Lauren Arikan, Virginia Leaf Blower Ban, DC Road Closure, Mamdani Snub
Podcast: O'Connor & CompanyPublished On: Tue Feb 10 2026
Description: In the 7 AM Hour, Larry O’Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: LAUREN ARIKAN: Md. Del. Lauren Arikan joins the show to discuss Maryland's energy policies and power grid concerns. LEAF BLOWERS: Virginia Senate Republicans help kill a bill that would have banned gas-powered leaf blowers. DC ROAD: A section of 14th Street NW in DC is closed due to the risk of a sewer line collapse. MAMDANI: NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani breaks tradition by snubbing the installation ceremony of the new Catholic Archbishop. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Tuesday, February 10, 2026 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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