How much does a Powerball lottery ticket cost?

The Powerball jackpot has swelled to an estimated $1.7 billion as of Tuesday, giving players a chance at one of the largest prizes in U.S. lottery history.

‘Superman’ police officer pushes bus full of Granbury ISD students

A police officer for the Granbury Independent School District is going viral thanks to a video that shows his incredible strength. He pushed a broken-down school bus full of children out of traffic.

Virginia man killed in wrong‑way, head‑on crash in Charles County

A Virginia man was killed in a head‑on crash Monday along Piscataway Highway, also known as Indian Head Highway, in Charles County.

1 person critically injured in southeast DC fire

One person is in critical condition after a fire at an apartment building in southeast D.C.

2025 Holiday Shipping Deadlines: USPS, FedEx, UPS important dates to remember

With the holidays right around the corner, you need to be sure to mail packages early to ensure on-time delivery. Keep these essential 2025 shipping deadlines in mind from USPS, FedEx, and UPS to ensure your cards and gifts reach their destinations in time for Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa and other holidays.

Former DC teacher facing child sexual abuse material charges
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The FBI is asking for information about a former D.C. teacher who was arrested and is now facing child sexual abuse material charges.

YouTuber 'Adam The Woo' dead at 51

The popular YouTuber was found dead in his Celebration home.

1-on-1 with Fairfax County Police Chief
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Fairfax County Chief of Police Kevin Davis discusses ways to protect yourself against skimming scams, staying safe this holiday season and the changes at the top of the Metropolitan Police Department.

Driver charged with DUI after crashing into 2 homes in DC

D.C. police, and Fire and EMS responded to a home on Southeast Monday evening after a car slammed into two homes. 

Loudoun County schools to limit public comment at school board meetings

A federal appeals court has ruled that Loudoun County Public Schools can limit what parents say during school board meetings, specifically when it comes to calling out or criticizing individual students by name or talking about them in a way they can be identified.

Montgomery County restaurant openings outpace closures, data shows

Another beloved Montgomery County restaurant closed its doors in December. It follows a string of well-known spots shutting down, citing economic pressures.

Plan your travel: Metro announces free rides, parking for holidays

Metro has announced that there will be additional hours of operations for the holidays, and free rides and parking will also be available during select times.