Why is DC sniper Lee Boyd Malvo returning to court? - Wednesday, September 25, 2024 - Top News from WTOP

TOP NEWS | September 25, 2024 [Web version](   Good morning! Rain, rain, please go away! For a fourth day, the D.C. region will deal [with dreary weather](. Expect scattered showers throughout the day, with rumbles of thunder possible. 7News First Alert Senior Meteorologist Brian van de Graaff says the effects of [Tropical Storm Helene]( will arrive in the region by the end of the week, so keep your rain gear handy. In case you missed it: The state of Maryland [sued the owner and operator of the container ship Dali,]( which caused the deadly collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge. Officials say the ship’s management knowingly sent an unseaworthy vessel into U.S. waters, with Gov. Wes Moore saying, “What happened in the early morning of March 26 should never have happened.” Explore D.C.’s historic waterways in a brand new special tour. WTOP’s Matt Kaufax experienced the wonder [of LocktoberfestDC,]( which includes the trifecta of bikes, beers and obscure U.S. history. -José Umaña, Digital Editor [Sniper Lee Boyd Malvo to argue 6 Maryland murder convictions should be vacated]( Court records and sources familiar with the case said Lee Boyd Malvo's lawyers will ask to vacate Malvo's 2006 convictions. He is currently serving four life sentences in Virginia. [READ MORE](   [Vacant Montgomery Co. elementary school engulfed in flames]( JoAnn Leleck Elementary in Silver Spring had been closed and under construction to be redeveloped into a bigger school to accommodate the growing student population. [READ MORE](   EVENT - WEBINAR [Federal News Network's Cyber Leaders Exchange 2024 | Register now]( Join Federal News Network for our third annual cyber exchange Oct. 1 and 2 at 1 p.m. ET each day. Discover how agencies are leading the way as the government “fundamentally re-imagines America's cyber social construct”.   [Flower truck business brings DIY bouquets to DC area]( Calluna Flower Truck is a mobile flower shop that offers a unique experience, allowing customers to create their own custom bouquets. [READ MORE](   [Metro to begin transition to self-driving trains in December]( Metro's Red Line trains will drive themselves, starting in December, and the self-driving trains will be used across the rail system by spring 2025, according to a Metro document released ahead of Thursday's board meeting. [READ MORE](   Insight by EagleBank [Small Business September: ‘Soul saving' is more than just a Sunday operation at Kingdom Fellowship AME Church]( When it comes to finances, “organizations can be a little arrogant when working with churches. Their assumption is that we're a mom-and-pop shop and don't have all the rigors that any other corporate enterprise would have.” That's not the case with EagleBank, says Rev. Matthew Watley.   [Is that really a Census taker knocking on your door?]( It is 8 p.m. and you get a knock at the door. It's someone claiming to be a U.S. Census worker, looking to gather personal information about you. Is it safe? [READ MORE](   [‘I'm sick of these special elections': Prince George's Co. Council working to revamp the process]( The Maryland county has been a member short since at-large member Mel Franklin abruptly left in June, a couple of weeks before he was indicted for campaign finance violations. [READ MORE](   PRESENTED BY EAGLEBANK [Let's go! It's time for WTOP's Small Business September 2024!]( Throughout September, we're showcasing local businesses across the DMV and also financial, government and other organizations that help our small business community thrive. Learn and enjoy!   [Howard U. students call for accommodations after power outage takes out A/C, hot water in dorms]( Some Howard University students in D.C. said generators at their residence hall aren't powerful enough to run the air conditioning, water heaters or the elevators. [READ MORE](   [Fairfax Co. PE teacher uses trick shots to teach resilience]( "The only way to grow is to fail," teacher Patrick Noel said, adding that the lesson's goal is to help students remain determined and embrace failure. [READ MORE](   Insight by Palo Alto Networks [Workplace Reimagined: How SASE enables better UX, security for employees]( Rigorous security and good user experience are not opposing goals, says Palo Alto Network's Wayne LeRiche. He details how SASE provides the transparency to deliver better security while also the opportunity to boost employee experience.   [Police video shows first interaction with husband after disappearance of Mamta Kafle Bhatt]( Body camera footage from police officers conducting a welfare check for Mamta Kafle Bhatt is one focus in the case against the Manassas Park woman's husband. [READ MORE](   [National Symphony Orchestra musicians have authorized a strike. Will Kennedy Center performances be impacted?]( Musicians are advocating for better wages, arguing orchestra members are making less than their peers in other cities. If a strike goes forward, three upcoming performances could be impacted. [READ MORE](   Insight by George Washington University Hospital [Tackling pulmonary hypertension]( Mardi Gomberg-Maitland, MD, MSc at GW Medicine discusses pulmonary hypertension and how GW Hospital can help patients with this condition.   PARTNERSHIP [Bark Ball: A Black-Tie Gala for You and Your Dog]( You and your canine companion are invited to the Humane Rescue Alliance's 37th Annual Bark Ball!   [YouTube]( [instagram]( [linkedin]( [facebook]( [Advertise with us]( | [Contact Us]( This email and the accompanying website are not intended for users located within the European Economic Area. [Unsubscribe](  | [Manage Subscription](