, with a distinctive flair, truly captures the essence of Mexican flavors," he tells Axios.🍹 Best drink: "Any of the mezcal cocktails." With a whole mezcal speakeasy downstairs, there's plenty to choose from.🥦 Must-try dish: "Any items that include their corn tamal, or a broccoli taco with mole."Favorite taco spot: Chicatana in Columbia Heights for "the most authentic taco al pastor, directly from the trompo."Also, Tacombi in Arlington. "Their birria taco never disappoints."Tell us, what's your favorite Mexican spot?
Fairfax County’s public schools have codified a secret, discriminatory hierarchy
The terms “marginalized group” and “protected class” are being used to hold some students’ interests, access to resources, and safety above others in Fairfax County’s public schools. Earlier this week, I requested information from Nardos King, the district’s chief equity officer, about the definitions and operationalization details for the broad terms. Her response left me […]
Document: *Decedent Identified* MPD Investigating Southeast Homicide
Thank you for reading D.C. Witness. Help us continue our mission into 2024. The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is investigating a homicide that occurred on May 15 on the 3300 block of D Street, SE. According to MPD documents, officers responded to the location for the report of a shooting...
Montgomery Co. man convicted in murder of gas station clerk, awaits trial in death of pregnant woman
A Silver Spring, Maryland, man, was found guilty Thursday in the killing of a convenience store clerk. He also faces two separate murder charges in the shooting death of his girlfriend, who prosecutors say was eight months pregnant. Thursday’s conviction stems from a shooting that happened Feb. 8, 2022, when...
Parties Introduce Last Minute Evidence in Three Co-Defendant Murder, Conspiracy Trial
Thank you for reading D.C. Witness. Help us continue our mission into 2024. At the culmination of a months-long murder conspiracy trial, both the prosecution and the defense submitted evidence at the last minute in hopes of bolstering their respective cases. On May 16, the defense teams renewed their motion...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.