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Metrobus with no passengers catches fire in Northwest, DC tunnel; several lanes closed
1+ week, 5+ hour ago (102+ words) WASHINGTON (7 News) " A Metrobus that was occupied by only its driver caught fire in a Northwest, D. C. , tunnel Thursday afternoon, sending smoke across the city and closing several lanes, according to D. C. Fire and EMS officials. Southbound lanes in the 9th Street tunnel…...
Weather Alert Day in DC Friday: Rain and falling temperatures
1+ mon, 5+ day ago (300+ words) WASHINGTON (7 News) " After a warm, almost summer-like afternoon across the D. C. region on Thursday, a dramatic shift is on the way that will bring gusty winds, periods of rain, and a plunge in temperatures. That will be the setup for a…...
Cherry blossoms in DC | Photographers capture a peak bloom that won't wait
1+ mon, 2+ day ago (206+ words) They're documenting moments, memories, and life itself. SEE ALSO | Early peak bloom puts 2026 among fastest cherry blossom seasons. Here's why For others, the experience is deeply personal. Jenny Zappia said she planned a trip to D. C. centered around the blossoms after…...
Gary Sinise to headline National Vietnam Veteran Day "Welcome Home" event in DC
1+ mon, 5+ day ago (116+ words) Washington, D. C. (7 News) " Gary Sinise is coming to DC to celebrate National Vietnam Veteran Day. On Sunday, March 29th the National Mall area will be dedicated to Vietnam Veterans for a "Welcome Home. .. Gary Sinise to headline National Vietnam Veteran Day "Welcome…...
Historic heat grips the West. Here's what it means for DC
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (354+ words) WASHINGTON(7 News) " Out West, it feels more like July than March. It's not just warm, it's record-challenging, history-threatening heat. A powerful heat dome has parked itself over the western U. S. , sending temperatures soaring 15 to 30 degrees above average. In some spots, it's…...
DC Weather: Turning up the heat with fire danger and record chasing warmth
2+ week, 3+ day ago (311+ words) WASHINGTON, D. C. (7 News) " The First Alert Weather Team is tracking a burst of summer-like heat across the Washington area this week, with temperatures surging into the 80s and 90s and record highs coming into play at Reagan National and Dulles. Add in dry…...
Inspector General finds safety issues in DC's 911 center
2+ week, 4+ day ago (435+ words) WASHINGTON (7 News) " An inspection of DC's 9-1-1 center found that safety concerns still affect emergency response. It found issues with its operational reliability, staffing, quality control, and emergency preparedness. The Office of the Inspector General investigated the D. C. Office of Unified Communications…...
GALLERY | 2026 Cherry blossom parade brings color, crowds to DC
2+ week, 5+ day ago (200+ words) The National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade filled Constitution Avenue with color, music, and celebration Saturday as crowds gathered to welcome one of D. C. s b. .. WASHINGTON (7 NEWS) " The National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade filled Constitution Avenue with color, music, and celebration Saturday…...
WATCH LIVE | 2026 National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade takes over DC
2+ week, 5+ day ago (178+ words) WASHINGTON (7 NEWS) " The National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade returns to D. C. on Saturday, bringing floats, performances, and thousands of visitors to the nation's capital. The parade runs from 11 a. m. to 1: 30 p. m. , stretching 10 blocks along Constitution Avenue, Northwest, from 7th Street to Virginia Avenue near…...
Dyngus Day hits DC: Atlas Brew Works hosts the "wet Monday" tradition April 6
4+ week, 7+ hour ago (176+ words) Dyngus day is coming up on April 6th. The DC area is once again going to be able to celebrate with an event at Atlas Brew Works. (7 News). .. Dyngus Day hits DC: Atlas Brew Works hosts the wet Monday tradition April 6th by…...