DC Council holds public roundtable to discuss impact of federal troops

The federal takeover of the Metropolitan Police Department may be over but federal law enforcement is still making arrests in the District. 

DC police actively recruiting new helicopter pilots
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The Metropolitan Police Department's helicopter unit is looking to fill two vacant positions as they now operate 24 hours a day, 7 days per week.

Committee hears DC residents speak out about officials possibly violating rights
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DC residents expressed their concerns to local leaders at a roundtable meeting, saying that police have been disproportionately targeting those perceived as immigrants.

Spooked monkey at Spirit Halloween swings from rafters

Shoppers at a Spirit Halloween store in Texas were shocked to see a live monkey wearing a diaper swinging from the rafters.

Disney’s Magic Kingdom remains most visited park in the world, report says

Disney’s magic remained strong last year as Magic Kingdom was again the most visited theme park in the world, a new industry attendance report says. 

SNAP Benefits Government Shutdown: DMV food banks bracing for surge

Food banks across the D.C. region are preparing for a surge in demand as millions of Americans face the possible loss of SNAP benefits by the end of the week.

1 dead, 1 injured in Charles County gas station shooting

One person is dead and another is hospitalized after a double shooting early Wednesday in the parking lot of a Charles County convenience store and gas station.

Woodmont Grill in Bethesda closes unexpectedly

Woodmont Grill, a longtime Bethesda restaurant known for its American cuisine and sushi, has closed its doors without warning.

Government Shutdown 2025 Update: SNAP benefits, WIC, Head Start and military pay

As the federal shutdown approaches the one-month mark, Americans are feeling the impact of lost funding and closed programs. States are rushing to fill gaps in food aid and early childhood services, while military families brace for missed paychecks.

SNAP Benefits Government Shutdown: DMV food banks brace for surge
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Food banks across the D.C. region are preparing for a surge in demand as millions of Americans face the possible loss of SNAP benefits by the end of the week.

Shoppers Food Warehouse closings could create a 'food desert'
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Maryland officials are concerned over a potential food desert as Shoppers Food Warehouse prepares to shut down four more locations in the region.

Government Shutdown: Day 29 as stalemate continues
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As the federal shutdown approaches the one-month mark, Americans are feeling the impact of lost funding and closed programs. States are rushing to fill gaps in food aid and early childhood services, while military families brace for missed paychecks.

Woman hit in face by duck on SeaWorld Orlando coaster, lawsuit says

An Orange County woman is suing SeaWorld after she was allegedly hit in the face by a duck while riding one of the park’s roller coasters earlier this year. 

Hurricane Melissa strands former Housewives of Potomac star Nneka Ihim in Jamaica

Former Real Housewives of Potomac cast member Nneka Ihim is stranded in Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa made landfall Tuesday as one of the strongest Atlantic storms on record.