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UFC White House event contends with weather

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3 weeks ago

June 15, 2026

UFC White House event contends with weather

WASHINGTON (7News) — With thousands of spectators expected to attend the UFC fights at The White House, fans had to fight the weather while awaiting the much-anticipated event.

Fight night on Sunday was preceded by excitement in the hours leading up to the first bout.

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“Everywhere you walk, people have American flags; they’re excited about the fights,” said David Klimek.

The heat and humidity blanketed the nation’s capital throughout the day.

Event staff handed out free water bottles along the path leading to the security screening area.

“We’re probably just going to find a bar or a watch party, maybe get out of the heat a little bit. They were giving out free waters. That was cool. I wasn’t expecting that,” said Nathan Willingham.

Klimek echoed this sentiment, telling 7News, “It’s just too hot out here. We try to have water, but you’re standing in the sun, so we did the best we can.”

It wasn’t just the heat that played a role on Sunday.

The possibility of storms also had fans making plans in case they had to find cover.

“We planned to just wait it out right in the rain. But for the lightning, we were just going to follow the crowd, see where people go. I heard they were going to come back when it’s over, so we just trusted the organizers to keep us safe,” Klimek said.

Ethan Ragland told 7News, “I think we’re just going to go to a bar, just watch the fight there if that happens. That’s the ‘plan B,’ I guess.”

In the days leading up to the fights, public safety officials ramped up security measures.

That included road closures all around the National Mall.

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“I think they did a really good job of setting up all of the infrastructure. They got a lot of police. It seems like it’s pretty safe,” Willingham said. “I was worried about the possibility of some dangerous stuff, but it seems like it’s very, very secure.”

Many roads will remain closed through Monday evening.

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Question of the week: What does Santana Moss think of Washington’s WR depth?

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2 hours ago

July 6, 2026

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Question of the week: What does Santana Moss think of Washington’s WR depth?

The Washington Commanders are looking for a bounce back performance from their offense, and they’ll need their wide receivers to take a step up to do so.

Terry McLaurin is the clear No. 1 option at the position, but after him, there are several questions about how the rest of the room will shake out. The No. 2 spot is wide open, and there are several players who could fit the role and others in David Blough’s new scheme. Analysts Santana Moss, Logan Paulsen and Fred Smoot broke down the position on one of the most recent “Command Center” podcast episodes, and as one of the franchise’s all-time best receivers, Moss had a few thoughts on the group. Here’s his assessment on three wideouts and how they could fit into the offense.

“Knowing that he can play both outside and inside, I would think with some of the guys and their size and their experience, I would mainly probably see Antonio attack that middle. I think his route running ability is already to the level of some of these guys who have already played at this level. And just showing me that you don’t look like that this is new to you … He ain’t scared to go out and compete against these guys. To me — and we don’t know anything; we’re just sitting here speculating and assuming — I’d say he’s a slot guy out the gate.”

“I think if I had to just say if I look at that paper, and I asked any coach in this building by name how they think this guy played…if you tell me that Burks played well this offseason, he would be my No. 2 out the gate. He would be my No. 2 wide receiver because one: he brings size, he brings speed, he brings a gear at that size that a lot of people ain’t comfortable checking … You got a guy with size, leaping ability, the catch radius and can run.”

“They talk about how he was one of those guys from Day 1 that could play every position, and that’s stemming from him being a quarterback. Quarterbacks learn the game a little different from just a regular skill position guy. Luke came in here, and he knew X, he knew Z, he knew Gator. When you have those intangibles and you have that kind of mindset when it comes to playing that position, they can use him where they want to use him. That’s why I said he’s a great committee guy. He’s a guy that I know I’m gonna have on special teams as a returner, and guess what? If he’s not the starter, I’m okay with that because I know I’m going to ask more of him if somebody needs to take a breather.

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Georgia featured at Great American State Fair in Washington, D.C.

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12 hours ago

July 6, 2026

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Georgia featured at Great American State Fair in Washington, D.C.

WASHINGTON — The Great American State Fair in Washington, D.C., is featuring Georgia among its participating states. The fair had to close for several hours Friday because of the heat, but reopened to visitors.

Georgia’s booth showcases the state’s No. 1 industry: agriculture. The display focuses on peaches, peanuts, Vidalia onions and poultry.

One fairgoer said Georgia’s agricultural offerings were a surprise.

“I was not aware that you did eggs in Georgia. I should have figured that out since Waffle House is pretty much in every town, but that was a learning, and then, of course going along with eggs is chickens,” the attendee said.

All states are represented at the fair, though not all are participating directly.

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Weather Alert: Storms move into DMV area

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22 hours ago

July 5, 2026

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Weather Alert: Storms move into DMV area

Storm Team4 is tracking severe thunderstorms, flood watches and flash flood warnings. See all weather alerts here.

4 things to know about the weather:

Strong storms and downpours taper off as a cooler pattern settles into the DMV
Temperatures fall back below normal for early July with highs mainly in the 80s
Periods of clouds and scattered showers/storms remain possible through midweek
Humidity stays up there, but the dangerous heat is taking a break (thank goodness)

After a heat wave and some strong thunderstorms, the weather pattern across Washington and the DMV turns noticeably less hot this week.

A frontal boundary settling south of the region will bring cooler temperatures, more clouds, and periodic chances for showers through midweek. While it won’t be a washout, keep the umbrella nearby as unsettled conditions linger. Temperatures remain much more comfortable compared to the recent heat wave.

Download the NBC Washington app on iOS and Android to check the weather radar on the go.

QuickCast

MONDAY
Mostly cloudy with scattered showers and storms possible
A few pockets of heavier rain cannot be ruled out
Humid, but significantly cooler. Heat Index and low 90s
Wind: East to northeast 5–10 mph
Chance of rain: 50%
Highs: 85° to 89°

MONDAY NIGHT
Mostly cloudy with a few lingering showers
Mild and humid
Wind: Light
Lows: 71°–74°

TUESDAY
Mostly cloudy and cooler
Showers still possible
Less intense humidity compared to previous days
Highs: 82°–86°

WEDNESDAY
Mostly cloudy with a few breaks of sun; highs in the lower 80s
A few showers possible

THURSDAY
Warmer and more humid as sunshine returns
Scattered afternoon storms possible