In today’s rundown: Where local residents can stay cool. | One D.C. mayoral candidate discusses HIV, AIDS and government responsibility.
— With the blistering heat continuing, cooling centers throughout the region remain open (check out the full list here), while outdoor public pools and libraries in the District extend their hours to 9 p.m. The 100+ degree weather is particularly hard on the homeless. The United Planning Organization is transporting some of the homeless to cooling centers. They can be reached at 1-800-535-7252.
— The Examiner.com has posted a two-part interview with D.C. mayoral candidate Vincent Gray. The interview focuses mostly on dealing with HIV and AIDS. Click here to read the first part.