Arlington news

• Ex-network investigative journalist pleads guilty to child sexual abuse material charges

  21-07-2023 21:59 via wtop.com
  
  ALEXANDRIA, Va. (AP) — A former investigative journalist for ABC News pleaded guilty Friday to federal child sexual abuse material charges.
  James Gordon Meek, 53, of Arlington, Virginia, admitted during a plea hearing in U.S. District Court in Alexandria that he illegally possessed and transported images of child sexual abuse. He covered national security issues for the network until he resigned last year.
  Court papers indicate the investigation began when the FBI received a tip from Dropb
  
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• Former journalist who lived on Columbia Pike pleads guilty to child sexual abuse material possession

  21-07-2023 21:30 via arlnow.com
  
  Arlington resident James Gordon Meek, formerly a prominent television news producer, has pleaded guilty to child pornography charges.
  The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Virginia announced the plea this afternoon. Meek, 53, faces a minimum sentence of 5 year in federal prison and a maximum sentence of several decades.
  The FBI raided Meek’s apartment on Columbia Pike in April 2022, as photos first published by ARLnow — taken by local resident John Antonelli &m
  
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• The Nose That Knows: A Two Table Super Tasting!

  21-07-2023 20:30 via arlnow.com
  
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  Are you looking for something fun to do this Sunday? How about tasting some Virginia Wine? Let’s meet at Arrowine!
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• Ex-network investigative journalist pleads guilty to child pornography charges

  21-07-2023 20:25 via wtop.com
  
  ALEXANDRIA, Va. (AP) — A former investigative journalist for ABC News pleaded guilty Friday to federal child pornography charges.
  James Gordon Meek, 53, of Arlington, Virginia, admitted in U.S. District Court in Alexandria that he illegally possessed and transported child pornography. He covered national security issues for the network until he resigned last year.
  Court papers indicate the investigation began when the FBI received a tip from Dropbox about videos showing the sexual abuse of
  
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• Local nonprofit ensures safe and healthy housing for community members

  21-07-2023 19:30 via arlnow.com
  
  A small cohort of dedicated volunteers is stepping up to help support low-income homeowners, performing home improvements at no cost.
  Since 1988, the nonprofit Rebuilding Together Arlington/Fairfax/Falls Church has worked to ensure low-income homeowners in Arlington and elsewhere in Northern Virginia have safe and accessible living spaces.
  The group, a branch of the national organization Rebuilding Together, is based in the city of Fairfax but lends support to area nonprofit housing organizatio
  
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• Adoptable Pet of the Week: Berkeley

  21-07-2023 18:30 via arlnow.com
  
  Meet the newest — and the cutest — Adoptable Pet of the Week, Berkeley! This handsome guy can’t wait to find his forever home.
  His friends at the Animal Welfare League of Arlington had this to say:
  Meet Berkeley, the handsome bunny with a heart full of love!
  This adorable guy is eagerly awaiting a home where he can hop, binky, and be showered with affection. With his sleek and shiny black fur, Berkeley is a true head-turner.
  His deep, expressive eyes are windows to his gentle
  
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• Toys ‘R’ Us RV tour coming to Arlington next week

  21-07-2023 17:30 via arlnow.com
  
  Toys ‘R’ Us tour (courtesy photo)
  Toys ‘R’ Us and its long-necked mascot are on an RV tour of the East Coast, with an upcoming stop in Arlington.
  The long-time children’s retailer declared bankruptcy in 2017 and, a year later, closed all of its U.S. stores. In recent years, however, it has been making a comeback, with stores located within Macy’s locations — including the Macy’s in Pentagon City.
  The comeback is continuing with a multi-state tour f
  
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• Kirby Club pushes back opening in Clarendon, now aiming for spring 2024

  21-07-2023 16:30 via arlnow.com
  
  The future location of Kirby Club, moving into the former home of IOTA Club in Clarendon (photo via Google Maps)
  A buzzy new Mediterranean restaurant in Clarendon has pushed back its opening again.
  Kirby Club, which previously was set to be called Tawle, is now aiming for a March 2024 opening in the former IOTA Club space at 2832 Wilson Blvd, a restaurant spokesperson confirmed to ARLnow.
  When it was first announced in May 2022 that a casual kebab-centric restaurant was coming to Clarendon, the
  
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• Renovation plans for 93 units at Barcroft get thumbs up from County Board

  21-07-2023 15:30 via arlnow.com
  
  Plans to renovate some of the buildings within the Barcroft Apartments complex on Columbia Pike cleared an important hurdle on Tuesday.
  The Arlington County Board approved a use permit enabling renovation plans for 93 homes at the corner of S. George Mason Drive and S. Four Mile Run Drive on Tuesday. These will occur concurrently with long-term planning for how to redevelop select parcels within the sprawling acreage.
  Board Chair Christian Dorsey said property owner and developer Jair Lynch is t
  
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• ARLnow Daily Debrief for Jul 20, 2023

  21-07-2023 02:30 via arlnow.com
  
  Good Thursday evening, Arlington. Let’s take a look back at today’s stories and a look forward to tomorrow’s event calendar.News recap
  The following articles were published earlier today — Jul 20, 2023.9:30 am: Your guide on where to watch the Women’s World Cup |Comments
  10:30 am: County grants developer more time to finish public improvements in Courthouse |Comments
  11:30 am: Arlington County auditor plans to investigate waived ambulance fees for potential savings
  
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