Route one near the university of maryland. There have been three fatal pedestrian accidents in the first seven months of this year alone. Some exciting news here. Take a look at what im talking about. New pedestrian signal lights were unveiled earlier today. Hopefully, they will save some lives. Its one of several improvements made to route one. Another is lowering the speed limit from 35 Miles Per Hour to 25 Miles Per Hour. Of course, these are hardly new solutions. But with students texting and distracted as jaywalkers, this will save lives. A Partnership Came up with these solutions after another young woman drive died early july. Are part of the solution here on u. S. One. But they cannot serve as the only solutions to pedestrian safety, not when drivers and pedestrians and their behavior are major factors in the Traffic Safety equation. We really want to emphasize that this really takes effort from everyone here. It is teamwork. Which is why the university has kicked off this campaign named walk smart, asking pedestrians not to jaywalk and pay attention. Not seey, we will another accident, especially fatal accident in the future. Abc 7 news. Happening now, sentencing is underway for a former d. C. Police officer who pleaded guilty to child pornography and selling teenagers into prostitution. Investigators say Lynwood Barnhill advertised the services of a 15yearold girl and exchangeyearold girl on the website back page. Com. He was arrested in december. You can look for the reporting are later newscast. A in our later newscast. Fbi ist now, the exhuming the body of a john doe who could be a man accused of killing his family in bethesda nearly 40 years ago. In the Satellite Center with more on the investigation, bree. Inworking with officials alabama on the search for one of the fbis 10 most wanted fugitives. Just moments ago, the fbi officials started to exhume the body of a john doe to try to determine if it is the body of William Bradford bishop junior. A ship allegedly murdered his mother, wife, and three sons inside their Bethesda Home 38 years ago. Authorities allege after killing each one of his family members, he then drove their bodies to north carolina, set them on fire, and then he vanished. Filings, thecourt fbi says there is a strong resemblance between a john doe who was hit and killed by a drunk driver back in 1981 and bishop. Thank you. In the meantime, we move onto the fight to prevent the spread of the ebola virus in america. With ties toputy the case of the ebola patient who died in dallas is now being tested for the virus. This comes as the world bank had a meeting on the outbreak. This chair of step dd was rushed to a hospital yesterday and this this sheriffs deputy was rushed to the hospital yesterday and is still in isolation today. He had been in the apartment where eric duncan had been staying, entering without protective gear. And although he was never in direct contact with the ebola patient who died yesterday, he started having an upset stomach and his family says he wanted to every precaution. These are scary times. We are just trying to get through it. A scary time for one family, sad time for another. Duncans friends and Family Holding a Memorial Service last night hours after the 32yearold who contracted the 42yearold who contracted evil in liberia died at the hospital. Globe, serious concern about the virus potentially spreading further. Five of the largest airports in the u. S. Will soon start conducting extra screening of all passengers getting off flights from west africa. And at new Yorks Laguardia airport employees asrport possible for cleaning airplanes are protesting, some walking off the job. Despite experts reiterating that ebola is only transmitted through direct contact with a sick patient. The workers say they feel at risk. I dont feel safe. I thought i could catch any disease because we are not adequately equipped to deal with it. And while the deputy being checked with four ebola is to be released tomorrow, the american being treated for ebola in nebraska is in stable condition. Back at home, turning to the weather now. Youll want to get outside today while you can. Its the last warm day we will see for a bit. Look atn is here with a the forecast. But its beautiful outside. Its beautiful outside. We have Crystal Clear blue skies, and i will show you that from the weatherbug kamar on the rooftop overlooking the city. A comfortable 70 degrees. A bit of a breeze out of the south at 10 Miles Per Hour. 66 in gaithersburg. 