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DC bottle bill: Costs, recycling and what worries business owner – NBC4 Washington
1+ hour, 23+ min ago (520+ words) Community members participated in a round table discussion about the pros and cons of the bill, which people worry could create new costs for sellers and consumers. News4s Mauricio Casillas reports. A bottle of water or a can of soda could…...
Data center proposed at site of known cemetery in Stafford County – NBC4 Washington
14+ hour, 12+ min ago (427+ words) A developer wants to put a data center on the site of a known cemetery in Northern Virginia where headstones date to the 1700s. No one is sure just how many unmarked graves are at the site in Stafford County. "There…...
Man charged with killing National Guard member is hospitalized after refusing food, prosecutors say
17+ hour, 28+ min ago (287+ words) July 9, 2026, 6: 11 PM The filing doesn't elaborate on the circumstances of Lakanwal's refusal to eat, but prosecutors noted that courts have held that prison officials can involuntary feed "hunger-striking prisoners" to save their lives. The judge presiding over Lakanwal's case convened…...
Washington Senate Republicans urge Gov. Bob Ferguson to call special session to suspend climate fuel
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (324+ words) Washington Senate Republicans are urging Governor Bob Ferguson to call a special legislative session to temporarily suspend Washington's climate-related fuel policies, arguing the move would provide immediate relief for drivers facing some of the nation's highest gasoline prices as renewed…...
This DC summer program is teeing up the youth for the future
21+ hour, 44+ min ago (388+ words) WEATHER ALERT: Flash flood warning issued until 5 p. m. for part of Frederick County July 9, 2026, 4: 38 PM Summer is in full swing and for many teens and young adults in the District, that means more than just time out of school. For 15, 000, it…...
Jawando certified as Democratic nominee for Montgomery County executive
22+ hour, 9+ min ago (187+ words) Montgomery County Councilmember Will Jawando won the Democratic nomination for Montgomery County executive. Here's brief info. Montgomery County Councilmember Will Jawando was certified as the Democratic nominee for county executive. The Montgomery County Board of Elections certified the results in…...
The Weekend Scene: Alexandria birthday fireworks and more to do in the DC area
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (651+ words) News4s Tommy Mc Fly takes us along the Harriet Tubman Byway with historian Linda Harris, who tells the story of Tubmans incredible life journey. Even with the U. S. mens national soccer team out of the World Cup, were still obsessing over the…...
Trump's plan for a triumphal arch in the nation's capital is getting another review
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (521+ words) NEWS ALERT: Bethesda man pleads not guilty in Reflecting Pool damage case after President Trump alleged vandalism July 9, 2026, 12: 08 AM The National Capital Planning Commission is meeting Thursday, and the Republican president's proposed 250-foot (76-meter) arch is one of the items…...
Trump's plan for a triumphal arch is getting another review
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (594+ words) The National Capital Planning Commission reviewed President Trump's plan to build a huge arch. A meeting Thursday drew public comment and a protest outside. "I am horrified by how quickly the arch project is moving through the approval process in…...
Gastrointestinal infection Cyclosporiasis reported in several states
1+ day, 14+ hour ago (366+ words) A gastrointestinal infection caused by a a microscopic parasite is spreading in several states. News4s Joseph Olmo explains what you need to know. Have you ever heard of Cyclosporiasis? If not, then that's probably a good thing, but what you need…...