July 4th public transit survival guide for DC
America250 celebrations are expected to draw unprecedented crowds to the nation's capital, making the Metro mandatory for travel.
America250 celebrations are expected to draw unprecedented crowds to the nation's capital, making the Metro mandatory for travel.
July 4th in DC: Road closures and parking restrictions
Here's a breakdown of the major road closures, parking restrictions and watercraft limitations across the city for Fourth of July weekend.
Here's a breakdown of the major road closures, parking restrictions and watercraft limitations across the city for Fourth of July weekend.
DC July 4th fireworks and parade: Where to watch, start times and more
Everything you need to know to secure your spot for the "Salute to America 250" spectacle.
Everything you need to know to secure your spot for the "Salute to America 250" spectacle.
July 4th in DC guide: Extreme heat, enhanced security and Freedom 250 schedule
As the region braces for potentially dangerous heat this Independence Day, preparations are well underway for the massive Freedom 250 "Salute to America" celebration on the National Mall.
As the region braces for potentially dangerous heat this Independence Day, preparations are well underway for the massive Freedom 250 "Salute to America" celebration on the National Mall.
Heat dome baking the DMV: Record-breaking temps set to soar above 100 degrees
The Washington, D.C. area is currently baking under a massive heat dome, and meteorologists warn that the worst is yet to come.
The Washington, D.C. area is currently baking under a massive heat dome, and meteorologists warn that the worst is yet to come.
8 pit bull puppies stolen from Southeast DC home
A Southeast D.C. resident is speaking out after a litter of eight pit bull terrier puppies was stolen from his home over the weekend.
A Southeast D.C. resident is speaking out after a litter of eight pit bull terrier puppies was stolen from his home over the weekend.
Great American State Fair prepares for July 4 crowds, heat on National Mall
The Fourth of July weekend is bringing big crowds, big celebrations and big weather concerns to the National Mall. Here’s what visitors should know before heading to the Great American State Fair.
The Fourth of July weekend is bringing big crowds, big celebrations and big weather concerns to the National Mall. Here’s what visitors should know before heading to the Great American State Fair.
Extreme heat prompts safety warnings ahead of July 4 events in DC region
Extreme heat is moving into the D.C. region just as July 4 celebrations get underway. Here’s how to stay safe, spot signs of heat illness and protect pets and vulnerable neighbors.
Extreme heat is moving into the D.C. region just as July 4 celebrations get underway. Here’s how to stay safe, spot signs of heat illness and protect pets and vulnerable neighbors.
New draft master plan reveals vision for neighborhood around future RFK stadium
The District has revealed its first comprehensive vision for the future of the 180-acre RFK Stadium campus.
The District has revealed its first comprehensive vision for the future of the 180-acre RFK Stadium campus.
Teen faces gun charges after weapons found following DC church shooting
A 16-year-old boy faces multiple firearms charges after police found two guns in his backpacks while interviewing witnesses of a double shooting Monday at a Northeast D.C. church.
A 16-year-old boy faces multiple firearms charges after police found two guns in his backpacks while interviewing witnesses of a double shooting Monday at a Northeast D.C. church.
Bottled water available free at Freedom 250 Salute to America event inside secure zone
With extreme heat and large crowds expected this Fourth of July weekend, D.C. officials are urging people to plan ahead as celebrations ramp up across the city.
With extreme heat and large crowds expected this Fourth of July weekend, D.C. officials are urging people to plan ahead as celebrations ramp up across the city.
Man wins $50K lawsuit after protesting, trolling national guard with Darth Vader theme song
The District of Columbia has agreed to a $50,000 settlement to resolve a lawsuit from a man who claimed police detained him for playing Darth Vader's theme song while following an Ohio National Guard patrol.
The District of Columbia has agreed to a $50,000 settlement to resolve a lawsuit from a man who claimed police detained him for playing Darth Vader's theme song while following an Ohio National Guard patrol.
What is a heat dome? How will it impact the DC, Maryland and Virginia region?
If you’ve been outside in the DMV this week, you already know something’s brewing. By Wednesday, that "something" has a name: heat dome. And this one is shaping up to be a doozy, arriving right as the region gears up for a big Fourth of July weekend.
If you’ve been outside in the DMV this week, you already know something’s brewing. By Wednesday, that "something" has a name: heat dome. And this one is shaping up to be a doozy, arriving right as the region gears up for a big Fourth of July weekend.
2 men shot near DC church holding a stop the violence campaign
A gun violence prevention event in northeast Washington was disrupted Monday by a double shooting that left two men injured near a local church.
A gun violence prevention event in northeast Washington was disrupted Monday by a double shooting that left two men injured near a local church.
Extreme Heat Watch, Heat Advisory issued as dangerous conditions grip the DMV
Dangerously hot conditions with extreme heat index values are expected across Washington, D.C., Maryland and northern Virginia from Wednesday into the Fourth of July holiday weekend.
Dangerously hot conditions with extreme heat index values are expected across Washington, D.C., Maryland and northern Virginia from Wednesday into the Fourth of July holiday weekend.
1 dead after 2 alarm fire at DC high rise apartment
One person has died after a two‑alarm fire early Tuesday at a 10‑story high‑rise apartment building in southeast Washington.
One person has died after a two‑alarm fire early Tuesday at a 10‑story high‑rise apartment building in southeast Washington.
Pit bull puppies stolen during DC burglary
Police are searching for eight pit bull puppies stolen during a burglary at a home in southeast Washington.
Police are searching for eight pit bull puppies stolen during a burglary at a home in southeast Washington.
2026 Patriot Games: Dates revealed, applications opened for national high school competition
The Patriot Games are coming Washington, D.C. in the first weeks of August.
The Patriot Games are coming Washington, D.C. in the first weeks of August.
Bowser details DC's Fourth of July public safety preparations
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser and city officials detailed the public safety preparations in place for this year’s Fourth of July celebrations and America’s 250th anniversary events.
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser and city officials detailed the public safety preparations in place for this year’s Fourth of July celebrations and America’s 250th anniversary events.
DC prepares for Fourth of July celebrations with fencing, safety measures and road closures
Washington, D.C. is just days away from Fourth of July festivities marking America’s 250th anniversary, and city leaders are finalizing preparations for the large‑scale events planned on the National Mall.
Washington, D.C. is just days away from Fourth of July festivities marking America’s 250th anniversary, and city leaders are finalizing preparations for the large‑scale events planned on the National Mall.