'State of the Plate': DC restaurant association provides update on industry conditions
The restaurant industry in D.C. is still recovering from a rough 2025.
The restaurant industry in D.C. is still recovering from a rough 2025.
Cherry blossom forecast: What to expect this spring
After a winter of bitter cold, snowstorms and persistent rain, many are wondering what it means for D.C.’s iconic cherry blossoms.
After a winter of bitter cold, snowstorms and persistent rain, many are wondering what it means for D.C.’s iconic cherry blossoms.
Home values are rising again — Here’s where the market is rebounding
U.S. home values rose in February for the first time in seven months, and existing home sales increased from a year earlier, according to Zillow.
U.S. home values rose in February for the first time in seven months, and existing home sales increased from a year earlier, according to Zillow.
Millions of pounds of frozen food products recalled due to possible glass contamination
A recall for millions of pounds of food products from Ajinomoto Foods sold nationwide has expanded due to possible foreign material contamination, according to an alert from the Food Safety and Inspection Service.
A recall for millions of pounds of food products from Ajinomoto Foods sold nationwide has expanded due to possible foreign material contamination, according to an alert from the Food Safety and Inspection Service.
Target will stop selling cereals with synthetic colors: Did your favorite make the list?
Target will take all cereals that contain certified synthetic colors off the shelves by the end of May, becoming one of the first national retailers to do so.
Target will take all cereals that contain certified synthetic colors off the shelves by the end of May, becoming one of the first national retailers to do so.
Oceans Calling drops 2026 lineup: Dave Matthews Band, Twenty One Pilots, Mumford & Sons and more
Over 40 performers will take to three different stages on the Ocean City Boardwalk for the 2026 Oceans Calling on September 25–27.
Over 40 performers will take to three different stages on the Ocean City Boardwalk for the 2026 Oceans Calling on September 25–27.
Papa Johns is closing 300 restaurants: What to know
Papa Johns has announced plans to close roughly 300 restaurants across North America. Here's what we know.
Papa Johns has announced plans to close roughly 300 restaurants across North America. Here's what we know.
DC, Maryland rank as some of the best states for women in 2026, study finds
A new WalletHub report examines how women are faring across the United States in 2026, highlighting ongoing gaps in pay, political representation and opportunity.
A new WalletHub report examines how women are faring across the United States in 2026, highlighting ongoing gaps in pay, political representation and opportunity.
These states stand out as the best for women in 2026, study finds
A new WalletHub report examines how women are faring across the United States in 2026, highlighting ongoing gaps in pay, political representation and opportunity.
A new WalletHub report examines how women are faring across the United States in 2026, highlighting ongoing gaps in pay, political representation and opportunity.
McDonald’s ‘biggest’ burger coming to US: Here’s when, how much it will cost
McDonald’s Big Arch Burger will be rolling out nationally soon. Here’s when you can get it.
McDonald’s Big Arch Burger will be rolling out nationally soon. Here’s when you can get it.
Tulip Day Washington draws buzz as sign-up site goes down
Coming up this month, spring's most colorful new event: Tulip Day Washington.
Coming up this month, spring's most colorful new event: Tulip Day Washington.
Delta pauses flights to Israel following strikes on Iran
Delta Air Lines has paused flights to Israel and issued travel waivers as military strikes under "Operation Epic Fury" escalate in the Middle East.
Delta Air Lines has paused flights to Israel and issued travel waivers as military strikes under "Operation Epic Fury" escalate in the Middle East.
Mexico unrest sparks spring break shakeups at last minute as travelers scramble and pivot
Spring break travelers are changing their vacation plans based on Mexico violence concerns. Travel advisors recommend Caribbean alternatives amid Puerto Vallarta security concerns.
Spring break travelers are changing their vacation plans based on Mexico violence concerns. Travel advisors recommend Caribbean alternatives amid Puerto Vallarta security concerns.
Target will only sell cereals without synthetic colors
This spring, Target is making a significant change to its cereal offerings by only offering cereals made without synthetic colors. Here's what you need to know.
This spring, Target is making a significant change to its cereal offerings by only offering cereals made without synthetic colors. Here's what you need to know.
2Fifty Texas BBQ restaurant burglarized in DC
Popular barbecue spot 2Fifty Texas BBQ had their window smashed in and valuables stolen from their D.C. location in the early morning hours Thursday.
Popular barbecue spot 2Fifty Texas BBQ had their window smashed in and valuables stolen from their D.C. location in the early morning hours Thursday.
Maryland considers increasing minimum wage to $25, ending tipped pay
Lawmakers in Maryland are debating a proposed change to the state’s minimum wage that could mean more money in workers’ pockets.
Lawmakers in Maryland are debating a proposed change to the state’s minimum wage that could mean more money in workers’ pockets.
Ford recalls over 4.3 million vehicles over software issue
Ford is recalling more than 4.3 million pickup trucks and SUVs due to a software issue that could cause trailer brakes not to function.
Ford is recalling more than 4.3 million pickup trucks and SUVs due to a software issue that could cause trailer brakes not to function.
Burger King Whopper is changing following customer feedback
Burger King is giving its iconic Whopper a makeover for the first time in nearly 10 years – here’s what’s changing and why now.
Burger King is giving its iconic Whopper a makeover for the first time in nearly 10 years – here’s what’s changing and why now.
Waldorf Astoria unveiling its cherry blossom display
The Waldorf Astoria is unveiling its annual cherry blossom display ahead of the annual peak bloom prediction on March 5th by the National Park Service!
The Waldorf Astoria is unveiling its annual cherry blossom display ahead of the annual peak bloom prediction on March 5th by the National Park Service!
'Great Value' cottage cheese sold at Walmart recalled in 24 states over possible health risk
The new recall impacts cottage cheese products sold under the “Great Value" label at Walmart stores in multiple states including Arizona, California, Georgia, and Texas.
The new recall impacts cottage cheese products sold under the “Great Value" label at Walmart stores in multiple states including Arizona, California, Georgia, and Texas.