67 in bwi. At culpeper and lexington park. Look to the lefthand side of your screen. Showers are moving through the ohio river valley and i think some of those showers will begin to greet us for the overnight hours. For the rest of the afternoon, dry and temperatures dropping out in the lower 70s. The countryon of may have a bit of rain and it could cause a few delays. Good inooking pretty the immediate forecast, but rain is on the way to impact the weekend. It is a big night for hockey fans. The Washington Capitals open their regular season tonight at the Verizon Center against the montreal canadiens. 40this the caps anniversary season. Team practices morning. New headd with the coach, who said fans should expect a new attitude. Refocus. K there is a we have some great players. Think we are setting up for a really good season. Somens are in for surprises, he says, as far as game presentation. Will have live reports beginning on abc 7 news at 5 00. At 4 00. That expressained lanes will open as early as the 20th of december. Virginia senator mark warner is scheduled to tour the new lanes later on this afternoon. Coming up, a woman said she was stabbed several times when she told a robber she didnt have any money. What police plan to do this afternoon when to try to find her attacker. And why one company could owe you money. And it is thursday. That means scandal group. Scoop. Montgomery county police land to return to a neighborhood today where a woman says a man tried to stab her, and in fact, did several times after trying to rob her. Officers plan to hand out flyers in a neighborhood on tiny bridge road in silver spring. John gonzalez spoke with concerned residents. 10 days after this violent attempted robbery and no strong leads, no arrests, residents are it willmore concerned happen again. Next i hate it. Its ridiculous. Im scared. I hate it. Its ridiculous, im scared. With on piney branch road where a woman was walking home when she was attacked. When my memory county Police Return to the scene of the crime canvass, going doortodoor talking to residents and handed out flyers. Scared. The Victim Told Police she was simply walking along the playground and the basketball courts inside this apartment complex when this man approached her. He demanded cash, but when she told him should have any she didnt have any money, that is when he said, well, you are going to die tonight. And then he threw to the ground and stature multiple times. [indiscernible] ofortunately, the be the discretion of the suspect is vague. She said he did she believes he was hispanic and between 17 to 20 years old. The woman was in critical condition, but is now at home expected to make a full recovery. I want to move. New developments now on the threat. Isil the mother of an american hostage held by the group is pleading for her hot her sons life via twitter. He was taken while doing aid work in syria. Hostageeaded a british last week and said her son would be next. She sent a tweet to the leader asking to talk. No word yet on whether he has replied. And a reminder that one week from today, news channel eight will host a not a Live National town hall on news channel eight will host a Live National town hall on the new terror threat. You can get a seat at the town hall by going to wjla. Com townhall. It is set for october 16 at 8 p. M. Chilling new details about the attack on Malaysian Air lights Airlines Flight over ukraine. Investigators found one of the victims wearing an oxygen mask. This seems to dispute the theory that none of the 298 people on board knew the vessel the missile is coming. That jet was shot down over ukraine in july. More unrest after an offduty Police Officer shot and killed a teenager in missouri last night. It comes as residents in nearby ferguson you with the august shooting death of michael brown. Tensions were high in st. Louis last night, and inevitably in comparison to ferguson. An offduty Police Officer italy shot any teamyearold africanamerican male during a pursuit. The shooting Police Officer shot an 18yearold africanamerican male during a pursuit. The offduty officer was working patrol at a Second Security job last night when he came upon three young men. The offir did a uturn and they began to run. So the officer followed them. That is when the officer and one of the men got into a physical altercation. The suspect pointed the gun at the officer and fired at least three rounds at the Police Officer. The officer returned fire, co. A total of 17 shots. Its unclear how many hit the a young man. A nine millimeter gun was recovered at the scene. I know that tensions are high, but the reality is, what the evidence tells me right now is that an individual pointed a gun at the Police Officer and fired at least three rounds. Angry residents took to the streets last night, some comparing the incidence to the Fatal Shooting of echo brown. The taillights of some Police Vehicles were kicked in. Some windows smashed. One person was arrested. The department is showing a tremendous amount of restraint. The officers