Amber Anderson

Silver Spring

Digital Producer at WUSA-TV (Washington, DC)

Articles

3-year-old found in Northwest; MPD ask for help finding family

2 weeks ago | wusa9.com | Amber Anderson

WASHINGTON — DC Police were asking for the community's help to find the family of a 3-year-old that was found wandering outside in Northwest on Thursday. Police said they found the toddler along the 300 block of Kennedy Street, Northwest. The little girl was described by police as Black, wearing a pink shirt, blue leggings. Officers said the toddler was not wearing shoes. If you have any information that can help reunite her with her family call police at 202-727-9099.
3-year-old found in Northwest reunited with guardian, police say

2 weeks ago | wusa9.com | Amber Anderson

DC officers reunited the girl with a guardian around 7 a.m. Friday. Credit: WUSA9 FILE - A DC Police vehicle at a scene. WASHINGTON — DC Police were asking for the community's help to find the family of a 3-year-old that was found wandering outside in Northwest on Thursday. Hours after the initial alert was shared, the girl was reunited with a guardian.
John Reid steps up as GOP nominee for Lieutenant Governor in Virginia race

2 weeks ago | wusa9.com | Amber Anderson

John Reid becomes the new Republican nominee for Lieutenant Governor, succeeding Pat Herrity, who stepped down for health reasons. VIRGINIA, USA — John Reid has been named the new Republican nominee for Lieutenant Governor in the race for governor in the Commonwealth. Reid will join Winsome Earle-Sears and Jason Miyares on the Republican ticket. On Monday, Reid released a statement after the news was announced.
Potomac Water Taxi relaunches Navy Yard Loop service

2 weeks ago | wusa9.com | Amber Anderson

WASHINGTON — Starting Friday, the Potomac Water Taxi will relaunch the Navy Yard Loop. DC and Virginia riders will be able to float between Old Town Alexandria and Diamond Teague Dock at Navy Yard Point. This will give Northern Virginia residents and visitors a second option to get to Nationals Park, Audi Field and Navy Yard. Navy Yard Loop water taxi schedule visit City Cruises' website. You can also select your date, departure, destination and buy your tickets online.
Woman killed in Fairfax County car crash

3 weeks ago | wusa9.com | Amber Anderson

A woman is dead from a car accident in Fairfax County. No word on what caused the crash. FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. — A woman is dead in Fairfax County following a crash Wednesday evening. Police were on the scene of a crash involving two cars around 5:45 p.m. It happened at the intersection of Ox Road and Davis Drive in Lorton. Very few details are known at this time. Here's what we do know: One woman was pronounced dead at the scene, and victims in the second vehicle were evaluated for injuries.
Tim Hortons expands to Maryland with 10 new locations

3 weeks ago | wusa9.com | Amber Anderson

Tim Hortons plans to open 10 new locations in Maryland, expanding its U.S. presence. MARYLAND, USA — Timbits and dutchies are heading south for an American lifestyle. Canada's most popular restaurant chain is coming to Maryland. Tim Hortons announced they will be opening 10 new locations in both Howard and Carroll Counties. The chain was named after the late hockey player, who founded the company in 1964. Tim Hortons is widely known for its premium coffee and fresh donuts.
Multiple people injured after car crash in Chevy Chase

3 weeks ago | wusa9.com | Amber Anderson

CHEVY CHASE, Md. — Two people have been hospitalized due to a multi-car crash. Very few details are known at this time. On Tuesday, police were called to the intersection of Bradley Lane and Maple Avenue during evening rush hour for reports of a car crash. Two people were taken to local hospitals. Their conditions are unknown at this time. Officials report that a power line was also knocked down during the crash. Crews with Pepco were called out to the scene.
Multiple fights break out at local wing shop along U St

3 weeks ago | wusa9.com | Amber Anderson

Violence erupted city-wide over Easter weekend with multiple fights at Navy Yard and an American Best Wing Shop. WASHINGTON — Fights broke out all over the city during Easter weekend. From teens fighting at Navy Yard in Southwest, to group fights at the local wing shop down on U Street, this was a violent weekend all around. On Saturday, WUSA9 received a video from someone along the 1000 block of U Street where multiple fights had broken out inside of the Americans Best Wing Shop.
Child diagnosed with measles, first case in Virginia

3 weeks ago | wusa9.com | Amber Anderson

On Saturday, officials with the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) reported a child between the ages of 0 and 4 were exposed to the virus. While most of the cases were reported in Texas, New Mexico and Oklahoma, Howard County, Md. reported a case earlier this week. VIRGINIA, USA — Virginia health officials have confirmed the first case of measles in the state this year.
Boyfriend and relative charged with murder in the case of missing Waldorf mother

3 weeks ago | wusa9.com | Amber Anderson

Guerra was last seen at a party hosted at the couple's home on March 31. However, according to police reports, Guerra was not reported missing until April 2. WALDORF, Md. — According to police, the search for a 23-year-old missing mother from Waldorf has concluded. On Thursday, detectives with the Charles County Sheriff's Office found Lesbia Mileth Ramirez Guerra's body. Her father told WUSA9 in an interview that Guerra was last seen at a party hosted at the couple's home on March 31.