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Broad-daylight shooting injuries 3 adults in Northeast DC
WASHINGTON – The Metropolitan Police Department is responding to a shooting in Northeast that left three adults injured.
Police are in the area of the 1200 block of Mount Olivet Road for reports of a shooting. According to police, three adults were located conscious and breathing. Police say the men are suffering from non-life-threatening injuries at this time.
Police are looking for a four-door black Nissan Altima that could be linked to the incident. The left side of the driver’s window is smashed.
No word on the number of suspects involved. Police remain on the scene.
This remains an ongoing investigation. Stay with FOX 5 for updates and more information.
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RFK Stadium officially set to be demolished
It’s time: RFK Stadium, simultaneously an endearing vault of decades of sports fan nostalgia and a rusting behemoth on the banks of the Anacostia River, is officially set for demolition.
The National Park Service gave the green light for the demolition in an announcement Thursday, saying that after evaluating the demolition’s impact on the “natural, cultural and human environment,” federal officials determined it was okay to proceed. Officials said in an April 29 report that demolishing the stadium would have “no significant impact” and that steps would be taken to “avoid and minimize negative effects.”
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Around the Beltway: Moped rules
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Republican lawmakers urge DC leaders to clear growing GWU protest encampment
WASHINGTON – On Wednesday, members of Congress visited the George Washington University campus to observe the pro-Palestinian protest firsthand.
The Republican lawmakers are calling on D.C. leaders to clear the encampment.
Last Thursday, when the protest began at GWU, there were about two dozen tents on a portion of the University Yard – and nearly a week later – over a hundred tents covered the entire area, spilling over onto H Street — forcing police to block off a section of the road.
Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-CO) uses a bullhorn to be heard over the crowd noise during a press conference at the George Washington University Gaza encampment, Washington, DC, May 1, 2024. Hundreds of students opposed to the far-right Republicans who visi
FOX 5 asked organizers when they plan on leaving, and they said they’ll go when their demands are met.
Pro-Palestinian supporters want immediate disclosure of all investments and endowments of the university, and divestment of all funds related to Israel and academic partnerships.
Across the country, there have been similar demonstrations at several universities, with some turning violent – students and police clashing – leading to arrests.
Since the beginning of this demonstration, leaders at GWU stated that the encampment was unauthorized.
Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL) speaks with reporters as he and other far-right Republican members of the House Oversight Committee visit the George Washington University Gaza encampment, Washington, DC, May 1, 2024. GWU students established the camp the p
Republican members of the House Oversight Committee stopped by the yard Wednesday to check out the demonstration.
“You’re not allowed to camp out on the lawn of the university, said Rep. Byron Donalds, one of the Republican members of the House Oversight Committee who stopped by the yard Wednesday to check out the demonstration. “The president has asked for the encampment to be disbursed. That is trespassing. Now Muriel Bowser needs to step up and support GWU.”
According to reports, GWU asked the Metropolitan Police Department for assistance to take down the encampment last week, but Mayor Bowser denied the request.
D.C. Council Chair Phil Mendelson told FOX 5 on his way to the encampment, that he didn’t have any information regarding the mayor’s actions.
“What public safety leaders have learned over the years is that it’s important to handle this kind of protest carefully, so it doesn’t escalate,” Mendelson said.
A Washington, DC, police officer stands on duty at a Gaza solidarity encampment at George Washington University, Washington, DC, April, 29, 2024. GWU students have maintained the encampment for four days in conjunction with other DC-area universities
Across from the yard filled with tents are pro-Israel supporters holding the Israeli flag.
“If you look at Jewish history, 6 million of us died in Europe, and it’s sad to see the signs here that say ‘Jews should go back to Europe’ which is their homeland,” said Gabe Mahfar, a GWU freshman.
“I need to be here to support my people. It’s as simple as that,” added Matt Engel, another pro-Israel supporter.
In a statement sent to FOX 5, the Metropolitan Police Department spokesperson said, “MPD regularly supports peaceful First Amendment activities through the District of Columbia. MPD does not comment on operational tactics and procedures. The George Washington University Police Department has the lead in the response to First Amendment demonstrations occurring on GWU grounds. Since Thursday, MPD has stood in support of its response. Demonstrations are also occurring on public spaces adjacent to the university. MPD will continue to monitor this First Amendment activity, both on and off GWU property. This activity has remained peaceful.”
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