Good morning Washington! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. βοΈοΈ In today's newsletter:
Mayor Bowser urges quick action on Commanders stadium
WWII Rangers honored at U.S. Capitol
Man guilty of kicking CBP dog at D.C. airport
Also on today's calendar: Live Stand-Up Comedy Album Recording w/ Pete Musto (DC Improv, NY Sketch Fest) and 11 other events.
Today's riddle: What do you call a broken jet? π€ (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
Friday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, with a high of 80 and low of 73 degrees.
Saturday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m., temps: high: 93, low: 73. πΆ Hot!
Sunday: Hot; a stray p.m. t-storm, with a high of 91 and low of 75 degrees.
π° News we're reading
1. Bowser pushes DC Council to move ahead with Commanders stadium deal (wtop.com) β D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser is urging the city council to expedite the stadium deal for the Washington Commanders, emphasizing its potential economic benefits. The proposed stadium could host major events, boosting local development and job creation.
2. Army Rangers who served in WWII honored with Congressional Gold Medals (stripes.com) β In a heartfelt ceremony at the U.S. Capitol in Washington five World War II Army Rangers were awarded the Congressional Gold Medal. The event, attended by lawmakers and the public, honored the bravery and legacy of these distinguished veterans.
3. Egyptian man pleads guilty to kicking CBP dog at DC airport (washingtonexaminer.com) β A 70-year-old Egyptian man has been sentenced after pleading guilty to kicking a Customs and Border Protection dog at Washington Dulles International Airport. The incident led to the discovery of over 100 pounds of undeclared food items in his luggage. The court ordered him to pay for the dog's veterinary care and deported him to Egypt.
4. Maryland doctor sentenced to 18 years for selling opioids out of a Northwest DC pill mill (wjla.com) β A Maryland doctor, Ndubuisi Joseph Okafor, was sentenced to 18 years for running a pill mill in Northwest Washington, D.C. His clinic was involved in a nationwide opioid distribution scheme, leading to his conviction on multiple counts.
5. Judge wants updates on faulty air conditioning at D.C. detention facility (washingtonpost.com) β A judge has ordered daily updates on the faulty air conditioning at a D.C. youth detention center amid a heat wave. The facility's cooling issues have raised health concerns for the young detainees, prompting legal petitions for their release. Repairs are underway, but conditions remain challenging.
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Live Stand-Up Comedy Album Recording w/ Pete Musto (DC Improv, NY Sketch Fest)
Pure Panic Comics & Games , 8317 Fenton St , Silver Spring
9:30 pm
Adopt or Foster Urgent Dogs - Friday (11AM - 6PM)
Prince George's County Animal Services Facility & Adoption Center , 3750 Brown Station Rd , Upper Marlboro
11:00 am
Meet The Artist: May Pang (John Lennon's Girlfriend)
2020 O St NW , Washington
12:00 pm
Fort Totten Summer Concert Series: Frank Viele
400 Galloway Street Northeast Washington, DC 20011
6:00 pm
311: Unity Tour 2025
The Anthem , 901 Wharf St SW , Washington
7:00 pm
Stages of the Path
Kadampa Meditation Center DC , 1200 Canal St SW , Washington
7:00 pm
The Firefighters at Savannah Bananas
Nationals Park , 1500 South Capitol St SE , Washington
7:00 pm
Devon Walker (stand-up comedy)
DC Improv Comedy Club , 1140 Connecticut Ave NW , Washington
7:30 pm
Chamber of Comedy
The DC Arts Center (DCAC) , 2438 18th St NW , Washington
9:30 pm
Family Craft Activity: Friendship Bracelets
DAR Museum , 1776 D St NW , Washington
10:00 am
Juston McKinney
DC Comedy Loft and Bier Baron Tavern , 1523 22nd St NW , Washington
6:00 pm
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You are cordially invited to the POOL PARTY! Donβt forget to get there early! (Nextdoor Eastland Gardens)
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