Elderly Florida woman collects $108K in unclaimed funds after thinking she was getting scammed

It seemed like every time 88-year-old Barbara checked her mail, she had another letter from a law firm or a private investigator, all offering to help her claim money they said she was owed, in exchange for part of the proceeds. 

Maryland man injured after pet buffalo attacks him

Dick Wildes says at one point, he owned about 50 buffalo, and kept up to 30 on his farm in Hollywood, St. Mary’s County.

Amazon receives $81,000 from Arlington as part of HQ2 deal

Amazon is getting its first check from Arlington County for HQ2. It’s an incentive payment of more than $80,000 from hotel taxes.

National Guard deployment in DC could extend through December, reports say

National Guard troops deployment in D.C. could reportedly last through December - beyond the initial 30 days that was expected to end September 10.

Military flyover marks Polish president’s visit to White House

A U.S. military flyover above the White House Wednesday morning marked President Trump’s meeting with Poland’s newly elected president, Karol Nawrocki.

JD Vance visits Annunciation Church a week after mass shooting

A week after a mass shooting in Minneapolis killed two children and injured 21 other people, Vice President JD Vance visited Annunciation Catholic Church to pay respect to the victims.

Bowser announces DC police pay raises, pushes crime-fighting strategy

Mayor Muriel Bowser, alongside City Council Chair Phil Mendelson and other officials, announced a new labor agreement with the D.C. Fraternal Order of Police that includes a 13% pay raise for officers beginning October 1.

New laws in effect for DC this month

It may not be the start of the year, but several laws are still going into effect in Washington, D.C., this month.

'Demented' Monroe doctor allegedly solicited sex with 5-year-old in Florida sting

He allegedly pursued a platonic relationship to see if the "mom" would allow her 5-year-old to be courted by and have a sexual relationship with him.

'Bright colors' requested at funeral for Annunciation student Fletcher Merkel

A funeral service has been planned this weekend for 8-year-old Fletcher Merkel, one of the two children killed during the mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church.

Cal Ripken Jr. reflects on 30th anniversary of breaking streak
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It?s been 30 years since Orioles legend and Hall of Famer Cal Ripken Jr. broke Lou Gehrig?s record for consecutive games played. Ripken spoke with FOX 5?s Steve Chenevey to share personal memories from that historic moment and reflect on its lasting impact on baseball.

Federal judge hears Virginia school bathroom policy case

Wednesday morning, a federal judge heard arguments in a lawsuit involving transgender bathroom policies within Northern Virginia schools. 

Virginia school districts battle over transgender bathroom rules
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Two northern Virginia school districts are suing the federal Department of Education as they continue to battle over transgender bathroom policies.

Epstein Files: Survivors rally in DC, demand full disclosure

Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse gathered on Capitol Hill Wednesday morning, demanding transparency and justice following the release of thousands of pages of federal documents tied to the Epstein investigation.

Kawhi Leonard scandal: What we know about the alleged $28M ‘no-show job’

A new report alleges Kawhi Leonard made $28 million in a "no-show" job for a fraudulent tree-planting company partially funded by Clippers owner Steve Ballmer. The Clippers have denied the allegations.

Epstein Files: Survivors rally in DC, demand full disclosure
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Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein?s abuse gathered on Capitol Hill Wednesday morning, demanding transparency and justice following the release of thousands of pages of federal documents tied to the Epstein investigation.