Saturday August 15th Patch AM
Saturday August 15th Patch AM (Patch graphic)
Good day Washington! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
DC man admits killing partner's toddler; here's what happens next
Why are crypto and AI CEOs heading to Washington next week?
Which Commanders are projected to survive Washington's final roster cuts?
Also on today's calendar: Saint George Church Annual Middle Eastern Festival and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Where do bad rainbows go? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
Saturday: Partial sunshine, with a high of 90 and low of 74 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
Sunday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm, temps: high: 85, low: 75.
Monday: A morning shower; humid, with a high of 91 and low of 70 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• DC man pleads guilty to beating partner's toddler to death (fox5dc.com) — A Washington, D.C., man has pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in the 2022 beating death of his partner's 2-year-old son, a case prosecuted by federal authorities. He remains in custody and faces sentencing in February 2027, while the child's mother also faces charges tied to the tragedy.
• White House innovation panel meeting may bring Trump together with crypto CEOs (tradersunion.com) — Washington will host a White House-linked innovation committee next week, bringing crypto, prediction market, and AI executives together with top regulators to debate federal rules. The talks, centered near the White House and at the CFTC, could shape how Washington approaches crypto regulation amid scrutiny of Trump-connected financial ventures.
• Who will make the Commanders' roster? Here's the outlook with preseason underway. (washingtonpost.com) — Washington football fans get an early look at how the Commanders' 53-man roster could shake out after their preseason win, including tight battles at running back, receiver, and kicker. With key injuries and new additions, Washington's front office faces tough choices before the Aug. 30 cut-down deadline.
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Washington
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★ Featured events ★
Saint George Church Annual Middle Eastern Festival →
4335 16th St NW, Washington
11:00 am
Back to School Event @ Xfinity Chinatown →
715 7th St NW, Washington
1:00 pm
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Other local events
Annual Sports Day →
401 Oklahoma Ave NE, Washington
10:00 am
Panda Fest DC 2026 →
6th St NW & Pennsylvania Ave NW
10:00 am
Clear the Shelter: Adopt a Pet for Free - Adopt & Foster Urgent Dogs (10AM - 4PM; Arrive by 3pm) →
Prince George's County Animal Services Facility & Adoption Center, 3750 Brown Station Rd, Upper Marlboro
10:00 am
Discover the Hip Vibes of Logan Circle this Saturday! →
1610 14th St NW, Washington
12:00 pm
DC Drag Brunch Sassy Saturday →
1610 14th St NW, Washington
12:00 pm
The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show →
801 N St Asaph St, Alexandria
6:00 pm
Energizers Sneaker Ball →
Dance Place, 3225 8th St NE, Washington
7:00 pm
Gruesome Playground Injuries →
Keegan Theatre, 1742 Church St NW, Washington
8:00 pm
Civil War Stuff: African American Soldiers and Flags
Civil War Defenses of Washington National Park 6625 Georgia Avenue NW, Washington, DC
10:00 am
Student & Faculty Meet 'n' Greet
Breakthrough Montessori PCS Washington, DC 20011
8:00 am
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💬 Chatter
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Prism (Thank you Mark J. for sending it in!)
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