CHECK IN – Daily News, Weather and Sports – February 17, 2016

POLITICS

Trump says Scalia may have been murdered

A conspiracy theory claiming that Supreme Court justice Antonin Scalia’s death was not of natural causes, but rather murder, has recently surfaced. Leading Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has not confirmed he believes the conspiracy; however, he did state that he believes it is very much a possibility. In a recent interview Trump was asked about his thoughts of a possible Supreme Court murder, and he claimed, “They say they found a pillow on his face, which is a pretty unusual place to find a pillow.” When asked if he was in firm belief that Scalia’s death was a result of foul play, he stated, “I can’t give you an answer.”

NATIONAL

Federal judge orders Apple to unlock San Bernardino shooter’s phone

A federal judge ordered Apple Inc. to provide software to the Justice Department to aid the unlocking of one of the San Bernardino shooter’s phones. The judge and department have claimed that the phone contains crucial evidence regarding the plotting of the mass murder. This order reflects recent tensions between Silicon Valley and the federal government regarding privacy and security. Apple Chief Executive Tim Cook has said the company plans to oppose the judge’s order claiming, “It was an unprecedented step which threatens the security of our customers.”

WASHINGTON, D.C.

Walter Reed Army National Medical Center to be redeveloped

The Walter Reed Army National Medical Center has been dormant on a larger property for several years. The District of Columbia was recently able to purchase a 66-acre portion of the former hospital for redevelopment. The redevelopment of the large area purchased by Washington is expected to commence slowly, with the entire project spanning 23 years. About half of the land is expected to go to the U.S. Department of State for use as an international chancery for embassies. The rest of the land is expected to be used for an expansion of Howard University, green space, a supermarket, housing developments and a charter school.

VIRGINIA

Mother indicted after son’s remains found 10-years later in car

Tonya Slaton of Richmond was recently charged with the murder of her son over 10-years ago. Her son, Quincy Jamar Davis, was never reported missing. However, human remains found in Slaton’s car in June were identified as those of her son. Davis was about 14 or 15 at the time of his murder.

MARYLAND

Man charged with child pornography of 17 victims

An investigation into a Prince George County school volunteer, Deonte Carraway, has found numerous alleged victims of child pornography. Thus far, 17 victims have surfaced since Carraway had first been charged. Police are currently searching for more victims, and Prince George County is looking to find ways to aid the many victims. Authorities are unsure of whether Carraway committed these acts on his own and how he financed the large operation.

CNN Polls Courtesy of: Realclearpolitics.com

Washington Wizards: No Games

Washington Capitals: 2/16/16 Washington Capitals 3 v. Los Angeles Kings 1

Washington Redskins: End of Season

Washington Nationals: End of Season

Washington Mystics: End of Season

February 17 at 8:00 PM – Bryan Adams, DAR Constitution Hall, 1776 D Street NW, Washington, DC 20006,http://hall-dc.com/Tickets-Active.php?eventID=1920731&venueID=1976

February 18 at 4 PM – Nicolas Henin – Jihad Academy, 5015 Connecticut Ave NW Washington, DC 20008,http://www.politics-prose.com/event/book/nicolas-henin-jihad-academy

February 18 at 7:30 PM – Utah Jazz at the Washington Wizards (Rescheduled from January), Verizon Center, Washington, DC,601 F St NW, Washington, DC 20004, tickets for sale

February 18 at 8:00 PM – Eli Young Band, 8656 Colesville Rd Silver Spring MD,http://www.eventticketscenter.com/ResultsTicket.aspx?evtid=2670760&event=Eli+Young+Band

February 19 at 7:30 PM – The Glass Menagerie, 511 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20004,http://www.ticketmaster.com/The-Glass-Menagerie-At-Fords-Theatre-tickets/artist/2123981?brand=fordstheatre1

February 19 at 7:35 PM – Missouri Comets at Baltimore Blast, 201 W Baltimore St, Baltimore, MD 21201,http://arenabaltimore.com/Tickets-Active.php?eventID=1917327&venueID=135

February 20 at 6:00 PM – Ethan Canin – A Doubter’s Almanac, 5015 Connecticut Ave NW Washington, DC 20008,http://www.politics-prose.com/event/book/ethan-canin-doubters-almanac

February 20 at 8:00 PM – Invincible: A Glorious Tribute to Michael Jackson, 1299 Pennsylvania Ave. NW Washington, DC 20004,http://concerts.livenation.com/event/1500503010124517?_ga=1.228750107.64312945.1454566952

February 20 at 8:00 PM Invincible – A Glorious Tribute To The King of Pop, 1299 Pennsylvania Ave. NW Washington, DC 20004, http://www.box-officetickets.com/Events/Pop-Tickets/Invincible-A-Glorious-Tribute-To-The-King-of-Pop/1976844

February 21 at 4:00 PM Bella Hristova, violinist, 1600 21st Street, NW Washington, DC 20009,https://2480a.blackbaudhosting.com/2480a/tickets?tab=2&txobjid=26c554b5-0b54-4ea7-b3da-2fa99d581d6d

February 21 at 8:00 PM – 2Cellos, Dar Constitution Hall – 1776 D Street NW, Washington, DC 20006, http://hall-dc.com/Tickets-Active.php?eventID=1898865&venueID=1976

February 21 at 8:00 PM – Bryson Tiller, 8656 Colesville Rd Silver Spring MD,http://www.eventticketscenter.com/ResultsTicket.aspx?evtid=2736738&event=Future

“I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.”

-Thomas Edison