In today's newsletter:
Maine teen advocates for diabetes research in DC
Washington cop's quick action ends street brawl
FAA gets new leader amid training rule debate
Also on today's calendar: Intro to Sketch Comedy and 10 other events.
Thursday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 85 and low of 72 degrees.
Friday: Humid with a thunderstorm, temps: high: 89, low: 74. 🌶 Hot!
Saturday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, with a high of 85 and low of 71 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Maine teen speaks on Capitol Hill about importance of Type 1 diabetes research (wgme.com) — Ruby Whitmore, a Maine teen, testified on Capitol Hill about the importance of Type 1 diabetes research. Her testimony, part of a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing in Washington emphasized the need for advancements in diabetes treatment.
2. Washington Cop Ends Wild Street Brawl Between Women in Seconds With Pepper Spray Blast: ‘Excellent Deescalation' (thenerdstash.com) — A street brawl involving several women in Washington was quickly ended by a police officer using pepper spray. The incident, captured on video, highlighted the officer's effective de-escalation tactics, drawing praise from online viewers.
3. Senate confirms Bryan Bedford as FAA administrator (wbch.com) — Bryan Bedford has been confirmed by the Senate as the new FAA administrator, with a vote of 53-43. His confirmation comes amid concerns over his stance on the FAA's 1,500-hour flight training rule, particularly from Washington Sen. Maria Cantwell.
4. Mattel introduces its first Barbie with Type 1 diabetes (pressnewsagency.org) — Mattel has introduced a new Barbie doll with Type 1 diabetes, unveiled at the Breakthrough T1D's 2025 Children's Congress in Washington. The event highlights advocacy for continued federal research funding, focusing on the Special Diabetes Program.
5. Commanders unveil Super Bowl era throwback uniforms to celebrate franchise legacy (13newsnow.com) — The Washington Commanders celebrate their legacy by unveiling Super Bowl era throwback uniforms. These uniforms, honoring the team's successful past, will debut in upcoming games, highlighting Washington's rich football history and tradition.
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Intro to Sketch Comedy
DC Improv Comedy Club , 1140 Connecticut Ave NW , Washington
8:00 pm
Embassy Chef Challenge 2025
Andrew W Mellon Auditorium , 1301 Constitution Ave. NW , Washington
6:00 pm
Parvati Shallow with Stephen Thompson
Sixth & I , 600 I St NW , Washington
7:00 pm
Awakening the Mind: A Journey into Buddhism
Kadampa Meditation Center DC , 1200 Canal St SW , Washington
7:15 pm
Family Storytime at Brigadier General Charles E McGee Library
Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Library -
11:00 am
"A Wild Goose Chase"- with Sandbank Shadow Factory
Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Library -
2:00 pm
Yappy Hour at The Stacks
The Stacks , 101 V St SW , Washington
6:00 pm
Fort Totten Summer Concert Series: Justina Beth El
400 Galloway Street Northeast Washington, DC 20011
6:00 pm
Madams of DC Walking Tour
1401 Pennsylvania Ave NW , Washington
7:00 pm
Ashley Hesseltine (stand-up comedy)
DC Improv Comedy Club , 1140 Connecticut Ave NW , Washington
7:00 pm
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