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Melvin Johnson, 27, Sentenced in Crack Distribution and Illegal Possession of a Glock and a ‘Ghost Gun’
Melvin Johnson, 27, Sentenced in Crack Distribution and Illegal Possession of a Glock and a ‘Ghost Gun’

Was on pre-trial release on the charge for carrying a loaded pistol without a license.

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COURTSThe Advoc8teAugust 22, 2025SENTENCED Comment
Andre Rushing, 23, Sentenced for Spree of Carjackings and Armed Robberies
Andre Rushing, 23, Sentenced for Spree of Carjackings and Armed Robberies

Spree stopped when they were arrested in Fairfax County on March 30, 2023.

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The Advoc8teAugust 22, 2025Comment
Reframing Anacostia: Challenging Racist Narratives of Crime and Community
Reframing Anacostia: Challenging Racist Narratives of Crime and Community

Here we go again. Equating black communities with dangerous.

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EDITORIALThe Advoc8teAugust 21, 2025ANACOSTIA Comments
August 21 | Traffic Advisory: Capitol View Library Back to School Community Day
August 21 | Traffic Advisory: Capitol View Library Back to School Community Day

There will be parking restrictions and street closures.

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MPDThe Advoc8teAugust 21, 2025traffic advisoryComment
August 22 | Email Etiquette Workshop
August 22 | Email Etiquette Workshop

This workshop is free and will be held in-person.

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CLASSESThe Advoc8teAugust 21, 2025DCHAComment
August 23 | Folding Fan Workshop at the Anacostia Museum
August 23 | Folding Fan Workshop at the Anacostia Museum

Using lace, fabric, sequins, gems, and other provided materials.

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FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teAugust 21, 2025ANACOSTIA MUSEUMComment
August 23 | 4th Annual Oxon Run Day
August 23 | 4th Annual Oxon Run Day

Live music, performances, vendors, resources and more!

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FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teAugust 21, 2025Oxon Run ParkComment
August 23 | Late Skate Go-Go Karaoke in Anacostia Park
August 23 | Late Skate Go-Go Karaoke in Anacostia Park

Free shuttle from the Anacostia Metro station!

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FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teAugust 21, 2025ANACOSTIA PARKANACOSTIA PARKComment
August 25 - 29 | Temporary Lane Closures on Kenilworth Avenue Freeway
August 25 - 29 | Temporary Lane Closures on Kenilworth Avenue Freeway

Traffic controls, including signage, will be in place to guide motorists safely.

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DDOTThe Advoc8teAugust 21, 2025traffic advisoryComment
E Street Bridge Housing Program, the District’s Second Non-Congregate Bridge Housing Program
E Street Bridge Housing Program, the District’s Second Non-Congregate Bridge Housing Program

Part of the overall transformation of the District’s shelter system.

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The Advoc8teAugust 21, 2025Comment
Home for Sale | 2256 High Street, SE #3 - $480,000
Home for Sale | 2256 High Street, SE #3 - $480,000

2-bedroom, 2-bathroom Anacostia condo next to the Frederick Douglass National Historic Site.

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The Advoc8teAugust 21, 2025Comment
Home for Sale | 1724 W Street, SE - $439,999
Home for Sale | 1724 W Street, SE - $439,999

4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home with private off-street parking.

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REAL ESTATEThe Advoc8teAugust 21, 2025HOME FOR SALEComment
Jermaine Knight, 36, Sentenced for Assaulting a Fellow Inmate
Jermaine Knight, 36, Sentenced for Assaulting a Fellow Inmate

Defendant Was Awaiting Trial for a Firearms Charge When He Beat and Strangled a Man

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COURTSThe Advoc8teAugust 21, 2025SENTENCEDComment
Nyjell Outler, 22, Sentenced for Fatal Shooting at a Gender-Reveal Party
Nyjell Outler, 22, Sentenced for Fatal Shooting at a Gender-Reveal Party

The judge sentenced the defendant to a total of 35 years of incarceration.

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COURTSThe Advoc8teAugust 21, 2025HOMICIDE, SENTENCINGComment
August 20 | Legacy Reclaimed: A Gathering for Returning Citizen Men
August 20 | Legacy Reclaimed: A Gathering for Returning Citizen Men

A safe supportive environment to foster healing, open dialogue, and relationship-building.

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FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teAugust 20, 2025RETURNED CITIZENComment
August 20 - 21 | Overnight Lane Closures on I-695 for Sign Inspections
August 20 - 21 | Overnight Lane Closures on I-695 for Sign Inspections

Will require single and/or multiple lane closures and take place overnight.

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DDOTThe Advoc8teAugust 20, 2025traffic advisoryComment
August 21 - 24 | Juvenile Curfew Zone in U Street Corridor
August 21 - 24 | Juvenile Curfew Zone in U Street Corridor

Persons 17 and under are prohibited from gathering in a group of nine (9) or more.

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MPDThe Advoc8teAugust 20, 2025CURFEWComment
August 22 | Email Etiquette Workshop
August 22 | Email Etiquette Workshop

This workshop is free and will be held in-person.

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CLASSESThe Advoc8teAugust 20, 2025DCHAComment
August 23 | 4th Annual Oxon Run Day
August 23 | 4th Annual Oxon Run Day

Live music, performances, vendors, resources and more!

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FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teAugust 20, 2025Oxon Run ParkComment
August 23 | Late Skate Go-Go Karaoke in Anacostia Park
August 23 | Late Skate Go-Go Karaoke in Anacostia Park

Free shuttle from the Anacostia Metro station!

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FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teAugust 20, 2025ANACOSTIA PARKANACOSTIA PARKComment
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