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(Washington, DC)  —   The Washington area is in for a soaking today and people living in low-lying areas have been getting ready for the chance of flooding. The City of Alexandria and the District have been handing out sandbags to area residents who are concerned about rising waters.    To prepare for the storm, Metro […]

Oscar Award-winning actress and singer Jennifer Hudson came through the My Majic 102.3 studios on Wednesday and not only chopped it up with Cortney Hicks but also gave a performance of a lifetime at the My Majic Velvet room showcase. See the highlights below and check back for complete videos of the performance and interview […]

More DC police officers face charges after a weekend burglary sting. Officer Jennifer Green was arrested Monday and charged with receiving stolen goods. According to published reports, at least three more officers from the Fourth District were arrested yesterday. They’re accusing of buying hot items, including iPods and other electronics. Copyright © 2011 Metro Networks […]

Heavy rain is heading our way and the Washington area is preparing for the potential of flooding.  The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for DC and surrounding areas from this evening through tomorrow night.  Forecasters say some areas could see as much as three inches of rain.  Flooding could occur, especially in […]

Should Police Officers Receive Harsher Sentences For Committing Crimes? That’s what we are asking after hearing that a MPD officer was busted in a burglary ring sting. We asked the question on Twitter and here is what we heard. “yep they should give cops more time because they are suppose to be held to a higher […]

Undated) — Skippy peanut butter is being recalled in 16 states due to concerns over Salmonella contamination. The recall is limited, but includes Skippy Reduced Fat Creamy Peanut Butter and the brand’s Reduced Fat Super Chunk spread. Specifics on the recall can be found on Skippy’s website. Customers should throw out the jar and contact […]

(Washington, DC) –. The president of the University of the District of Columbia is scheduled to testify this afternoon before the DC Council Dr. Allen Sessoms will answer questions regarding his high-priced travel expenses. Records show he has spent thousands of university dollars on trips, including nearly eight-thousand dollars to fly one-way to Egypt and 14-hundred […]

(Washington, DC)  —  A strike by nurses at Washington Hospital Center is set to begin at 7 a.m.  Nurses say the stand-off is about patient care, but the hospital says it’s about money. While most issues have been resolved, one sticking point is differential or hardship pay for working overnights or weekends.  Right now, the hospital […]

The President of the University of the District of Columbia will soon face the City Council to answer for his high-priced travel expenses. Dr. Allen Sessoms has spent thousands of university dollars for trips, including nearly eight-thousand dollars to fly one-way to Egypt and Council wants to hear more about his spending habits at a […]

Seven former and current Zeta Phi Beta sorority members from the University of Maryland have been charged with assault in alleged hazing incidents. The women were charged Wednesday after a student who was pledging the sorority in October claims she was assaulted on several different occasions. The victim says she was repeatedly punched, hit with […]

The Washington Examiner has posted a list of the 10 most dangerous Metro stations, based on crime statistics. See ABC  7’s video.

(Washington, DC)  —  Women’s History Month kicks off today with a conference in Washington, DC on the impact of First Ladies.  The seminar will include talks from the former chiefs of staff to Michelle Obama, Laura Bush and Hillary Clinton.  Historians, authors and journalists will round out panel discussions on the role and influence of the […]