National Guard shooting suspect pleads not guilty, faces death penalty

Rahmanullah Lakanwal, accused in the fatal shooting of a National Guard member in Washington, D.C., pleaded not guilty Tuesday to new federal charges that make the case death penalty-eligible.

DC Primary Election 2026: What voters need to know on Election Day

It is officially Primary Day in the District of Columbia. Polls open at 7 a.m. as voters choose candidates for mayor, attorney general, the D.C. Council and the city’s delegate to Congress. This election marks the first use of ranked‑choice voting in a citywide primary. Here’s what you need to know as you head to the polls.

How to watch LIVE DC mayoral primary election results

District voters will head to the polls on June 16 to cast ballots in the Democratic primary for mayor of Washington, D.C.

Voting guide: How DC's new ranked choice voting ballot works

D.C. has adopted ranked choice voting, letting voters rank candidates in order of preference instead of picking just one. Here's how the new system works — starting with the June 16 primary.

DC psychotherapist sentenced to 10 years for child sex abuse material offenses

Victor Renato Blythe, a 61-year-old former child psychotherapist from Washington, D.C., has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for possessing and distributing child sexual abuse material.

Red Line shutdown begins July 6 as commuters brace for major summer disruptions

A major summer shutdown on the Red Line is just weeks away, and officials are again warning commuters to prepare for significant delays across rail and road networks in Montgomery County.

DC weather: Sunny Monday with highs near 80 degrees

A sunny and less humid Monday for the Washington, D.C. region, with afternoon highs near 80 degrees after a hot and humid weekend.

Kennedy Center officials say Trump’s name has been removed

A crowd gathered at the Kennedy Center over the weekend, beginning Friday, with some celebrating after a judge denied a last‑minute request to pause the removal of President Donald J. Trump’s name from the facade and portico.

UFC Freedom 250 street closures, parking restrictions continue Monday

Some street closures and parking restrictions tied to the UFC Freedom 250 event on the White House South Lawn remain in effect Monday, even though the fights have ended.

UFC Freedom 250: heightened security, traffic at The White House

Washington, D.C. is under heightened security Sunday evening as thousands of fans, fighters and VIP guests converge on the White House grounds for the historic UFC Freedom 250.

How to watch UFC Freedom250; LIVE coverage on FOX LOCAL

UFC Freedom 250 is bringing a historic fight card to the nation's capitol, and fans have multiple ways to catch the action live.

UFC Freedom250 fighters guide: Everything to know before White House fights

The Octagon has taken its place on the South Lawn and the lineup has been set as the countdown begins for a historic fight night in the nation's capital.

Where to watch UFC Freedom 250 in DC area: From the Ellipse to local bars

Whether you want to join tens of thousands of fans outdoors or grab a beer at a local bar, here is your guide to UFC Freedom 250 watch parties in the District.

DC weather alert: Strong storms possible during UFC Freedom 250 weekend

Hot and humid weather is back in the D.C. area, with strong to severe storms possible later in the day as fans make plans for UFC 250.