TOP HEADLINES: DC sewage spill; DHS shutdown
DC Water urges residents to stay out of the Potomac region as one of the largest sewage spills in US history continues as parts of the Department of Homeland Security remains shut down.
DC Water urges residents to stay out of the Potomac region as one of the largest sewage spills in US history continues as parts of the Department of Homeland Security remains shut down.
Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Day 15 latest updates
Feb. 15 marks the 15th day since Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, disappeared from her Tucson-area home.
Feb. 15 marks the 15th day since Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, disappeared from her Tucson-area home.
Nancy Guthrie: Man detained was 'person of interest,' sheriff says
A massive law enforcement presence at a Tucson home and a separate FBI vehicle search occurred on Feb. 13, but authorities confirm no arrests have been made in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
A massive law enforcement presence at a Tucson home and a separate FBI vehicle search occurred on Feb. 13, but authorities confirm no arrests have been made in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Arkansas commit Jordan Smith gives back through Special Olympics clinic
Paul VI basketball standout Jordan Smith is one of the nation’s top student-athletes — and he’s using that platform to serve others. Less than a day after announcing his commitment to the University of Arkansas, Smith and his teammates took part in a Special Olympics clinic, encouraging athletes with special needs and helping them build confidence on the court. Smith says working with the special-needs community is more than a one-day event — it’s his passion, and he plans to continue that work in college. Smith is a McDonald’s All-American and is preparing to help lead Paul VI in its push for a WCAC championship, while keeping a message from his parents at the center of it all: life is bigger than basketball.
Paul VI basketball standout Jordan Smith is one of the nation’s top student-athletes — and he’s using that platform to serve others. Less than a day after announcing his commitment to the University of Arkansas, Smith and his teammates took part in a Special Olympics clinic, encouraging athletes with special needs and helping them build confidence on the court. Smith says working with the special-needs community is more than a one-day event — it’s his passion, and he plans to continue that work in college. Smith is a McDonald’s All-American and is preparing to help lead Paul VI in its push for a WCAC championship, while keeping a message from his parents at the center of it all: life is bigger than basketball.
Driver identified in DC trash truck hit-and-run that killed e-bike rider
D.C. police say they have identified the dumpster truck driver accused of hitting and killing a person on an e-bike in Northwest D.C. and then fleeing the scene. Investigators also corrected earlier information, saying the person who died was a man. The crash happened near Upshur Street and Georgia Avenue NW. Police say no charges had been filed as of the latest update, and detectives have not released the names or ages of those who were hit. Anyone who witnessed the crash or saw the truck is urged to contact police.
D.C. police say they have identified the dumpster truck driver accused of hitting and killing a person on an e-bike in Northwest D.C. and then fleeing the scene. Investigators also corrected earlier information, saying the person who died was a man. The crash happened near Upshur Street and Georgia Avenue NW. Police say no charges had been filed as of the latest update, and detectives have not released the names or ages of those who were hit. Anyone who witnessed the crash or saw the truck is urged to contact police.
Stay out of the Potomac, officials warn after 200M-gallon sewage spill
Officials in D.C., Maryland and Virginia are urging people to stay out of the Potomac River after an underground sewer pipe collapse sent more than 200 million gallons of raw sewage into the water. D.C. Water says the spill is not affecting drinking water, but officials warn the river may pose health risks, especially for anyone with open cuts. The utility says most of the discharge — about 194 million gallons — occurred over the last five days. D.C. Water says it is working with federal, state and local regulators on an environmental restoration plan that will be released once approved. Environmental groups have criticized the utility’s response, saying the incident is being downplayed and cleanup could take months. People were still walking along the waterfront in Old Town Alexandria despite the warnings, as officials continued to stress: do not touch the water.
Officials in D.C., Maryland and Virginia are urging people to stay out of the Potomac River after an underground sewer pipe collapse sent more than 200 million gallons of raw sewage into the water. D.C. Water says the spill is not affecting drinking water, but officials warn the river may pose health risks, especially for anyone with open cuts. The utility says most of the discharge — about 194 million gallons — occurred over the last five days. D.C. Water says it is working with federal, state and local regulators on an environmental restoration plan that will be released once approved. Environmental groups have criticized the utility’s response, saying the incident is being downplayed and cleanup could take months. People were still walking along the waterfront in Old Town Alexandria despite the warnings, as officials continued to stress: do not touch the water.
Photos: The search for Nancy Guthrie in the Catalina Foothills
Two weeks into the search for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, these images document the intensifying law enforcement effort to find the kidnapped mother of "Today" host Savannah Guthrie.
Two weeks into the search for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, these images document the intensifying law enforcement effort to find the kidnapped mother of "Today" host Savannah Guthrie.
