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MCPS says county's allocation falls $36 M short, which could lead to cuts
19+ hour, 47+ min ago (403+ words) The Montgomery County Council gave final approval yesterday to a $7. 9 billion budget, but its schools budget was $36 million short of what MCPS requested " which could mean cuts are coming. News4s Dominique Moody reports. After weeks of contentious debates about potential cuts…...
A DC boy left his trumpet on a Metrobus. Here's how the driver saved the day
21+ hour, 38+ min ago (332+ words) After a D. C. boy left his trumpet on a Metrobus, it turns out the driver was watching out for him. Earlier this week, a D. C. fifth grader forgot his trumpet on the Metrobus on his way home from school. But it turns…...
Federal judge dismisses human trafficking charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia
1+ day, 5+ min ago (343+ words) Kilmar Abrego Garcia is an El Salvadoran immigrant at the center of a legal battle that could reshape American immigration policy. Here's what you need to know. A federal judge in Tennessee dismissed human trafficking charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia,…...
Flight diverts to Dulles after "unruly passenger' tries to open door at 36 K feet
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (154+ words) A flight headed to Guatemala was diverted to Washington Dulles International Airport after a passenger tried to open a door while flying at 36, 000 feet, according to an air traffic control recording. United Airlines Flight 1551 from Newark to Guatemala City had…...
Storm Team4 Memorial Day weekend forecast: Cool, rainy " but here's the best day to BBQ
1+ day, 9+ hour ago (361+ words) Storm Team4 Meteorologist Chuck Bell has your morning weather and a look at the 10-day forecast. 4 things to know about the weather: Temperatures will remain mainly in the 50s into Sunday morning, and rain will be far more common than dry time....
Remove the barriers': Maryland launches quicker benefits application process
10+ mon, 1+ week ago (244+ words) Officials say the new website will streamline the application for benefits such as SNAP and WIC. News4s Jessica Albert reports. It is now easier for people in Maryland to apply for benefits. Gov. Wes Moore announced Tuesday the state is streamlining…...
I will never forget that night': One year since deadly shooting at Capital Jewish Museum
1+ day, 16+ hour ago (341+ words) People in the D. C. area and around the world took time Thursday to remember the victims of the shooting one year ago in front of the Capital Jewish Museum on 3rd Street Northwest. Sarah Milgrim, 26, and Yaron Lischinsky, 30, both worked at the…...
Man arrested for throwing keg through Georgetown Cupcake window
1+ day, 19+ hour ago (241+ words) An arrest has been made for the May 18 vandalism at Georgetown Cupcake, D. C. Police said Thursday afternoon. Charles Joseph Ali, a 28-year-old Rockville resident, was arrested for allegedly throwing a keg through the front window of the famous Georgetown bakery, police…...
Parts of Potomac, Anacostia rivers may close for July Fourth fireworks: sources
1+ day, 21+ hour ago (533+ words) Sources with direct knowledge of the planning confirm that larger-than-normal portions of the Anacostia and Potomac rivers could be off-limits to boaters this year. News4s Adam Tuss reports. Plans for a massive fireworks show this July Fourth may lead to parts…...
Worst nightmare': Spotsylvania mother charged after baby forgotten in hot car dies
1+ day, 22+ hour ago (469+ words) An infant died after his mother left him in her hot car in Spotsylvania County, Virginia, on Wednesday, authorities say. She was jailed as she faces criminal charges. News4s Drew Wilder reports. The mother called police after realizing she left her…...