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local-news2 months ago

DC Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton Victim of Scam and Dementia Concerns

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton was scammed at her home by individuals posing as cleaning workers, charging nearly $4,400 for services not rendered. The incident raised concerns about her health, with police reports suggesting early dementia, which her office disputes. The case is under investigation, and Norton, the oldest member of the House, faces calls to consider retirement amid questions about her capacity.

local3 months ago

DC Police Arrest Man with Explosives Near St. Matthew’s Cathedral Before Red Mass

A person was arrested outside St. Matthew’s Cathedral in Washington, D.C., before the Red Mass after setting up a tent with suspicious items, including potential fireworks and liquid-filled vials. The individual, Louis Geri, was previously barred from the premises and now faces charges including unlawful entry and possession of a Molotov cocktail. The scene was secured, and public safety was not threatened.

politics4 months ago

Trump suggests federal crackdown on crime could extend to Chicago

President Trump announced plans to target Chicago with a federal crime crackdown following his successful intervention in Washington, DC, where federal forces have been deployed to reduce crime, and suggested he might extend similar measures to Chicago, raising concerns about federal control over local police and the potential long-term presence of National Guard troops.

politics4 months ago

Justice Department probes DC police over alleged crime data manipulation

The Justice Department is investigating whether Washington, D.C., police officials falsified crime data to lower crime rates, amid political tensions over police control and claims by President Trump about rising violence, though recent crime trends have shown decreases. The investigation follows reports of a police commander suspected of data manipulation and reflects broader disputes over public safety and political influence.