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Biden to deliver eulogy at Ethel Kennedy memorial service in DC

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3 months ago

October 16, 2024

Biden to deliver eulogy at Ethel Kennedy memorial service in DC

As the Bay State continues to honor the life of Ethel Kennedy, our nation’s leaders plan to pay their respects on Wednesday.

There will be a memorial service for the late Kennedy matriarch in Washington D.C., where President Joe Biden will delivery a eulogy. Biden has called Kennedy a dear friend following her passing, adding that “she had a spine of steel and heart of gold that inspired millions.”

Among those expected to attend and pay homage to the trailblazer are former president Barack Obama and former president Bill Clinton alongside her family and friends.

Since Kennedy’s death last Thursday, renewed light has been cast on her legacy and accomplishments. The wife of Senator Robert F. Kennedy, she raised 11 children after her husband’s 1968 assassination. She was a staunch advocate for environmental ethics, gun control and poverty reduction. Her commitment to social justice was evident as she founded the Robert F. Kennedy Center for Justice and Human Rights.

The service will begin at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle, according to the Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights organization.

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Federal offices in DC area closed for snowstorm

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4 hours ago

January 5, 2025

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Federal offices in DC area closed for snowstorm

Federal offices in the D.C. area will be closed Monday but telework and remote employees will be expected to work, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) announced Sunday night.

Non-telework employees will receive weather and safety leave for the number of hours they were scheduled to work today, OPM said.

However, leave won’t be granted to employees who are on official travel outside of the duty station, who are on an Alternative Work Schedule (AWS) day off or who have another non-workday.

Emergency employees are expected to report to their worksites unless otherwise directed by their agencies, OPM said.

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DC mayor declares snow emergency ahead of major winter storm

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11 hours ago

January 5, 2025

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DC mayor declares snow emergency ahead of major winter storm

Winter Storm Warning

from SUN 10:00 PM EST until TUE 1:00 AM EST, Warren County, Fairfax County, Northern Fauquier County, Arlington/Falls Church/Alexandria, Frederick County, Anne Arundel County, Northwest Montgomery County, Central and Southeast Montgomery County, Carroll County, Washington County, Prince George’s County, District of Columbia, Berkeley County

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TIMELINE: Snow begins Sunday night, DC area to receive several inches Monday

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19 hours ago

January 5, 2025

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TIMELINE: Snow begins Sunday night, DC area to receive several inches Monday

WASHINGTON (7News) — The first winter storm of the year and this winter season arrives tonight with developing snow showers from the west. Plan for snow to last through the day on Monday before ending Monday night.

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for the entire D.C. and Baltimore metro areas starting Sunday evening through Monday night.

HERE’S THE TIMELINE OF STORM

Sunday 8 p.m. – midnight: Snow moves in from the west
Monday 12 a.m. – 10 a.m.: Snow, heavy at times
Monday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.: Snow ends in some areas, sleet mixing in south of I-66
Monday 4 p.m. – 10 p.m.: Leftover snow showers on the back side of the low-pressure center

LATEST FORECAST | WATCH RADAR

HOW MUCH SNOW CAN YOU EXPECT?
Skies will be mostly clear through about the first half of Sunday, with clouds increasing after noon. Snow will increase from the south beginning around 10 p.m.

Expect a wide swath of the D.C. metro area to get anywhere from 4 to 8 inches of snow, with locally higher amounts south of I-66, and lighter amounts in central and northern Maryland.

Most of Sunday remains dry but chilly with high temperatures in the middle 30s.

HOW TO PREPARE

The primary hazards of this storm will be the impacts on travel.

If you must drive, plan for slick roads, especially elevated roads, that will be very dangerous to drive on. Officials are asking that area residents stay home or off the roads.

Flight delays and cancellations are also likely through Monday.

Power outages could also be an issue.

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin issued a state of emergency, while Maryland Gov. Wes Moore issued a state of preparedness.

Sidewalks and driveways could also get slick for those walking outside with pets or to get to Metro.

Amtrak has already canceled some trains based on the forecast.

Refreeze could also be an issue Tuesday morning.

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