On Sixth Anniversary Of The Virginia Tech Massacre, Families, Survivors Reflect On Bombings

Tuesday, April 16th, 2013, 8:48pm

WASHINGTON (WUSA) -- It is the 6th anniversary of the Virginia Tech massacre and Lily Habtu sometimes feels like it was yesterday.

She almost died that day. Many of her classmates did.

Habtu was shot in the wrist and jaw and a bullet is still lodged one millimeter from her brain stem too dangerous to remove. Her recovery physically and mentally continues. She's already had several reconstruction surgeries on her jaw and face and wears braces on her teeth to help correct the damage there.

She's been filled with survivor's guilt at times. All this, the guilt, the pain, the continuous medical procedures, may soon be familiar to the wounded from the Boston Marathon bombings.

"We'll heal and grow, but we'll always live with this for the rest of lives. I think all survivors of traumatic events have that in common," said Habtu.

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Obama, Scorsese, Winfrey lead tributes to Roger Ebert

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Thursday, April 4th, 2013, 8:00pm

(USA TODAY) -- President Obama led a chorus of voices paying tribute to legendary film critic Roger Ebert, who died Thursday at the age of 70 after a prolonged battle with cancer.

The fellow Chicagoan and Pulitzer Prize-winning writer "was the movies," Obama said. "The movies won't be the same without Roger, and our thoughts and prayers are with (Ebert's wife) Chaz and the rest of the Ebert family," Obama said.

Director Martin Scorsese, who is executive-producing a documentary on Ebert, called the passing "an incalculable loss for movie culture and for film criticism. And it's a loss for me personally."

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5-year-old Girl Still Critical; Stable After Dog Attack in Md.

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Thursday, April 4th, 2013, 8:05am

5-year-old Girl Still Critical; Stable After Dog Attack in Md.

CHARLES COUNTY, Md. (WUSA9) -- The girl, who was attacked by at least one or more dogs has been stabilized, after being taken to the hospital in critical condition on Wednesday evening in Charles County, Md., officials said Thursday morning.

The incident took place at a home in the 8600 block of Billingsley Road in Bennsville, MD. The child, who was said to be in critical condition, was flown to Children's Hospital in Washington, DC.

The girl was supposed to be under the supervision of her mother's boyfriend at the time of the attack. The boyfriend lost sight of her and later found her laying face down in the backyard where she had already been attacked, according to officials.

Charles County Animal Control has taken three dogs into custody. A pit bull, a bulldog, and a cane corso are the breeds suspected to be involved in the attack.

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The JBG Companies acquires prime apartments near transit

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Tuesday, April 2nd, 2013, 10:26am

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The JBG Companies acquires prime apartments near transit

Silver Spring’s Falkland Chase apartments fit company’s portfolio

Chevy Chase, MD (April 2, 2013) – A prominent apartment community in downtown Silver Spring has changed hands. The JBG Companies has purchased Falkland Chase apartments from Home Properties of Rochester.

“Falkland Chase is a great addition to our residential portfolio,” said David Paul, a JBG partner. “This is a well-located, transit-oriented community that we are proud to own. We are committed to providing excellent customer service to the residents at Falkland Chase from day one.”

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Dead man found dangling from Calif. high rise

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Monday, April 1st, 2013, 7:24pm

(USA TODAY) -- An apparent graffiti tagger was found dead in a rope harness on the side of an 18-story office tower near the California Capitol on Monday morning, Sacramento police said.

The unidentified man's body was reported dangling at 7:45 a.m. PT around the 14th floor of the the 1201 K Tower, home to lobbyists, public relations people and lawyers. Police said it appears he was accidentally asphyxiated when he rappelled from the top of the 240-foot building, which is two blocks from the Capitol.

The building had not been defaced, but spray paint and an etching tool were found on the roof, said Officer Michelle Gigante.

The man, who appeared to be in his 30s, had looped two ropes into a harness similar to what rock climbers use and connected it to a window-washer's hook on the 17th floor.

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WUSA 9 Partners With Call For Action

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Thursday, March 28th, 2013, 3:51pm

WASHINGTON, DC (WUSA) -- We are always on the lookout for consumer news, recalls and alerts that are important to you.

But, we aim to more than that, so we've formed an exciting new partnership that is all about helping you.

And, if you've got consumer problems, contact our WUSA 9 Call For Action team.

You can file a complaint online 24 hours a day on our website, wusa9.com, just click on the Call For Action link.

Or you can call our hotline at 301-652-HELP (4357).

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Suspect Sought in DC Jewelry Store Burglary

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Wednesday, March 27th, 2013, 11:12pm

WASHINGTON (WUSA9) -- DC Police are looking for a suspect in connection with a burglary at a Northwest jewelry store.

The burglary occurred on Wednesday at approximately 10:20 a.m. in the 1200 block of G street, N.W. The suspect smashed a display window of a jewelry store and removed several rings and fled the scene, DC Police said.

Police are describing the suspect as a Hispanic male in his early to late 20's, approximately 5'3" to 5'6" in height, slim build, with curly black hair.

He was last seen wearing dark pants, a black hooded sweatshirt, and a navy blue coat with horizontal stripes, police said.

Anyone with information can call the police at (202) 727-9099. Additionally, anonymous information may be submitted to the department's TEXT TIP LINE by text messaging 50411.

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