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Lithium‑Battery Fire in Bethesda Claims Family Dog
A Bethesda home fire on September 15, 2026, caused by a charging electric scooter and tennis‑ball server, killed a family dog. The event underscores a national…
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Trump Calls for Washington Statue and Exhibit at Smithsonian
President Donald Trump asked the Smithsonian to install a large George Washington statue outside the National Museum of American History and to open a special…
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Virginia Early Voting Starts Sept. 18 for 2026 General Election
Virginia's early voting period opens on September 18, 2026, allowing voters to cast ballots before the November general election. The state provides multiple…
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Missing Child Found in Accokeek, Reunited with Family
Prince George’s County Police located a missing child in Accokeek on September 13, 2026, and returned the child to the family after a public appeal for help.
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Driver Dies After Jumping From I-495 Overpass
An unidentified driver who fled a crash on I-495 in Montgomery County jumped from an overpass on September 13, resulting in a fatal fall onto the road below.
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Police Search for Suspect After Fatal Plaza Shooting
Montgomery County police are investigating a fatal early‑morning shooting at Potomac Woods Plaza on September 13, 2026, which left one person dead, and are…
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Virginia Man's Trial Starts Over Illegal Gaithersburg Car Meet
A Virginia man's trial began in Gaithersburg, Maryland, after his arrest for participating in a large, unauthorized car meet held the previous month,…
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Man Hospitalized in Critical Condition After Fairfax County Vehicle Strike
A man was critically injured after being hit by a vehicle in Fairfax County on Sunday night and is now hospitalized in life‑threatening condition, with police…
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EPA Announces End to Coal and Gas Emissions Rule
The EPA, under the Trump administration, announced on September 14, 2026, that it will eliminate the emissions regulation that set limits on carbon‑dioxide and…
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Cash Incentive Challenge Launched for I‑66 Commuters
A cash‑incentive challenge launched on September 14 encourages I‑66 commuters in Northern Virginia to carpool, offering reduced travel costs and the chance to…
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Kennedy Center Faces Possible Closure Tuesday Over Bankruptcy, Safety Issues
A draft resolution may allow the Kennedy Center board to close the venue on September 15 due to bankruptcy fears and a recent partial ceiling collapse, with…
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Two Firefighters Injured in Northeast Washington House Fire
Two firefighters were injured while fighting a house fire in northeast Washington, D.C., on the morning of September 14, 2026.
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Woman Injured in Prince George’s County Car Meetup Shooting
A woman was injured during a shooting at an illegal car meetup in Prince George’s County, Maryland, prompting a police investigation into the unlawful…
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Teen Charged After Children Flee Stolen Cars in Gaithersburg
Gaithersburg police charged a 15‑year‑old on September 11 after children fled from stolen cars, an incident occurring shortly after a fatal Germantown crash…
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Art All Night Brings Music, Art and Dog Fashion to Cleveland Park
Art All Night turned Connecticut Avenue in Cleveland Park into a nighttime hub of live music, visual art and a dog fashion show on September 11, 2026, drawing…
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Pentagon Raises Flag for 25th Anniversary of 9/11 Attacks
The Pentagon raised an American flag on September 11, 2026, marking the 25th anniversary of the 2001 attacks that killed nearly 3,000 people, including 184 at…
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Arlington Sheriff Honored at Yorktown High School Ceremony
Sheriff Jose Quiroz and fellow first responders were honored at Yorktown High School on September 10, 2026, in a ceremony recognizing their service, during…
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Five Teens Arrested After D.C. Police Chase in Stolen Car
U.S. Park Police arrested five teenage suspects on Friday night after pursuing a stolen vehicle in Washington, D.C., detaining them on theft and evasion…
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Parkway Sections Closed Sunday for George Washington Patriot Run
Portions of the George Washington Memorial Parkway will be closed from 6:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. on Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026, to accommodate the community George…
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Virginia Early Voting Begins Sept. 18 for 2026 Election
Virginia's early voting period for the 2026 General Election opens on September 18, giving voters a chance to cast ballots ahead of the November election.
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Fairfax Deputy Executive Urges Return of Crossing Guard Funds
Fairfax County Deputy Executive Tom Arnold recommended restoring funding for high school crossing guards and adding safety measures in a memo released on…
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Missing Child Found in Accokeek, Reunited with Family
Prince George’s County Police located a missing child in Accokeek after seeking public help and returned the child to its family on September 13, 2026.
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Woman Unconscious After Vehicle Hits Her on Silver Spring Street
An adult woman was struck by a vehicle on New Hampshire Avenue in Silver Spring on September 11, 2026, and left unresponsive. The incident occurred on a major…
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Two Truck Drivers Killed After I-81 Crash Sparks Explosion
A crash on I-81 in Frederick County ignited oxygen tanks, causing an explosion that killed two truck drivers. Virginia State Police are investigating the…