Rolling Cocoa Festival takes over DC: Your full things to do guide in DC, Maryland & Virginia

Celebrate Ghana's Independence Day, Women's History Month, and cherry blossoms with a number of activities around D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. Here is your guide to things to do in the D.C. area. 

Here's where Aldi plans to open new US stores, convert existing chains

Aldi plans to add 800 stores across the U.S., including new openings and store conversions of existing grocery chains. Here’s what plans have been released.

Aldi expansion: Grocer to open 800 new stores in US by 2028

Aldi says the nationwide expansion plan will offer products at “the lowest possible prices.” Here's a look at where Aldi will open.

Cole Brauer becomes 1st US woman to sail solo around the world

Cole Brauer from Long Island, New York marked a big finish Thursday, becoming the first U.S. female to sail solo around the globe.

Louisiana declares disaster as crawfish shortage hits hard

Amid a crawfish shortage in Louisiana, the nation’s top producer of the crustaceans that are a staple in Gulf Coast seafood boils, Gov. Jeff Landry issued a disaster declaration for the impacted industry Wednesday.

Las Vegas’ Bellagio helps rescue yellow-billed loon from its fountain

The Bellagio in Las Vegas had to pause its fountain show, as it worked with officials to rescue a yellow-billed loon who “found comfort" in the water.

DC Cherry Blossoms: Small green buds mark start of stage 1 on way to peak bloom

The famous Japanese cherry blossom trees surrounding Washington, D.C.’s Tidal Basin and National Mall have reached stage one of development as they move toward peak bloom.

Car stolen in 1992 found in Virginia lake

A car that was reported stolen in 1992 was found Monday morning, officials say. 

American Airlines orders 260 new planes, including Boeing Max jets

American Airlines purchased 260 planes – including a significant number of Boeing's largest 737 Max airplane – in an effort to boost its domestic and short-haul international network and expand its first-class seating. 

Soft drink company hiring two 'soda consultants' to travel across America for $40K

If you're tech-savvy and love to travel, you might be a great contender for a dream role with a beverage brand that's hiring a "senior soda consultant" to embark on an American adventure.

Krispy Kreme to offer free doughnuts on Super Tuesday

Krispy Kreme is enticing Americans to participate in Super Tuesday with their "Doughmocracy" initiative, offering two free glazed doughnuts to customers nationwide.

GM pickup recall: Drivers warned of tailgate issue impacting 820,000 trucks

GM is recalling 820,000 pickup trucks in North America because the tailgates could unlatch and unexpectedly open. Here’s what vehicles are under recall.

Legally blind student defies odds, gets accepted into veterinarian school

A Texas student defied expectations by gaining acceptance into the Texas Tech University School of Veterinary Medicine. Born prematurely with limited vision, Faith Snapp sees her blindness not as a barrier but as a challenge to overcome.