Storm Delays Flight at DCA — “Concerns about wind shear as yesterday’s storms moved across the Potomac River forced one pilot to abandon his jet’s approach to Reagan National Airport. This isn’t an unusual event during severe weather… After landing, the flight tracking app reports it took three hours for the plane to get to the gate.” [Dave Statter/X, Matthew Cappucci/X]
Woman Knifed in Buckingham — “The female victim and male suspect, who are acquaintances, were inside a residence when they became involved in a verbal dispute. The dispute escalated to a physical altercation during which the suspect struck the victim, displayed a knife and struck her with it, resulting in a laceration.” [ACPD]
Remember to Lock Your Car — “DID YOU KNOW: July is National Vehicle Theft Prevention Month. Lock out crime today and every day with these simple tips.” [ACPD/Facebook]
An Arlington Burial — “Jack Felton knew that his father, U.S. Navy Signalman 3rd Class Petty Officer Carl Felton, had been present during the D-Day landings in World War II, but he did not know his role until 1998, when he took his father to see “Saving Private Ryan.” As the movie began and the words, “June 6, 1944, Dog Green Sector, Omaha Beach,” flashed onto the screen.” [Arlington National Cemetery]
Seven Corners Buildings Sold — “BoundTrain Real Estate LLC recently sold a pair of aging office buildings near Seven Corners… known as Lookout at 6400, located at 6400 and 6402 Arlington Blvd.” [WBJ]
Summer of Federal Firings — “Thousands of workers across 19 agencies, who received notice that they were being fired back in the spring, have been out on paid leave pending the results of the court challenge to their dismissals. The Supreme Court lifted a stay on their firings this week. Now these workers are just waiting for the axe to fall — again.” [Axios]
Gov. Touts AI Jobs — “Today, while speaking at Google’s Reston office, Governor Youngkin announced the launch of VirginiaHasJobs.com/AI – a new online AI Career Launch Pad to help Virginians explore, learn, and connect to high-demand AI and tech-related opportunities.” [Press Release, Gov. Glenn Youngkin/X]
It’s Wednesday — Expect showers and thunderstorms mainly after 5pm, with partly sunny skies and a high near 89. The heat index may reach 100, accompanied by a south wind of 5 to 9 mph. There’s a 60% chance of precipitations. Wednesday night, showers and thunderstorms are likely before 8pm, followed by mostly cloudy conditions and a low around 76. Southwest winds will be around 7 mph, and there’s a 60% chance of precipitation. [NWS]
Photo courtesy ksrjghkegkdhgkk
