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In 1996, Anthony Cohen embarked on a 750-mile walk from Maryland to Canada. Thirty years later, the historian will once again make that journey through America, retracing Harriet Tubman’s well-traveled path through the Underground Railroad. “I wanted to honor Black history, which is American history, and I wanted to travel and meet with everyday Americans,” Cohen said. His return to the trail comes as the nation celebrates its 250th anniversary. This time, Cohen’s on a mission to educate those about Tubman. The Weekend Scene 9 hours ago W. Kamau Bell brings ‘Who's With Me?' comedy tour to the DMV
4 things to know about the weather: Records likely Thursday, Saturday A bit cooler Friday Chilly, rainy Sunday Some 30s Tuesday morning All three of our major airports set new record highs Wednesday and are expected to do so again Thursday and maybe Saturday too. Skies will be a bit more cloudy Thursday and there will be a small chance for a passing shower or two from late Thursday evening until early Friday morning. Southwest winds Thursday will become northwest on Friday and that will help to hold temperatures down somewhat. Friday will be only about 15° above average whereas Thursday will be more like 25° above average. Saturday will be a bit more tricky of a temperature forecast as the wind turns back to the south and southeast ahead of a strong cold front that will arrive first thing Sunday morning. The D.C. metro area and much of the I-95 corridor are likely to be near 90° Saturday while a Bay breeze could keep Annapolis and much of the Western Shore
The family of a Prince George’s County girl is pleading for the public’s help to find 16-year-old Jamiya Dority, who has been missing more than 10 days. Jamiya was last seen April 4 in Suitland, Maryland. County police say she is considered a critical missing person. Her loved ones are desperate to bring her home. “She has a bubbly, outgoing personality; she loves to do hair,” her mother, Johniece Coleman, said. “She loves to TikTok,” her mom said. Videos shared by her family show Jamiya’s joyful spirit on display, showing her passion for dancing, hair and spending time with her loved ones. Her disappearance has been hard on those who know and love her. “It’s just like the house is empty and stuff,” her sister, Mariya Dority, said. Coleman says her 16-year-old daughter’s presence is missed. “We miss her energy at home,” Coleman said. “She’s very outgoing. We miss her energy.” Prince George’s County police say Jamiya,
4 things to know about the weather: The heat is on! Close to 90° Tuesday Records likely Wednesday & Thursday Cool, showery Sunday An impressive April heat wave arrives Tuesday. High pressure near Bermuda will pump unusually warm air out of the south and into the Mid-Atlantic leading to record, or near record, high temperatures. Most of the D.C. metro area will get close to 90° Tuesday afternoon and perhaps over 90° Wednesday and Thursday. Those would not only be daily records, but they could potentially reach 95°, which is the all-time record high for the month of April. D.C. has reached 95° in April four times. The last time was April 17, 2002. In addition to the heat, dry conditions combined with high pollen counts and breezy afternoons will have allergy sufferers reaching for their medicine. Download the NBC Washington app on iOS and Android to check the weather radar on the go. Heat wave ends next week A weak co
The Strokes announced a new world tour on Monday, including a June stop at Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, Maryland. Fresh off a performance at Coachella, the band unveiled a tour that will take them to North America, the UK, Europe and Japan starting in June and running through the fall. The tour kicks off on June 12 and includes the June 27 show outside Washington, D.C. Thundercat and Hamilton Leithauser are the openers. Further information and fan registration can be found at thestrokes.com, with presales beginning on Wednesday, April 15, and general on sale this Friday, April 17. You can also sign up here for the artist presale by Tuesday, April 14, at 9 a.m. “Reality Awaits,” the seventh studio album from The Strokes, is set to be released on June 26. The band released the first single from the album, “Going Shopping,” last week. Recorded in Costa Rica with producer Rick Rubin, it marks the band’s first new music since 2020. Ful
4 things to know about the weather: Getting hot this week Near record high temperatures Dry most days Shower chance Friday, storm chance Sunday After a few light showers, we are back to dry conditions that will continue for most of the week. Get ready for a taste of summer. Afternoon highs will be near 90 for the next few days, with the possibility of reaching or beating record highs. With mild mornings and hot afternoons, you will want to be smart about when you enjoy outdoor activities. Early in the morning or late in the evening will be best for strenuous activities. Practice heat safety and stay hydrated. If you are looking for rain, it will be hard to find this week. There is a chance for a shower or two Friday, and the next best chance for rain comes with a cold front Sunday. Showers and storms are likely Sunday. Stay with Storm Team4 for the latest. Download the NBC Washington app on iOS and Android to check the weather ra
