Maryland Purple Line reaches milestone with final track installed

Maryland leaders marked a major Purple Line milestone Thursday as crews installed the final rail connecting Montgomery and Prince George’s counties.

Maryland Purple Lane update: Crews lay final piece of track
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Maryland's long-delayed Purple Line project reached a major construction milestone on Thursday, laying the final piece of track between Montgomery and Prince George's counties. The line is projected to launch by the end of 2027.

DC weather: Clouds and sun for FOX 5 Weather Day at Nats Park

Early rain clears out Thursday, setting up a mix of clouds and sun with highs in the mid‑60s for FOX 5 Weather Day at Nationals Park.

Exploring DC’s Museum of the Bible
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Our National Travel and Tourism Week coverage continues with a visit to the global, innovative and educational institution in the heart of D.C., the Museum of the Bible. 

DOJ opens investigation into Fairfax County prosecutor

The Justice Department has launched a formal investigation into Fairfax County Commonwealth’s Attorney Steve Descano over policies in his office involving criminal cases tied to non‑citizens.

OSSE testing new school bus tracker

The District of Columbia’s education department is testing a new bus tracking app designed to help thousands of special needs parents and students across the nation’s capital.

Virginia traveler from hantavirus stricken cruise ship returns home, officials say

The Virginia Department of Health says one Virginia traveler who was aboard a cruise ship hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak has returned home and is under public health monitoring.

Virginia man accused of sexually assaulting girl allegedly tried to bribe mother with house: report

A Virginia man already facing charges for allegedly sexually assaulting an 8‑year‑old girl is now accused of trying to bribe the child’s mother with a house to make the case go away, according to a Fox News Digital report.

Virginia traveler from hantavirus stricken cruise ship returns home, officials say
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The Virginia Department of Health says one Virginia traveler who was aboard a cruise ship hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak has returned home and is under public health monitoring.

Rudy Giuliani out of ICU, still recovering in hospital from pneumonia

Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani has been moved out of the intensive care unit, but remains hospitalized as he continues to recover from a bout of pneumonia.

OSSE testing new school bus tracker
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The District of Columbia’s education department is testing a new bus tracking app designed to help thousands of special needs parents and students across the nation’s capital.

Mexican billionaire victimized in $450 million loan scheme

A Ukrainian-born American man has been charged with scamming a Mexican billionaire out of $450 million in a loan scheme.