DOJ probes Fairfax prosecutor over alleged bias involving undocumented immigrants

The DOJ has opened a civil rights investigation into the office of Fairfax Commonwealth Attorney Steve Descano, focusing on its plea bargaining, charging decisions and sentencing policies.

50+ sloths dead in failed Sloth World project; Florida leaders want accountability

Florida leaders and sloth experts are calling for more accountability over Sloth World after dozens of sloths connected to the previously planned attraction have died.

Search for Cinco De Mayo party shooting suspect; FBI raids office of Louise Lucas
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TOP HEADLINES: A search is underway for a suspect after a shooting at a Cinco De Mayo party. Plus, the FBI has raided the Portsmouth office of Virginia State Sen. Louise Lucas.

Bowser responds to growing MPD crime data scandal

D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser responded Wednesday to a growing scandal inside the Metropolitan Police Department that could lead to the firing of more than a dozen senior officials accused of manipulating crime data.

3 shot, 2 stabbed during Cinco de Mayo violence in Laurel

Cinco de Mayo celebrations in Laurel turned violent when three people were shot, two others were stabbed and an officer was maced during a chaotic night in Prince George’s County.

'Kill me, kill me, kill me': Suspected gunman charged in Secret Service shootout near White House

A Texas man accused of wounding a juvenile bystander while allegedly firing at a U.S. Secret Service officer near the Washington Monument is now facing federal charges, according to the Justice Department.

Nancy Guthrie: Kash Patel critical of Arizona sheriff's handling of case

It's been more than three months since Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of “Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, disappeared from her Tucson-area home, and the Pima County Sheriff is being criticized by the head of the FBI over his handling of the case.

PHOTOS: CNN's Ted Turner through the years | 1938-2026

CNN founder and media mogul Ted Turner died on Wednesday, May 6, at the age of 87. Here are a few photos of Turner through the years.

IRS refunds from COVID era may be owed to tens of millions: taxpayer advocate

The IRS’ taxpayer advocate says tens of millions of Americans may qualify for refunds or reduced penalties and interest because filing deadlines were postponed during the COVID‑19 emergency declaration.

CNN founder Ted Turner dies at 87

Media mogul and CNN founder Ted Turner has died at the age of 87, according to Turner Enterprises.

PWHL Detroit team announced as first expansion team of the year

Detroit is getting a PWHL team, the league and officials with the city announced during a press conference Wednesday morning.

Disabled athlete in Menlo Park sets out to swim 26 miles on his birthday

Aleksei Averchenko entered the water at 6 a.m. Wednesday with the goal of swimming 26.2 miles, the equivalent distance of a running marathon. The feat marks a significant milestone in a journey that began with a life-altering tragedy.

Cinco de Mayo Violence: 3 shot, 2 stabbed
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Cinco de Mayo celebrations in Laurel turned violent when three people were shot, two others were stabbed and an officer was maced during a chaotic night in Prince George’s County.

Suspect in Secret Service shootout identified | FOX 5 AT 6AM
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Authorities are releasing more information about the man accused of firing at Secret Service agents just blocks from the White House. FOX News reports that Michael Marx, a 45 year old from Texas, has been identified as the suspect seen carrying a gun. Agents approached Marx, who allegedly fled and then opened fire on them.

DC weather: Showers, storms expected Wednesday

Clouds, showers and a few storms are expected across the Washington, D.C., region on Wednesday.

3 shot, 2 stabbed during Cinco de Mayo chaos in Laurel
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A night of Cinco de Mayo celebrations in Laurel turned violent, leaving three people shot and two others stabbed at a busy shopping center on Baltimore Avenue.