Yet Another Gun at DCA — “Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport intercepted a fourth firearm in seven days at a checkpoint on Thursday, April 11. The four guns were caught on April 5, 7, 8 and 11.” [Press Release]
ACPD Traffic Citation Data — “The Arlington County Police Department investigated what works out to more than four vehicle crashes per day February, according to new data… During the month, police issued 2,043 citations and warnings for a variety of issues, according to the figures.” [Gazette Leader]
‘Mob’ Assault in Green Valley — ” At approximately 11:59 p.m. on April 10, police were dispatched to the report of an assault just occurred. Upon arrival, it was determined the male victim was in the area when he was approached by approximately eight juvenile suspects in their teens. The suspects then assaulted the victim, stole his personal property and fled the scene on foot. The victim sustained non-life threatening injuries and was transported to an area hospital.” [ACPD]
Teacher Union Endorsements — “AEA-PAC is proud to endorse Laurence Fishtahler and Zuraya Tapia-Hadley as candidates for school board… AEA-PAC is proud to endorse Julius D. Spain for county board.” [Press Release]
County Gov’t Career Fair Today — From Arlington Elections: “Are you a registered voter in VA who wants to get involved in elections? Apply to be an Election Officer! We’ll have a booth at Arlington County’s upcoming Career Fair on 4/15 from 4-6pm at the Central Library! Apply to work the polls here.” [Twitter, Arlington County]
W-L Grad and Fmr. NFL Player Dies — “Through a lifelong involvement in sports, primarily football, Eric Sievers became an impactful person in Arlington and beyond. He continues so in death, with many remembering the native Arlingtonian in so many positive manners, extending long beyond his player career. Sievers, a 1976 Washington-Lee High School graduate, died April 10 after a six-year struggle with bladder cancer.” [Gazette Leader]
It’s Monday — Expect a mostly sunny day with a high around 80°F and northwest winds at 6-11 mph, gusting to 18 mph. The night will be mostly clear with lows near 53°F and a mild north wind. [NWS]
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