on the scene in the face of severe criticism did an excellent job. The officer was not injured and was placed on administrative leave while the shooting was being investigated. Have you got all of the ice off of your pants and socks . I did. I knew it was going to be chilly , but i dont think i prepared myself for how cold it was going to be. But she was out there this morning previewing the capitals home opener tonight. Made some pucks. They got into the net. A gorgeouseen such day. Great its going to be for everyone headed out to the Verizon Center later tonight for the home opener. We started off with just a few clouds, but actually a beautiful sunrise. I 270. At a lot of sunshine there. Also notice in some of these cameras, little bit of a change in the leaves. This camera from Congressional Country Club in bethesda is 68 degrees with a southwest wind. Blue skies, 68 degrees. At some of these reddish hues on some of the trees. We are starting to get a little bit more color in the d c area. Heading west of i81, moderate keller. Of theou are thinking weekend. A lot of people are trying to get out to some of the wineries and to the pumpkin patches, etc. As far as the peak timing goes with the cover, we will probably have to wait a few more weeks to see the strong color. But as we continue the cold night, that will help to promote the foliage. Still in the 60s at dulles. Now,ch as things are quiet things will be changing. Temperatures are pretty cool farther north, much warmer down to the south. 83 degrees in atlanta. A whether boundary is kind of a living titus will whether boundary is kind of splitting the two areas. We will start to see some high clouds rolling in through the afternoon. A few sprinkles possible overnight, but the bulk of the rain late tomorrow and into early saturday morning. Sunshine and high clouds for the remainder of this evening. Overnight, a few sprinkles possible. Most of the day relatively dry tomorrow. However, late into the evening, that slowly start to see heavier bands of rain moved through. This is friday at 8 00. Keep that in mind for friday night plans. Early saturday morning, showers lingering. And maybe a bit of clearing for the latter half of the day on saturday. Overall today, with some of the clouds moving in, upper 60s to lower 70s. Much cooler tomorrow with the cloud cover and rain, and we will stay in the 60s for the entire weekend and back into the 70s by early next week. Bundle up. Players are definitely the way to go. Layers are definitely the way to go for the red bull has agreed to pay 30 million to settle two lawsuits. This is after customers reportedly felt misled about the products benefits and the phrase red bull gives you wings. Those who purchased it between october 2002 and october of this month are eligible for up to 15,000 in red bull refunds and products. A preview of tonights newest episode of candle. Ok, it is time for this weeks scandal scoop. Olivia is known for handling things, but she is surprised when jake declines her invitation to dinner. There is one catch, though. Jake will be having dinner with olivia and her father, who is jakes old boss turned enemy. Here is a sneak peak. You are not my girlfriend. I know that. If you were, it would be bad. You are not my girlfriend, so no. Ok. Commie later if youre me to do that thingy. Want meme later if you to do that thingy. Come on, charlie. Use your head. He so violent. It appears jake is stirring up his trouble on his own. Stick around for abc 7 news at 11 00. No blurred lines for paula patton. The actress filed for divorce from her husband, singer robin thicke, citing irreconcilable differences. And she is asking for joint custody of their fouryearold son. The couple are separating after nine years of marriage. She was the inspiration behind much of his music, including his latest album titled paula. Biggest names in the rock n roll hall and action hall of fame induction the first group is green day, sting, and also bill withers and the marvel lets as well as joan jett and the black, nwa, and war. Is there something strange in your neighborhood, who are you going to call . [laughs] officially, the third ghostbusters film will feature a female cast. They will work with the writer of the female action comedy heat. I say, bring back everyone from bridesmai. O, yes what is happening outside today . Rain tomorrow rain tomorrow and much of the recant. Enjoy today. [dramatic music] [cheers and applause] yeah hey ha ha [cheers and applause] im terry crews. And its time to start making some people rich right here on millionaire [cheers and applause] our returning contestant has had to overcome personal obstacles just to have the confidence to stand in front of so many people today. 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