Steve Rhode 
Early voting prep is underway in Falls Church, a man is in custody after a fatal Dranesville shooting, and Taste of Annandale is back this weekend with food, music, and fun. Plus: a deadly incident in Herndon, Meridian volleyball’s big win, and a new beer-and-wine permit request in Annandale.
Stay informed, stay neighborly — and don’t miss today’s dad joke at the end.
Good morning, Maricopa County — here’s what’s happening today: Phoenix police investigate the death of a child in south Phoenix, two Timber Mesa firefighters are killed in a head-on crash, and a Mesa house party ends in tragedy. We’ll also cover the fiery Phoenix light rail crash, sentencing in a Chandler hostage case, and the heroic Good Samaritan rescue at Hell’s Gate. Plus, your full weather forecast, a Steveism, and today’s dad joke to start your day with a smile.
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Good morning, Wake County — here’s what’s happening today: the brothers accused in Deputy Ned Byrd’s 2022 murder return to court, Raleigh police investigate a car crash that sparked a fire, and the Sheriff’s Office highlights train safety. We’ll also meet a Raleigh man whose model trains are pure nostalgia, look ahead to a free American Dance Festival performance in Cary, and a movie night at Halifax Park in Raleigh. Plus, your full weather forecast, a Steveism, and today’s dad joke to start your day with a smile.
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Good morning, Montgomery County — here’s what’s happening today: police make an arrest in a June carjacking, a suspect in a July attempted murder is still on the run, and a tragic motorcycle crash in Bethesda claims a life. We’ll also share the quick thinking that stopped a dump truck disaster on Colesville Road, details on the Back to School Block Party in Germantown, and the return of Taste of Rio in Gaithersburg. Plus, your full weather forecast, a daily Steveism, and today’s dad joke to start your day with a smile.
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Good morning, Fairfax County — here’s what’s happening today: Route 29 lane shifts could slow your commute, police crack a wild bulldozer theft case out of McLean, and a tragic shooting in Dranesville leaves one man dead. We’ll also remember young Kamran “Buddy” Golesorkhi in Reston, look at possible bus rapid transit in Herndon, and check out Tysons Corner’s brand-new “adult playground” Level99. Plus, your full weather forecast, a daily Steveism, and today’s dad joke to start your day with a smile.
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At just 15, Johnathan Morin received a devastating diagnosis: metastatic Ewing Sarcoma. But he didn’t ask “Why me?” — he simply said, “Tell me what I need to do.” Known as “Johnny Rocket,” this old soul with a competitive streak fought cancer with courage, humor, and grit. He doubled up on school, made the honor roll, took his dream trip to Hawaii, and dreamed of becoming a doctor to help other kids like him. Even as cancer returned again and again, he kept living — cheering on the Red Sox, riding his motorcycle, and filling every moment with purpose. This is the story of a brave young man who taught everyone what it means to live with heart.
Today’s headlines bring both weight and warmth. Charlie Kirk’s body returns home to Phoenix with Vice President JD Vance escorting the casket. In lighter news, Queen Creek’s Garlic Festival kicks off, and AZCentral highlights a full lineup of fall events across the Valley. Plus, we take a drone’s-eye look at Papago Park and share a tribute climb honoring 9/11 heroes in Tempe.
And yes, your daily dad joke is waiting at the end.
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Wake County wakes up to some serious headlines — two men have been arrested in separate Raleigh rape investigations, and state leaders in Raleigh are weighing transit safety changes after a fatal stabbing in Charlotte. Meanwhile, travelers at RDU will need extra time thanks to a parking entrance closure, Wake Forest drivers face a month of detours, and dozens of volunteers honored 9/11 by cleaning graves at Raleigh National Cemetery. Plus, Governor Stein pushes Congress to keep health care tax credits, and we close with your daily dad joke.
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Montgomery County had a tense Thursday — Northwood High went into lockdown twice after reports of a gun on campus, with two teens later found carrying a BB gun and a bullet. A woman tragically lost her life in a Bethesda house fire, and police are asking for help to find a missing woman near Shady Grove. On the lighter side, Rocktobierfest is about to take over Rockville, Classic Bakery earned a spot on D.C.’s best cakes list, and we wrap up with today’s dad joke.
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Fairfax County wakes up to some tough headlines — a physical therapist at Inova’s Merrifield campus has been charged with assault, and a West Falls Church man faces strangulation charges after a woman’s death. But there’s lighter news too: Smash Mouth will headline Reston’s first Rocktoberfest, Falls Church is throwing its big Fall Festival and Run for Schools, and neighbors rally after a fire at Krop’s Crops in Great Falls. Plus, your weather check, a little neighborly wisdom, and today’s dad joke.
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