Senate confirms Kash Patel as FBI director

Kash Patel, a fierce Trump loyalist, will be the next director of the FBI, an agency he has repeatedly criticized.

Judge who was suspended from bench appointed to senior DOJ role: reports

Vance Day was accused of refusing to marry same-sex couples, hanging a picture of Hitler on a courthouse wall and intimidating a soccer referee, among other allegations.

Maryland woman accused of killing, dismembering mother sentenced to life in prison

A Maryland woman has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole after she was found guilty on all counts, including first-degree murder, in the death of her 71-year-old mother.

DC restaurant owner arrested for illegal alcohol sales says he's 'been targeted'

A D.C. restaurant owner has been arrested for alleged illegal alcohol sales. The charge comes after years of violence tied to the restaurant, including shootings and assaults, according to police.

Judge upholds DNA evidence in Bryan Kohberger Idaho murders trial

A judge has ruled on the use of DNA evidence in the trial of Bryan Kohberger, accused of murdering four University of Idaho students.

Witnesses question use of force in deadly DC Police shooting

Three D.C. police officers are on paid leave following two separate officer-involved shootings Tuesday along Georgia Avenue in Northwest, one of which resulted in a man’s death.

DC police investigate 2 officer-involved shootings amid continued violence

After a violent weekend in the District, crime continues into the workweek, with D.C. police investigating more shootings, two of which involved police officers, with one turning deadly.

Feds bust Chilean migrant gang that targeted NFL, NBA players

Authorities have unsealed charges for seven Chilean migrants accused of burglarizing the homes of NFL and NBA players, including Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, Joe Burrow and Luka Doncic.

DC liquor store manager on edge after Valentine’s Day break-in

A liquor store manager in Southeast D.C. is shaken after two thieves broke into his store early on Valentine’s Day, stealing cash and a bottle of tequila before escaping into the night.

Apparent Zizians leader ordered held without bail in Maryland

A Maryland court on Tuesday ordered Jack LaSota, a blogger known as Ziz who apparently leads a cult-like group linked to six killings, to be held without bail.

Maryland man charged with murder: police

A Maryland man has been charged in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred Sunday evening. 

2 suspects charged in deadly District Heights shooting, police say

Prince George’s County police say two suspects have been charged in connection to a deadly shooting that took place earlier this month. 

Athletic director in Virginia arrested for allegedly sending nude pics to student

A James Wood High School athletic director has been arrested and charged in connection with allegations of sending sexually explicit photographs to a student. 

Oakland County Sheriff gives update on wellbeing of kids abandoned by Pontiac mom

The Oakland County Prosecutor is evaluating the case against a mom accused of abandoning her three kids for years at a Pontiac home where they lived in filth and squalor.