Historic Site At Risk, Hot Car Safety, Tornado Tips: News Nearby

There was plenty of news across Washington, D.C., and northern Virginia on Thursday. If you missed any of it on your local Patch, here's a roundup of some of the top stories from the past 24 hours.

• 11 Die On Virginia Roads Over Memorial Day Weekend 2019: Police
• DC, NoVA Weekend: Herndon Festival, Heritage Railway Festival
• Alexandria D-Day Commemoration To Have French Market, Reenactors

This DC Landmark Is One Of USA's Most Endangered Historic Places

What would D.C. be without the Tidal Basin? It certainly wouldn't be as beautiful, with the body of water framed in pink during peak bloom of the cherry blossoms and providing a gorgeous backdrop to the Jefferson Memorial. But unfortunately, it is one of the most endangered historic places in the United States, according to a new report.

Man Who Set Himself On Fire At White House Has Died: Report

The man who set himself on fire on the Ellipse in front of the White House on Wednesday has died from his injuries, according to a report.

Massive Indoor Ski Slope Might Be Built On Landfill

A 1,700-foot indoor ski slope could be the centerpiece of a 450,000-square-foot snow sports facility at the Interstate 95 landfill in Lorton. Fairfax County is entertaining a proposal from a company in a public-private partnership to build the complex.

How To Keep Kids, Pets Safe During Summer Heat

With temperatures reaching near or above 90 degrees this week, it's worth a reminder that extreme heat can have serious consequences for kids and pets left in hot cars.

Be Ready For Tornadoes In Northern Virginia: NOVEC

The most active period of tornadoes across the country is under way, and the Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative is urging customers to be prepared both for potential tornadoes and severe thunderstorms.

• Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued For Northern Virginia Area
• Power Outages Hit Burke, West Springfield Areas

Also Worth A Look Today

• Woodbridge Restaurant Inspections: 28 Violations At One Place
• 3 Bodies Found In Home; Police Tight-Lipped
• Here's How Clean Alexandria's Drinking Water Was In 2018
• Vienna's Summer On The Green: Schedule For 2019
• Occoquan Spring Arts And Crafts Show 2019: Schedule, Parking
• Arrest Made For 1999 Kidnapping, Assault
• McLean Restaurant Inspections: Repeat Mold Violation

Across America

• $42K Worth Of Comic Books Stolen From Denver Store
• 911 Call From Night Of Jayme Closs Abduction
• Ellen DeGeneres Opens Up About Sexual Abuse
• Man Mauled By Support Dog On Flight, Sues Delta