4 things to know about the weather: Mild and breezy evening Elevated fire danger Monday Near record warmth this week Dry stretch continues After a beautiful day, conditions stay dry and mild tonight. Winds will be breezy this evening, gusting around 20 mph. There is an elevated fire danger for Monday because of low humidity and gusty winds. Winds will gust around 25 mph. Make sure you properly dispose of cigarettes, matches and any other flammable items in appropriate containers. Tomorrow will be a warm day with highs in the lower 80s. Warm air continues to pump into the area this week, and the DMV will see near-record-high temperatures, with many of us reaching the 90s. Download the NBC Washington app on iOS and Android to check the weather radar on the go. QuickCast TONIGHT:Partly cloudyWind: S 5-10LOW: Low 60s MONDAY:Sun and cloudsWind: SW 10-15 mphHIGH: Low 80s TUESDAY:Partly cloudyWind: SW 5-10 mphHIGH: Upper 80s
4 things to know about the weather: Chilly Sunday morning Sunny, dry afternoon Will feel like summer on Monday Record temperatures possible Wednesday and Thursday After a great Saturday with breezy conditions and above-normal temperatures in the 70s, we are going to wake up to a chilly morning on Sunday. Grab your light jackets if you need to head out early in the morning to walk the dog. Morning lows will be near-average in the upper 40s for the metro area. After a chilly start, Sunday is looking great for outdoor plans. Another great day with sunny skies, dry conditions and highs in the 70s. We are tracking a big warmup for next week! A strong ridge of high pressure is bringing summer-like heat starting on Monday, with highs in the 80s. Record temperatures are possible Wednesday and Thursday. Both days we could reach 91 degrees. We typically see our first 90 degree day by May 19. We might have a light rain chance on Monday afternoon, but most of
4 things to know about the weather: Near Perfect Friday Few Sprinkles Tonight Mild Weekend Heat Wave Next Week A chilly Friday morning with areas of frost for some and fog for others will turn into a perfectly nice, sunny and warm afternoon. Highs will be well up into the 70s this afternoon ahead of a weak cold front that will arrive late tonight. Clouds will increase Friday evening, and a few sprinkles of rain are possible as the front passes between 10 p.m. and 4 a.m. Those overnight clouds won’t last much past sunrise on Saturday, but they will help to hold overnight lows in the milder 50s. The remainder of your Saturday will be sunny and mild, but about 10° cooler than Friday. Things to Do DC 18 hours ago
Noah Lyles and Junelle Bromfield traded Olympics rings for wedding rings this past weekend. The Olympic stars tied the knot in a “magical” wedding in Trenton, Georgia, on Saturday. The wedding is the latest milestone in the athletes’ relationship, which began with Bromfield sending Lyles a spontaneous DM in 2018. “It led to a very long seven-year story of us eventually meeting, falling in love, being able to be with each other, not being able to be with each other and then finally getting into a relationship where we have always stayed together — and now have gotten married,” Lyles told Vogue, which got a behind-the-scenes look at the wedding. Bromfield wore a “clean, regal” wedding dress, while Lyles donned a deep chocolate suit to match the “All Shades of Melanin” theme. The bridesmaids and groomsmen also wore various shades of brown. “It was definitely a ceremony of unity,” Bromfield said. “It was
4 things to know about the weather: Chilly breeze Monday Even colder Tuesday Frost/freeze threat Tuesday night Warm by the weekend Sunday’s rain averaged 1/2 to 3/4 inches for the DMV and it’s a good thing we got it because there’s not another chance for rain coming for at least another week. High pressure over Minnesota will push another cold front through the area Monday night bringing a frost/freeze concern by Tuesday night. Highs Monday afternoon will fall about 5-8° below average with most of the region topping out close to 60°. That’s going to feel a bit chilly after being in the 80s for three out of the last five days. Steady northwest winds will remain up near 15 mph which will counteract the sunshine. Clouds will increase Monday evening as the cold front approaches but the air at the surface is too dry to support any chances for rain. Download the NBC Washington app on iOS and Android to check the weather radar on the go.
