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DC-area Catholics celebrate election of first American pope, Leo XIV
The nation’s capital is celebrating a historic moment — the election of the first American pope. Cardinal Robert Prevost has been named Pope Leo XIV.
FOX 5 DC
DC Plane Crash Investigation
Black Hawk pilot failed to heed flight instructor before DCA plane crash: report
The pilot of the Army Black Hawk helicopter that crashed into a passenger airplane near Reagan Airport in January ignored instructions to change course before the crash, according to a new report.
Local News
View More3 suspects wanted in connection to shooting near Northeast DC high school
D.C. police are working to identify three suspects involved in a shooting near a school in Northeast.
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There are few non-European popes: Here's why
Robert Prevost's election as the new pope marks the first time a person from the United States was selected as the head of the Roman Catholic faith. Here's what to know about where previous popes came from, and why an American pontiff was considered to be unlikely, until now.
Sports
View MoreCapitals beat Hurricanes in game 2 of second-round series, 3-1
The Washington Capitals won game two in their second-round series against the Carolina Hurricanes Thursday night as they chase the Stanley Cup.
Politics
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House Republicans push federal lands sale: Here's what it would be used for
The plan would sell acres of public lands in two states and is part of President Donald Trump’s bill of tax breaks and spending cuts.
Good Day DC
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Mother's Day Fashion Show
The MD Effect founder Matt Dillon stops by Good Day DC with a mini fashion show just in time for Mother's Day Weekend.
Health
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WeightWatchers files for bankruptcy
WeightWatchers, a company that started with one housewife in New York and grew to be the biggest company of its kind, is filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
Entertainment
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GoldenEye 007, Tamagotchi, Quake inducted into Video Game Hall of Fame
The 2025 World Video Game Hall of Fame class includes Defender, Tamagotchi, GoldenEye 007, and Quake—each recognized for reshaping gameplay and pop culture.
