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Excessive Heat Watch Issued For Most Of DMV Region With Temperatures Approaching 100 Degrees Excessive Heat Watch Issued For Most Of DMV Region With Temperatures Approaching 100 Degrees
Excessive Heat Watch Issued For Most Of DMV Region With Temperatures Approaching 100 Degrees Forecasters are cautioning that oppressive heat may be headed to the DMV region with temperatures possibly approaching 100 degrees in the area. The National Weather Service announced that an Excessive Heat Watch has been issued for Saturday, June 20 with possible heat index values touching 105 to 110 degrees in certain parts of DC, Maryland, and Virginia. National Weather Service It will be in effect from noon through 8 p.m. on Saturday, June 22. Residents have been advised to:  Stay in air conditioning and out of the sun, if possible; Check on friends, family, neighbors, and…
Rebuild Of Baltimore Bridge Will Be Federally-Funded, Biden Says Amid Search For 6 Workers Rebuild Of Baltimore Bridge Will Be Federally-Funded, Biden Says Amid Search For 6 Workers
Rebuild Of Baltimore Bridge Will Be Federally-Funded, Biden Says Amid Search For 6 Workers President Joe Biden has vowed to "move heaven and earth" to assist the people of Maryland following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore on Tuesday morning. Shockwaves were sent across the country on Tuesday, March 26, when America awoke to the news that the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore had collapsed, and was deemed a mass casualty event. NTSBgov Biden told Maryland Gov. Wes Moore that he and the federal government "will move heaven and earth to reopen the port and reopen the bridge as soon as possible." The rebuild is expected to be a "multi-year effor…
Maryland Navy SEAL One Of Two Presumed Dead After Going Missing During Operation In Yemen Maryland Navy SEAL One Of Two Presumed Dead After Going Missing During Operation In Yemen
Maryland Navy SEAL One Of Two Presumed Dead After Going Missing During Operation In Yemen Officials have confirmed that a Maryland native is one of two US Navy SEALs that were lost at sea after going missing during an operation in Yemen earlier this month. Marylander Special Operator First Class Christopher J. Chambers has been identified by officials as the local hero who was overseas during a risky nighttime mission on Thursday, Jan. 11, Gov. Wes Moore confirmed. “Maryland and the nation have lost a hero. Special Operator First Class Christopher J. Chambers wasn't just a distinguished Navy SEAL, he was a true patriot in every beautiful sense of the word," Moore said.  "H…
MASS SHOOTING: Two Killed, Dozens Wounded At Baltimore Block Party, Mayor: 'We Will Find You' MASS SHOOTING: Two Killed, Dozens Wounded At Baltimore Block Party, Mayor: 'We Will Find You'
Mass Shooting: Two Killed, Dozens Wounded At Baltimore Block Party, Mayor: 'We Will Find You' An 18-year-old woman and a 20-year-old man were killed and 28 others wounded in a mass shooting at a late-night block party in Baltimore. No arrests had been announced, nor suspects identified, as of noontime Sunday, June 2. However, Mayor Brandon Scott said it's just a matter of time. Nine people were rushed to hospitals from the scene and another 20 got there either via private vehicle or on foot following one of Charm City’s largest mass shootings ever. Three of the injured were in critical condition, authorities said. Witnesses reported hearing 20 to 30 shots at what has been an annu…
Who's Got Game? Virginia, Maryland Governors Muse About Going One-On-One Over New FBI HQ Who's Got Game? Virginia, Maryland Governors Muse About Going One-On-One Over New FBI HQ
Who's Got Game? Virginia, Maryland Governors Muse About Going One-On-One Over New FBI HQ Could the future location of the FBI’s future headquarters be determined over a pickup game of basketball? This week, officials from the General Services Administration heard from delegations in both Maryland and Virginia regarding the highlights of bringing the FBI to either state, prompting a curious showdown between top elected officials in both. After their pitches were heard, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore shared a clip of himself on Twitter before a recent Washington Wizards came showing him smoothly hitting a jump shot from the free throw line. .@GlennYoungkin let's go one on one, win…
Vice President Kamala Harris To Campaign For Wes Moore In Maryland As Election Approaches Vice President Kamala Harris To Campaign For Wes Moore In Maryland As Election Approaches
Vice President Kamala Harris To Campaign For Wes Moore In Maryland As Election Approaches Some of the nation's top Democrats keep coming forward in support of Maryland gubernatorial hopeful Wes Moore. Fresh on the heels of former President Barack Obama’s endorsement of Moore’s run, current Vice President Kamala Harris will be back in Baltimore this weekend at a grassroots event to support his candidacy. The event is scheduled to run from 9:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 29, at the Cahill Recreation Center on Clifton Avenue. I’m excited to invite you to join our democratic ticket, @KamalaHarris, and me in Baltimore on Saturday to get out the vote!This is our time. If …
'Wes Moore Is The Leader Maryland Needs' Obama Says In New Endorsement For Potential Governor 'Wes Moore Is The Leader Maryland Needs' Obama Says In New Endorsement For Potential Governor
'Wes Moore Is The Leader Maryland Needs' Obama Says In New Endorsement For Potential Governor Democratic Maryland gubernatorial hopeful Wes Moore got a ringing endorsement from one of the country’s most popular political figures. Former President Barack Obama endorsed Moore in a 30-second video that was released on Tuesday, Oct. 25 in advance of the November elections where he is heavily favored to topple Republican Dan Cox to replace current Gov. Larry Hogan. President @BarackObama embodies leadership and service. I am truly humbled to have his endorsement.Early voting starts Thursday and election day is just 14 days away. Maryland, let’s vote like our future depends on it – be…
Here's What We Know About President Joe Biden's Upcoming Trip To Maryland Here's What We Know About President Joe Biden's Upcoming Trip To Maryland
Here's What We Know About President Joe Biden's Upcoming Trip To Maryland Maryland is getting ready to roll out the red carpet as President Joe Biden expects to visit Hagerstown on Friday, the White House announced. Biden will be at the Volvo Power Train Plant in Hagerstown on Friday, Oct. 7 to “deliver remarks on building the economy from the bottom up and middle out” during his visit, according to White House officials. No official time for the visit was provided, though staffers tipped their cap by advising motorists to avoid the roads between the Maugans Avenue entrance to Volvo and the Hagerstown Regional Airport between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Friday. The C…