4 things to know about the weather: Rain out, cooler air in Chilly Monday morning Freeze likely Wednesday morning Sunny and dry week The showers have moved out, and dry conditions are back to stay for a while. Cooler air is working its way in and will be felt the most in the upcoming mornings. Make sure the kids have a jacket at the bus stop in the morning. Temperatures will be in the 40s. Monday will have a nice afternoon with highs near seasonal averages, in the low to mid 60s. Expect lots of sunshine this week, so you can put the umbrella away. That does not mean we will have the heat to go along with the sunshine. Tuesday and Wednesday will be chilly, though sunny. Highs midweek will be in the mid 50s and lows are expected to drop into the 30s. Freeze is possible overnight, so give extra care to your plants, and bring potted plants indoors. Temperatures will make a nice climb in time for the weekend. Highs will rise above average into the 70s. Downlo
UConn got another critical 3-pointer from Braylon Mullins and coach Dan Hurley’s Huskies are heading back to the national title game, beating Illinois 71-62 in the Final Four on Saturday night as they seek their third championship in four seasons. Tarris Reed Jr. had 17 points and 11 rebounds, while the fabulous freshman Mullins scored 15 for the Huskies (34-5), who rode strong inside play and tough defense to their 19th straight victory in the Sweet 16 or later rounds of the NCAA Tournament. UConn will face Arizona or Michigan on Monday night as it seeks its seventh title, all since 1999, and third under Hurley, who would become the only active coach with more than two. Mullins, whose buzzer-beating 3-pointer sent the Huskies past Duke and into the Final Four, hit a 3 with 52 seconds left that gave UConn a 66-59 lead. Freshman Keaton Wagler had 20 points and eight rebounds to lead the Fighting Illini (28-9), who reached their first Final Four since losing t
Saturday will be the pick of the weekend, with a mix of sun and clouds, along with near-record warmth during the afternoon and early evening. We could see our temperatures Saturday warm to the mid-80s. The record high for April 4 is 85°. Regardless, it’s looking like a really nice day. Dry conditions continue for Washington through the early morning hours Easter Sunday. Showers move in from the west around midday, and widespread rain continues through the early afternoon, clearing out before sunset. Highs will warm to near 70°. On Monday, we are cooler with highs in the low 60s, and by Tuesday and Wednesday, we’re tracking chilly conditions, so make sure you keep your coat close. Download the NBC Washington app on iOS and Android to check the weather radar on the go. QuickCast SATURDAY:Sun & cloudsWind: S 5-10 mphHIGH: Mid 80s SUNDAY:ShowersWind: W 5-10 mphGusts @ 20 mphHIGH: Low 70s MONDAY:Mostly sunnyWind: NW 5-10
4 things to know about the weather: Mild evening, calm night Near-record warmth Saturday Showers for Easter Sunday Cooler temperatures next week If you have any Friday night plans, expect conditions to be mild and quiet. Saturday will be the pick of the weekend, with a mix of sun and clouds, along with near-record warmth during the afternoon and early evening. Highs will be in the mid 80s. The record high for April 4 is 85°. Take advantage of Saturday’s conditions, because Sunday brings changes. Showers will come with a cold front; then cooler air will settle in behind it for the start of the workweek. Showers will move from west to east on Easter Sunday. For the metro area, showers will start late Sunday morning and will be widespread through midday, ending in the afternoon. By Sunday evening before sunset, all rain is expected to be gone, and cooler air will start to work its way in. Temperatures will dwindle each day for the first half of the workw
4 things to know about the weather: Scattered storms and rain tonight Much cooler Thursday Warm again Friday, Saturday Rain likely on Easter After another day of unusually warm weather, there’s a chance for rain and some thunderstorms to roll through Wednesday evening. Storms could pop up in the D.C. area between 4 and 7 p.m. The biggest concern is for heavy rainfall and gusty winds. Heavier rain is possible later during the overnight hours. Our taste of summer-like weather will be briefly interrupted Thursday. A cold front coming down the Eastern Seaboard will push a wedge of much cooler air into our area Thursday. Cloudy skies and east/northeast winds will make for a very challenging temperatures forecast. Highs on Thursday will stay mostly in the 50s to low 60s on the northeast side of the D.C. metro area while farther down to the southwest could still reach into the low to mid-70s. There’s also a chance for some light rain or drizzle Thursday
