White House Flyover Today — From AlertDC: “The US Military will conduct an Aircraft Flyover in the NCR over the White House on Thursday, September 24, 2026, at approximately 11:55AM.”
Amazon Throws Met Park Homecoming — Amazon Community Day returns to Metropolitan Park (510 14th Street S.) Saturday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., promising “a spirited morning of family-friendly fun inspired by the nostalgia and excitement of fall homecoming.” Admission is free, but advance registration is encouraged. [ARLnow]
Spanberger Wants Federal AI Rules — Gov. Abigail Spanberger (D) is urging Congress to create federal AI rules. “It is absolute negligence at the federal level that we do not have a Congress that is working aggressively… to put an initial framework of regulation in place,” she told WTOP. [WTOP]
Passenger Shot on I-66 — A rear-seat passenger in an SUV was injured by an apparent gunshot Tuesday night on eastbound I-66 near Nutley Street outside Vienna, according to Virginia State Police. The injuries are considered non-life-threatening, and the incident remains under investigation. [FFXnow]
Descano Draws Primary Challenger — Former federal prosecutor Brittany Dunn-Pirio will challenge Fairfax County Commonwealth’s Attorney Steve Descano (D), who faces congressional and Justice Department inquiries, in the June 2027 Democratic primary. [FFXnow]
Soaking Brings Drought Relief — “Since Monday afternoon, 1 to 3 inches of rain has fallen across much of the DC area — one of our wettest stretches of the year. The rain has pushed DC to near 4 inches for September and brought more relief to drought-stricken areas.” [Capital Weather/X]
Nor’easter Skirts Region — An “unusually powerful” early-season nor’easter should keep the D.C. area on its fringes, bringing gusty winds and minor tidal flooding to the area. The storm’s worst impacts are expected in New England. [Capital Weather]
It’s Thursday — Expect partly sunny skies today with a high near 66 and northeast winds around 13 mph, gusting up to 22 mph. A coastal flood advisory for the Arlington and Alexandria shoreline runs until 2 p.m., followed by a coastal flood watch from this afternoon through Friday morning. Partly cloudy tonight with a low around 52. [NWS]
New Legal Notice — Wine and beer on/off ABC permit application for business in Shirlington. [Public Notices]
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