2 dogs dead, 2 women injured after dog attack in Bethesda: police

A dog was killed by two other dogs in Bethesda and two women were injured trying to break up the incident, Montgomery County police say. 

Shockingly high number of young voters say UnitedHealthcare CEO's murder was "acceptable"

While a portion of younger voters found the actions of the accused killer “acceptable," most voters opposed the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, a new poll shows.

9-year-old student found with knife in Maryland school: sheriff

A 9-year-old student will face disciplinary action after authorities say they were found with a knife on school grounds.

Driver flees after crash sends vehicle into building: DC police

The driver of a vehicle involved in an early morning crash in D.C. drove off from the scene before authorities arrived, police say.

Teen girl shot near Dunbar High School, police investigating

A 17-year-old Dunbar High School student is recovering from a gunshot wound after being shot Tuesday afternoon near Dunbar High School in Northwest D.C., according to police.

Thieves steal car with child inside; Police find both in DC

A vehicle with a young boy in the back seat was stolen Tuesday evening in Oxon Hill, leading to a multi-agency search that ended with the child being found safe in Washington, D.C., authorities said.

Unruly Royal Caribbean cruise ship passenger accused of attacking crew member dies after detainment

Cell phone video captured the dramatic moments aboard a Royal Caribbean cruise as a man hurled threats and tried to kick down a door on the boat. The man seen on the video died a short time after he was detained, his family said.

Wisconsin school shooting: Motive appears to be 'combination of factors'

Madison police said detectives are looking into the suspected shooter's online activity and say the motive appears to be a "combination of factors."

5-year-old girl remains in critical condition after shot by 3-year-old brother in DC

A five-year-old girl is fighting for her life after she was accidentally shot in her home by her younger brother. The shooting occurred in an apartment on Galveston Place in Southeast Washington around 6:30 p.m. Monday.

Madison school shooting, police chief issues correction

A school shooting in Madison left three people dead, including the suspected shooter, and six others wounded on Monday morning.

DC Council committee votes to recommend Trayon White for expulsion amid bribery allegations

The ad hoc committee investigating bribery allegations against Washington, D.C. Councilmember Trayon White has voted to recommend the expulsion of the embattled lawmaker. This unanimous decision follows the committee's review of a damning report, which found "substantial evidence" that White violated the D.C. Code of Conduct in office.

3-year-old boy shoots sister, 5, in DC

A young girl is fighting for her life after being shot Monday evening in Southwest D.C., authorities confirmed.