Heat wave! Beat the heat this weekend - WTOP Weekend Headlines - Saturday, July 23, 2016

Storm Team 4 meteorologists are all saying one thing: It's going to be hot this weekend. A heat advisory is in effect from noon to 8 p.m. with afternoon temperatures in upper 90s and heat index near 105. Find out how to beat the heat and stay cool for the summer. [Logo] WEEKEND HEADLINES - July 23, 2016 [mobile-header-ad] [alt text here] [mobile-img] [alt text here] [Heat wave! Beat the heat this weekend] Storm Team 4 meteorologists are all saying one thing: It's going to be hot this weekend. A heat advisory is in effect from noon to 8 p.m. with afternoon temperatures in upper 90s and heat index near 105. Find out how to beat the heat and stay cool for the summer. [Winning Mega Millions ticket sold in Pr. William Co.] A winning Mega Millions ticket was sold in Gainesville, Virginia. 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