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Freedom 250 Grand Prix extended to 250 miles to honor America’s 250th birthday

The Freedom 250 Grand Prix will be expanded to a full 250‑mile race to mark America’s 250th birthday, officials announced.

August 4, 2026 12:42pm EDT

Maryland House approves amendment clarifying congressional redistricting rules

August 4, 2026 12:21pm EDT

Montgomery County police warn about gold bar scams

August 4, 2026 11:46am EDT

Virginia's 2026 primary election voter guide: races, candidates and dates

August 4, 2026 11:13am EDT

Virginia Primary 2026: Election Day info, how to vote in person & when the polls close

August 4, 2026 11:13am EDT

DC weather: Warm, humid Tuesday with highs in the upper 80s

August 4, 2026 11:13am EDT

National News

Some older Ford vehicles pose 'unreasonable' safety risks, regulators warn

Some older Ford cars and SUVs pose "unreasonable" safety risks, according to federal regulators. Here's what to know.

August 4, 2026 1:59pm EDT

Family of In-N-Out worker killed in Idaho mourns “an amazing, beautiful soul"

August 4, 2026 12:12am EDT

Watch: Bison chases child at Yellowstone National Park during terrifying close encounter

August 3, 2026 8:06pm EDT

US plans permanent visa bond rule affecting mostly African countries

August 3, 2026 5:13pm EDT

In-N-Out Burger mass shooting motive still in question

August 3, 2026 4:25pm EDT

Poll reveals changes about Americans' attitudes towards cellphones in schools

August 3, 2026 3:33pm EDT

Sports

UEFA threatens FIFA with legal action over Infantino’s failed World Cup plan

UEFA has warned FIFA that it may take legal action over Gianni Infantino’s abandoned plan to bring private investors into a company controlling future World Cup business.

August 4, 2026 7:48am EDT

UFC fighter Allan Nascimento dead at 34 after apparent heart attack

August 3, 2026 8:35pm EDT

Judge says athletes who signed pro contracts can't return to college

August 3, 2026 2:19pm EDT

Commanders training camp gives fans early look at 2026 roster

August 3, 2026 12:54pm EDT

Former college football standout Levi Wyatt dead at 23

August 3, 2026 8:20am EDT

Nationals trade Luis García Jr. to Yankees in exchange for 4 pitchers

August 2, 2026 8:34pm EDT

Three former FBI agents fired after working on the investigation into President Donald Trump’s efforts to overturn the 2020 election are receiving support from current and former law enforcement officials as they challenge their dismissals in court.

August 4, 2026 3:13pm EDT

Trump slams Exxon, Chevron for making 'too much money'

August 4, 2026 2:02pm EDT

Maryland House approves amendment clarifying congressional redistricting rules

August 4, 2026 12:21pm EDT

New poll shows growing majority of Americans want Iran war over ‘now’

August 4, 2026 12:19pm EDT

Virginia's 2026 primary election voter guide: races, candidates and dates

August 4, 2026 11:13am EDT

Virginia Primary 2026: Election Day info, how to vote in person & when the polls close

August 4, 2026 11:13am EDT

Good Day DC

'Baldie Brunch' Recap

Interview with Founder of Baldare, Chidi Achebe

August 4, 2026 11:05am EDT

How to Support Military Families

August 4, 2026 10:50am EDT

Non-Profit Teachers Kids How Yo Make Healthy Drinks

August 4, 2026 10:48am EDT

Make Healthy Meals Without Using The Stove

August 4, 2026 10:31am EDT

Must Haves For Flying With Baby

August 4, 2026 10:10am EDT

Planning Last Minute Budget-Friendly Trips

August 4, 2026 9:45am EDT

Health

Early eating habits could have lasting effects on dementia risk, study suggests

Consuming less of this during pregnancy and the first years of life may lower the risk of developing dementia decades later.

August 3, 2026 2:21pm EDT

Bourbon virus in the Northeast: What to know about possibly deadly tick-borne virus

August 3, 2026 11:45am EDT

Cyclosporiasis outbreak deaths: 2 dead in Michigan as cases continue to climb

2 dead in cyclosporiasis outbreak in Michigan

August 3, 2026 10:59am EDT

Rethinking protein: Less may be more for healthy aging, study finds

August 2, 2026 7:36pm EDT

Older adults taking 5 or more prescription drugs face higher risk of death, study finds

July 31, 2026 2:40pm EDT

VA launches trial of GLP-1 drugs to treat alcohol use disorder in veterans

July 31, 2026 1:48pm EDT

Entertainment

Watch: Costumed fans create memorable moment after Spider-Man viewing

Spider-Man fans, dressed in full costume created a memorable moment after coming out of a recent showing of Spider-Man: Brand New Day.

August 4, 2026 2:31pm EDT

Leonardo DiCaprio, Jeff Bezos commit $200 million to save endangered species

August 4, 2026 1:02pm EDT

UFC fighter Allan Nascimento dead at 34 after apparent heart attack

August 3, 2026 8:35pm EDT

Massive Attack barred from returning to Singapore after flag display

August 2, 2026 10:23pm EDT

45 years later: MTV debuted on this date in 1981

August 1, 2026 8:12pm EDT

‘The Sopranos’ actor Vincent Pastore dies at 80, reports say

August 1, 2026 5:45pm EDT

Money

Roebbelen Expands in Indian Head with Local Investment and Veteran-Focused Workforce Development

Roebbelen Contracting’s growing presence in Charles County, Maryland, is about more than expanding operations, it is about investing in people, partnerships, and the future of the Indian Head community.

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