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Hurricane Irma DC Update: Strong Chance Of Direct Hit For Our Region '

WASHINGTON, DC — Hurricane Irma is churning off the coast of Cuba and headed straight for Florida, and new models indicate that our chances of eventually seeing the storm roll through D.C. has increased, or at least remains strong.

Philadelphia Eagles vs. Washington Redskins: Everything You Need To Know

The Washington Redskins have finally finished their preseason schedule and are ready to kick off the regular season as one of the early games at FedEx Field against the hated division rival Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, Sept. 10 at 1:00 p.m. The Redskins are coming off an 8-7-1 season, narrowly missing the playoffs, and the Eagles finished in the NFC East basement with a 7-9 record, so both we'll be looking to improve this year. Last year, the Redskins swept both games against the Eagles. Both teams finished 2-2 this preseason.

Dead Roaches in Tofu: Ashburn Restaurant Inspections

ASHBURN, VA — Loudoun Health District officials recently inspected food preparation and storage in Loudoun County. “In our experience, it is unrealistic to expect that a complex, full-service food operation can routinely avoid any violations,” according to Virginia Department of Health’s website.

Man Beats His Dog With Baseball Bat In Sterling: Authorities

STERLING, VA — A man who beat his dog with a baseball bat at his Sterling residence has been arrested, according to Loudoun County Animal Services. Kevin R. Graves, 30, was charged with animal cruelty, a Class I misdemeanor. If convicted, he faces up to a year in jail and a fine of as much as $1,000. He's scheduled to appear in Loudoun County General District Court on Oct. 4.

More Virginia/DC news:

A Local Church Is Driving Food Donations To Texas
Hurricane Irma: Virginia Search And Rescue Team Heads To Virgin Islands
Hurricane Irma: Virginia Governor Declares State Of Emergency
Potomac River Running Opens Near W&OD Trail In Vienna
7-Year-Old Finds Gun At Springfield Playground
Oakton Home Burglarized In Broad Daylight: Police
Stabbed Assailant Arrested In Manassas: Police

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