Memorial Bridge could close by 2021 without major upgrades - WTOP Afternoon Headlines - Monday, June 20, 2016

D.C.'s mayor and two Virginia senators warn that the Memorial Bridge could shut down by 2021 without a major safety overhaul. “This bridge is evaluated as the most vulnerable bridge in the whole federal system,” said Warner, who explained the 84-year-old bridge was built with a life expectancy of 75 years. [Logo] DAILY HEADLINES - June 20, 2016 [alt text here] [mobile-img] [alt text here] [Memorial Bridge could close by 2021 without major upgrades] D.C.'s mayor and two Virginia senators warn that the Memorial Bridge could shut down by 2021 without a major safety overhaul. “This bridge is evaluated as the most vulnerable bridge in the whole federal system,” said Warner, who explained the 84-year-old bridge was built with a life expectancy of 75 years. [mobile-img] [alt text here] [Millions eligible for free tickets through Ticketmaster] If you bought a ticket through Ticketmaster between late 1999 and early 2013, you could be eligible for free tickets to a number of events. 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