Multiple people detained in Nancy Guthrie investigation, officials cite new developments
Breaking developments in the investigation into Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance: authorities carried out overnight law enforcement activity near the Tucson-area home, with SWAT and FBI vehicles reported on scene. Officials say a man was detained at a restaurant near the Guthrie home, while three other people were detained at a nearby house for questioning. Investigators also focused on a silver/gray Range Rover, which was towed from a Culver’s parking lot in Tucson after an operation involving a traffic stop. The driver was detained for questioning as the vehicle was examined for several hours. The Pima County Sheriff’s Office posted an update early this morning, and police have not named any suspects at this time. We’re continuing to track updates as they come in.
Breaking developments in the investigation into Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance: authorities carried out overnight law enforcement activity near the Tucson-area home, with SWAT and FBI vehicles reported on scene. Officials say a man was detained at a restaurant near the Guthrie home, while three other people were detained at a nearby house for questioning. Investigators also focused on a silver/gray Range Rover, which was towed from a Culver’s parking lot in Tucson after an operation involving a traffic stop. The driver was detained for questioning as the vehicle was examined for several hours. The Pima County Sheriff’s Office posted an update early this morning, and police have not named any suspects at this time. We’re continuing to track updates as they come in.
Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Day 14 latest updates
Feb. 14 marks two weeks since Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC “Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, disappeared from her Tucson-area home.
Feb. 14 marks two weeks since Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC “Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, disappeared from her Tucson-area home.
Nancy Guthrie: Sheriff says no one in custody, no one arrested
Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos on Saturday morning tells Fox News that no arrests have been made and no one is in custody after three people were detained the night before.
Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos on Saturday morning tells Fox News that no arrests have been made and no one is in custody after three people were detained the night before.
Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Day 13 latest updates
Investigators entered the 13th day of the search for Nancy Guthrie, 84, who vanished from her Tucson-area home. The Pima County Sheriff’s Department is asking residents within 2 miles for any surveillance footage they "deem out of the ordinary or important."
Investigators entered the 13th day of the search for Nancy Guthrie, 84, who vanished from her Tucson-area home. The Pima County Sheriff’s Department is asking residents within 2 miles for any surveillance footage they "deem out of the ordinary or important."
Debate grows over Virginia bill easing youth alcohol, marijuana consequences
Advocates are sounding the alarm in Virginia about a bill before the House of Delegates. The measure would reduce the penalties for underage consumption or possession of alcohol or marijuana.
Advocates are sounding the alarm in Virginia about a bill before the House of Delegates. The measure would reduce the penalties for underage consumption or possession of alcohol or marijuana.
Nancy Guthrie: TMZ receives new, bigger demand for money in exchange for suspect's identity
TMZ is reporting that a person who sent them two previous requests for money in exchange for the identity of the suspect in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance has returned with an even bigger demand.
TMZ is reporting that a person who sent them two previous requests for money in exchange for the identity of the suspect in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance has returned with an even bigger demand.
Virginia bill would reduce penalties for underage drinking, marijuana possession
Virginia lawmakers are considering a bill that would reduce penalties for underage alcohol and marijuana possession to written warnings, drawing support from advocates who call it fairer and strong opposition from Mothers Against Drunk Driving, who warn it could put lives at risk.
Virginia lawmakers are considering a bill that would reduce penalties for underage alcohol and marijuana possession to written warnings, drawing support from advocates who call it fairer and strong opposition from Mothers Against Drunk Driving, who warn it could put lives at risk.
Crystal City Metro closures begin this weekend
Crystal City Metro station will be closed for ten weekends this spring and summer, starting on February 14.
Crystal City Metro station will be closed for ten weekends this spring and summer, starting on February 14.
Former police chief pleads guilty to arson in Montgomery County
A former police chief who once swore to protect the public is now a convicted arsonist.
A former police chief who once swore to protect the public is now a convicted arsonist.
Suspect in custody after Springfield Mall shooting
A suspect is in custody after a shooting at the Springfield Town Center Friday evening.
A suspect is in custody after a shooting at the Springfield Town Center Friday evening.
Crystal City Metro station to close for ten weekends starting Saturday
Beginning this weekend, the Crystal City Metro station will be closed and rail service between Pentagon City and Reagan National Airport will be suspended for ten weekends as construction begins to build a second entrance.
Beginning this weekend, the Crystal City Metro station will be closed and rail service between Pentagon City and Reagan National Airport will be suspended for ten weekends as construction begins to build a second entrance.
Arrest made in Shepherd Univ. student killing; Potomac sewage spill update
A suspect has been arrested in the killing of a Shepherd University student. Plus, officials are demanding daily monitoring after a massive sewage spill in the Potomac River.
A suspect has been arrested in the killing of a Shepherd University student. Plus, officials are demanding daily monitoring after a massive sewage spill in the Potomac River.
Maryland leaders push oversight after historic Potomac spill
Leaders in Maryland are hearing from officials about ongoing efforts to clean up what’s being described as the largest sewage spill in U.S. history.
Leaders in Maryland are hearing from officials about ongoing efforts to clean up what’s being described as the largest sewage spill in U.S. history.