4 things to know about the weather: Warmer pattern returns Storms likely Wednesday PM Rain likely Easter Sunday Much cooler next week As we say goodbye to March, the weather is feeling more like June — and those summer-like temperatures are expected to last into Easter Sunday. It surpassed 80° Tuesday afternoon for the fourth time this March, making it one of the warmest Marches since 1872. Highs on Wednesday are likely to be within a degree of tying or breaking the current records. DCA & BWI were 88° and IAD was 85° on April 1, 1978. What will be different about Wednesday is the risk for some strong to possibly even severe storms by late afternoon and early evening. Download the NBC Washington app on iOS and Android to check the weather radar on the go. Differing temperatures on Thursday The toughest day to forecast will be Thursday. With a warm front laying right over our area, there’s likely to be a very big temper
Savannah Guthrie will be returning to TODAY and has opened up about her decision to come back to “this beautiful place that we call home.” In the third part of Savannah’s interview with Hoda Kotb that aired on TODAY March 27, the TODAY co-anchor spoke about why she is coming back amidst the ongoing search for her missing mother, Nancy Guthrie. Hoda shared that Savannah’s first day back will be Monday, April 6, the day after Easter. It will mark her first in-studio appearance on the show since Jan. 30, which was two days before her mother was reported missing from her home in Arizona. “It’s hard to imagine doing it because it’s such a place of joy and lightness, and I can’t come back and try to be something that I’m not,” Savannah said. “But I can’t not come back, because it’s my family. I think it’s part of my purpose right now.” “I want to smile. And when I do, it will be real,” she continued. “I will have joy. And my joy will be my protest. My joy will be my ans
The Montgomery County Board of Education approved a block of plans that will bring major changes to the school system, including a controversial decision to relocate Thomas Wootton High School in Rockville to a site under construction in the Crown area of Gaithersburg. Board member Julie Yang was the only “no” vote Thursday evening. The vote followed a boundary and utilization study ordered by Superintendent Thomas Taylor. Now approved: The reopening of Charles W. Woodward High School and the expansion of Northwood High School; The establishment of a regional approach to secondary programs designed to essentially spread out and expand what historically has been offered in highly sought-after magnet programs; And the relocation of Wootton High School. The Wootton decision roiled the community. Parents and students on both sides of the issue disagreed on how to handle the fact the school — built in 1971 — has a crumbling physical plant and is long overdue for
4 things to know about the weather: Rainy Monday morning Dry, blustery afternoon Freeze for many Monday night More rain Friday Monday’s highs occured before sunrise following a very mild overnight. Dulles set a new record high of 86° Sunday afternoon. Temperatures fell from the mid 60s at 3 a.m. down into the 50s mid-Monday morning. Gusty northwest winds, near 40 mph at times, will push out the clouds and bring back the sunshine for the afternoon. Temperatures should recover to near 60° before nosediving after sunset. By Tuesday morning, most areas north and west of I-95 will be below freezing, while urban centers and southern Maryland stay near 35°. Tuesday will be sunny and chilly, with highs around 50° but at least the wind won’t be an issue. Tuesday night into Wednesday will also be quite cold, but with less of a freeze threat. South winds finally will return Wednesday, so highs will get back near 60°, which is our seasonal average. Download the NBC
4 things to know about the weather: Very warm Sunday Storms late Sunday night Jackets needed to start new workweek Late week rain chance The cherry blossoms are in Stage 4, the peduncle elongation stage! Sunday will be a great day to head to the Tidal Basin to get your glance at the latest stage. There will be a mix of sun and clouds with very warm temperatures. Highs Sunday will reach near 80 degrees. A cold front is on the way. Sunday night, the front will spark showers and storms as it moves out of Pennsylvania toward the southeast. You could hear rumbles of thunder and pinging of hail as you try to sleep. There could even be severe thunderstorms, so have a reliable way to receive severe storm warnings, even as you sleep. The storms are expected to march through the DMV overnight and clear shortly after sunrise in time for the bus stop and morning rush. Clouds will clear, and cooler air pours in behind the front. There will be a noticeable difference in te
4 things to know about the weather: Grab The Umbrella Rainy Evening Ahead Dry For The Weekend Nice & Warm On Sunday A fast-moving cold front is on the way, and it is expected to bring a round of rain showers to the DMV Friday evening. Rain is likely to reach the I-81 corridor between 3-5 p.m. and the I-95 corridor between 4-6 p.m. Ahead of the rain, it will be mild and breezy with temperatures nearing 70°. Things to Do DC 18 hours ago The Weekend Scene: How to welcome spring in the DC area, through March 22 H