Mary de Pompa
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Interactive Traffic + Transit Reporter @WTOP Radio @WTOPtraffic, musician, producer, audiophile, artist, traffic geek vying to take small talk up a notch.
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Joined December 2013
For the first time, the five-year survival rate for all cancers has reached 70 percent, according to a new report, a trend that reflects the effectiveness of early prevention and detection strategies, and advancements in treatment and care, experts say. https://t.co/D5aQG74opp
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BREAKING!! 🚨: U.S. Department of Energy and NASA are working to develop a nuclear reactor on the Moon by 2030 Documents say it would provide reliable, abundant power to sustain future missions and ultimately permanent bases 🌕
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Get ready for a BIG temperature drop. Highs in the 50s today w/ maybe a passing shower, then a strong cold front could briefly change evening rain showers to overnight snow showers. We tumble into 20s by Thurs morning. Thurs wind chills in teens & 20s. Full forecast:
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ICYMI: NEW traffic pattern will be in effect on southbound I-95 at MD 24 (Ex 77) beginning the week of Jan. 19. Traffic will be split — 1 lane to the left and 3 lanes to the right of barrier walls just south of the MD 24 interchange. Details here https://t.co/ax0gt0IJFx
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Crooked Beat Records in Alexandria’s Del Ray neighborhood is trying to figure out its next steps after the building it’s in flooded.
nbcwashington.com
It’s one of the last things a business owner wants to deal with — a pipe bursting and a store flooding. Crooked Beat Records, a popular record store in Alexandria’s Del Ray neighborhood, is trying to...
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Multiple thefts overnight from vehicles in Silver Spring, one thief caught with stolen packages as well. More suspects outstanding... Last night (1/12/26 into 1/13/26) and into the morning multiple vehicles were broken into in the Castle Blvd area. A sharp eyed community member
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Renovations are underway at the Analog Market in downtown Silver Spring, and Bump 'n Grind Coffee owner David Fogel is working to open the unique community space at 923 Gist Ave. this year.
sourceofthespring.com
Renovations are underway at the Analog Market in downtown Silver Spring, and Bump ‘n Grind Coffee owner David Fogel is working to open the unique community space at 923 Gist Ave. this year.
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Join the 16,000+ customers enrolled in Metro Lift. This program offers 50% off bus and rail trips for DC, Maryland, and Virginia customers enrolled in SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program). Signing up is easy! See if you qualify ➡️ : https://t.co/7SQUPSwsSZ
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A powerful cyclone hit the Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia this morning, with winds reaching up to 30 m/s. Authorities urged residents to stay indoors.
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Starting at 7 am, Sligo Creek Parkway will be closed between Wayne Avenue and Piney Branch Road to allow a tree crew to safely remove a tree. We will update when it’s reopened.
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Rain chances return today with accumulating snow over the mountains tonight into Thursday morning as a strong cold front crosses. Gusty winds and cold temperatures are expected on Thursday.
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BEWARE: Park in front of a fire hydrant...and @dcfireems will find a way THROUGH your car. They sent out this 'gentle reminder' from a house fire in Southeast where one resident was displaced Tuesday night.
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On this day in 1982, a winter storm turned tragic over Washington. During a heavy snowstorm, an Air Florida jet crashed into the 14th Street Bridge shortly after takeoff from National Airport, killing 78 people and plunging vehicles and passengers into the icy Potomac River.
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🚨URGENT WARNING: Deadly, likely illegally imported Chinese replacement air bag inflators killed two more drivers in December. If your used vehicle has ever had an air bag replaced, you should have it inspected NOW. More: https://t.co/H9463Dz4d6
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Breaking: After a historic 19-season run in Pittsburgh, Mike Tomlin just informed his team that he is stepping down as the Steelers head coach, sources tell @JFowlerESPN and me. The Steelers now will be looking for only their fourth head coach since 1969.
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A night of stars over Virginia ✨🌌 Capital Weather Gang reader Russell Moy headed out to Sky Meadows State Park in Virginia Monday night and came back with some stunning views of the night sky. 📸 The first image is a long-exposure photograph revealing star trails — circular
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Aaron Rodgers throws a touchdown on his final play. What a career for one of the 🐐s https://t.co/61S9uhqW0P
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When submitting a complaint on MC311, social media, or our website, it's important to include date and time, location or bus stop number, bus or route number, and direction or destination of the route in order to ensure we can properly investigate.
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Is your WSSC Water bill past due? Financial assistance is available! Collections outreach and late fees have resumed. Act now! Learn more and apply today at https://t.co/p4DzMdFQPb
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Itinerary Change: Our team has completed a mechanical assessment, and unfortunately, Train 119 is now canceled between Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Washington (WAS). Customers are encouraged to rebook to the next available service. We sincerely apologize for any
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