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Fairfax County to clear Reston homeless encampment, open temporary shelter
A tent encampment housing between 20 and 35 individuals in the woods between Inova’s emergency room and Sunrise Assisted Living Center in Reston may soon fold. Fairfax County officials hope to open up a temporary overflow shelter in a government building in the Reston Town Center North area to accommodate the people who’ve been living in the tents.
Virginia man armed with semiautomatic handgun, two full magazines charged for attempted church shooting
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. - A Virginia man has been charged with attempting to shoot a church in Haymarket. According to officials, 35-year-old Rui Jiang of Falls Church, Virginia was indicted by a federal grand jury with attempting to obstruct the congregants of the Park Valley Church in Haymarket, Virginia, in the free exercise of their religious beliefs. The indictment stated Jiang's attempted act involved a dangerous weapon and an attempt to kill, and included both threats and a firearms violation.
Black Maryland politicians respond to racist comments following Key Bridge collapse
With less than two weeks left before they adjourn for the year, the Maryland General Assembly has continued its work in the face of the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge. But, for some lawmakers, it tinges the remainder of the legislating to be done and their role as elected officials. Sen. Charles Sydnor, a Black Democrat from Baltimore County, stood on the Senate floor at the end of ...
Off-Duty Trooper Helps Apprehend Work Zone Hit-Run Driver In Maryland: State Police
Marion Station resident Jamal Scarborough was driving in front of an off-duty trooper shortly before 10:30 a.m. on March 27 who was in his police cruiser heading south on Airport Road near Salisbury Regional Airport, when he stopped at a work zone where a flagging operation was in effect. At...
Bridge collapse reminds commuters to consider vehicle escape plans
When a cargo ship crashed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Maryland, causing the bridge's catastrophic collapse in the early morning hours of March 26, people who watched and read the news coverage likely asked themselves one question: "What would I do if I were on that bridge?" Though...
Springfield mall hints at possible Build-A-Bear with permit application
Build-A-Bear Workshop is seeking a permit from Fairfax County to renovate a space at Springfield Town Center. Earlier this month, the Missouri-based toy retailer submitted a permit application for “interior alterations” at an undisclosed space inside the mall. The cost of the renovations total more than $50,000, according to county records.
Bridge phobia: Key Bridge collapse has intensified fears in some drivers
BALTIMORE -- The world saw the unthinkable happen Tuesday morning when a cargo ship struck the Francis Scott Key Bridge. The iconic bridge in the Patapsco River instantly collapsed, plunging eight construction workers into the water amid a mess of metal and concrete.This disaster unlocked a new fear for many and intensified existing fears for others driving over tall bridges.Because our area is surrounded by water, bridges are difficult to avoid."I get hives and I shake and I can't talk and I just have the worst anxiety with it," a Maryland resident said. "Even if my husband drives, I have to...
School board lawyers use “Kate’s” elementary school report card in an attempt to discredit her
At Rachel Carson Middle School off McLearen Road in Herndon, a dog-eared poster hangs on the wall inside door No. 1. It features the logo of Fairfax County Public Schools and the message, “Keep your School SAFE.” The poster promotes an anonymous “tipline” that the school district has set up as part of “continuing efforts to maintain safe schools.”
Maryland Weather: A few showers Saturday; Dry Easter Sunday
BALTIMORE -- It will stay windy through the afternoon on Friday, with wind gusts reaching 25 to 35 mph from the west-northwest. Expect a mix of clouds and sunshine, with high temperatures reaching the upper 50s. , skies will be partly cloudy, and low temperatures will drop into the upper 30s to near 40.On Saturday morning, skies will start partly cloudy, quickly transitioning to mostly cloudy by afternoon with a chance of scattered late-day showers. High temperatures are expected to be slightly warmer, in the low 60s.As Easter Sunday approaches, the morning will begin with partly cloudy skies, but cloud cover will...
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