A New Threat to Capitol Hill?: Sen. Mark Dayton, a Minnesota Democrat, has closed his Capitol Hill offices sending some of his staff home to Minnesota, others to an undisclosed location in Washington through Election Day. According to numerous news outlets, Dayton is citing a threat from classified information given to the Senate from Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist, a Tennessee Republican. But nobody is disclosing what the threat is or what alarming information is.
Wilson Bridge Progresses: The first steel beams to go up at the new Woodrow Wilson Bridge have attracted a bit of attention. But there’s still a long way to go before traffic congestion crossing the Potomac is eased with the completed structure.
The Consequences of a Staring Contest: An off-duty cop who assaulted a driver who stared at him at a Northwest D.C. gas station will spend time in jail, the AP, via WJLA reports.
New AIDS Controversy From Old Governor: A former Maryland governor says those with HIV and AIDS should have to register with the state, saying that they “brought it upon themselves,” the Post reports.
Sad News From Southeast: A 15-year-old died of gun shot wounds after being found by police in a stolen car. This marks the city’s 22nd juvenile homicide. The Post tells a depressing story of how the victim’s mother was alerted to her son’s death.
Gasoline Attacks False: Reports that there are criminals in Alexandria that are dousing their victims with gasoline and lighting a match are false, the Post reports.
Last Debate: Don’t forget, the final presidential debate is set for this evening. The questions will focus on domestic policy.
