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Sandy Kozel

Reporter · US

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Sep 13, 2026
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  1. Article · Sep 13, 2026 · By Sandy Kozel

    Fiery I-81 crash involving oxygen tanks leaves 2 dead in Virginia’s Frederick County – WTOP News (opens the original)

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    Two men were killed after a crash involving a tractor-trailer and a truck carrying oxygen tanks sparked explosions on Interstate 81 in Frederick County, Virginia, on Thursday night, according to police. Virginia State Police said a car attempting to enter southbound I-81 crossed two lanes and struck a tractor-trailer in the northbound lanes, which then hit a truck carrying oxygen tanks, near Exit 310 in Winchester. The crash sparked a fire that caused the oxygen tanks to explode, damaging multip

  2. Article · Sep 13, 2026 · By Sandy Kozel

    25 years after 9/11, Pentagon visitor center takes step toward reality – WTOP News (opens the original)

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    One day after the nation marked 25 years since the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, families and supporters of the Pentagon Memorial gathered in Arlington to take another step toward ensuring future generations understand what happened there. A ceremonial groundbreaking was held Saturday for the planned 9/11 Pentagon Memorial Visitor Education Center, a long-discussed facility that would provide historical context for the memorial and tell the story of the 184 people killed at the Pentagon and aboard

  3. Article · Aug 21, 2026 · By Sandy Kozel

    Meet Sallie, a charming, lively and endlessly fun dog – WTOP News (opens the original)

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    Sallie went on a recent field trip and a group of people shared that she’s an incredible dog. “We went on a hike, spent some time relaxing, and just enjoyed being outside together. Sallie was so calm, friendly, and sweet with everyone she met. She loved the water and treats, and she was always happy to explore or just hang out,” they said. She never barked or whined and was such a positive, easygoing companion the entire day. The group said Sallie was distinguished, confident and an absolute joy

  4. Article · Aug 18, 2026 · By Sandy Kozel

    DOJ asks appeals court to reinstate human smuggling case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia – WTOP News (opens the original)

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    (WASHINGTON) — The Department of Justice has asked an appeals court to reinstate the criminal human smuggling case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia. In May, a federal judge granted Abrego Garcia’s motion to dismiss the case, finding that the federal government failed to rebut Abrego Garcia’s “presumption of vindictiveness.” “Because the presumption of vindictiveness remains unrebutted, the indictment must be dismissed,” U.S. District Judge Waverly Crenshaw wrote in May. In a brief filed Monday, atto

  5. Article · Aug 18, 2026 · By Sandy Kozel

    National Symphony Orchestra will play at 6 DC-area venues next season as Kennedy Center shuts – WTOP News (opens the original)

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    Forced from the Kennedy Center following approval of a reconstruction project by allies of President Donald Trump, the National Symphony Orchestra will split its 2026-27 season among six venues in Washington, D.C., and the capital’s suburbs. The NSO made its delayed 2026-27 season announcement Tuesday, 5 1/2 weeks before its opening concert on Sept. 26 and five months later than the release of its 2025-26 schedule. The Kennedy Center, named by Congress after President John F. Kennedy, was taken

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