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‘There’s a tension’: Reston church vandalized post-Roe & Fireworks plan shifts on National Mall Jun 27, 2022

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A Catholic church in Reston, Virginia became a target after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. Parishioners found their community church defaced by graffiti and learned it was also set on fire. We talked to a spokesman with the Archdiocese of Arlington who urges peaceful dialogue during such a tense political time. And July 4th is right around the corner. Mike Litterst with the National Park Service walks us through changes to the fireworks plan on the National Mall this coming weekend.

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Post-Roe in Va., Md. & DC. Plus, the arguments for and against SCOTUS decision Jun 24, 2022

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The Supreme Court overturned almost 50 years of precedent Friday morning when it delivered its decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization. The Supreme Court voted to knock down the legal protections for abortion guaranteed by the court’s 1973 Roe v. Wade decision. In this episode, we talk whether the right to an abortion is at risk in Virginia, Maryland and D.C. with WTOP's Neal Augenstein and Kate Ryan, respectively. We then to to the ramifications of the decision nationwide and locally with constitutional experts Lia Epperson of American University’s Washington College of Law and Mark Rienzi of The Catholic University’s Columbus School of Law. We also hear from WTOP’s Alejandro Alvarez from the steps of the Supreme Court.

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Md. concealed carry law vulnerable after Supreme Court gun ruling & Katie Ledecky keeps swimming and winning Jun 23, 2022

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The Supreme Court handed down a major expansion to gun rights this morning as the Senate moved to pass the first bi-partisan gun restrictions in decades. We talk to WTOP’s Kate Ryan about how the high court’s ruling could affect Maryland’s gun laws and to Professor Daniel Webster from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health about what the decision means for safety in our communities. We also hear from USA Today Sports Columnist Christine Brennan about the 50th anniversary of Title IX and Bethesda-native Katie Ledecky's consistent gold-medal performance at the World Swimming Championship.

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Congress slaps Commanders’ Snyder with subpoena & Who won DC, Va. primaries Jun 22, 2022

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The Commanders Football Team is the topic of discussion on Capitol Hill as the House Oversight Committee delves into allegations of sexual harassment, a toxic workplace, and financial impropriety inside the team. Learning of owner Dan Snyder’s absence, the committee chair said she’ll issue a subpoena for him to testify in a future hearing. WTOP’s Congressional Correspondent Mitchell Miller tells us what details NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell shared under oath. And we now know who won their primaries in D.C. and Virginia, WTOP reporters Luke Lukert and Nick Iannelli tell us what the outcome of the races mean for the future of politics in the Commonwealth and the nation’s capital.

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Parents’ guide to COVID vaccines for kids under 5 & A new clinic to help all runners improve Jun 21, 2022

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It’s a big day for parents who’ve waited for their children under 5-years-old to get vaccinated. We hear from parents who were first in line at a District clinic and talk with an infectious disease expert about the differences between the two vaccines that are FDA-approved for young kids. Plus, a new University of Maryland clinic is launching with the goal to help all runners improve. WTOP’s Kristi King tells us what you can expect and how much it will cost for an assessment of your running style.

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How an intern’s calls stymied Watergate break-in & DC mayoral primary may be ‘nail-biter’ Jun 17, 2022

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We look back at the lesser-known stories from the Watergate scandal - which is marking 50 years today. Rick Massimo shares some of the stories from his week-long series on Watergate which ultimately led to the first resignation of a sitting U.S. President. And where are the voters? That’s the question D.C. election officials are asking. We discuss what the low early voting count means for the D.C. Mayor race and how the candidates feel about major issues with WTOP’s Will Vitka.

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Confronting DC food deserts and hunger. Plus, the DMV’s bid for 2026 World Cup Jun 16, 2022

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The District said it's taking the legal step of using eminent domain to bring a Giant Food to a part of Ward 7, which is essentially a food desert. We talk to Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development, John Falcicchio, about this store and the city’s broader plans to increase food access. We also speak with Director of DC Hunger Solutions, Beverley Wheeler, about the on-the-ground reality of hunger in the nation’s capital. And will D.C. and Baltimore host the World Cup in 2026? WTOP Senior Sports Director Dave Johnson says he’s confident in chances and explains why.

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911 call from man threatening Justice Kavanaugh & Va. neighbors debate over renaming Confederate streets Jun 15, 2022

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We are learning new details about exactly what happened when an armed California man walked up to Justice Brett Kavanaugh’s house with the intent to kill him. We share portions of Nicholas Roske’s 911 call and talk about why he ultimately turned himself in and how Congress took action to increase security for the justices and their family members. Plus, in Fairfax County, there’s a debate raging over whether to rename more than a dozen streets that have ties to slavery and the Confederacy. WTOP’s Nick Iannelli shares the argument from both sides that he says is part of a broader racial reckoning in Virginia.

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Explosion displaces bed-bound seniors & DC booksellers renew their vows for Juneteenth Jun 14, 2022

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An explosion and fire forced more than a hundred seniors to evacuate in Bowie Tuesday morning. No one was hurt, but it caused the building to partially collapse. Now, the vulnerable residents don’t know where they’ll go. WTOP’s John Domen heard the blast and went straight to the scene. He tells what happened and what concerns the residents’ loved-ones. And many of us are looking forward to a long weekend to honor Juneteenth. Derrick and Ramunda Young, who own Mahogany Books, are celebrating the holiday by renewing their vows and throwing a street celebration in honor of Emancipation Day.

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Md.’s plan to ease your trip to the beach & Rockville native wins big at Tony Awards Jun 13, 2022

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Maryland Governor Larry Hogan announced a $15 million project to advance the state’s long-term "Reach the Beach" plan with the goal of relieving congestion along Maryland Route 90. We talk to Charlie Gischlar with the Maryland State Highway Administration about why this is so needed. And a Maryland native made history at the Tony Awards last night. Myles Frost became the youngest person to win best lead actor in a musical for his role as Michael Jackson on Broadway’s “MJ: The Musical.” WTOP’s Jason Fraley talked to Frost about how went from Wootton Highschool to Broadway.

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