Family mistakenly buys $10K in Disney+ gift cards thinking they were good for purchases in theme parks
A Midwest family’s Walt Disney World vacation almost took a very disappointing turn after they realized $10,000 worth of gift cards they purchased for the trip were not actually for the park.
Google agrees to pay $700 million to states, consumers in app store settlement
The settlement comes after a federal court jury rebuked Google for deploying anticompetitive tactics in its Play Store for Android apps.
Apple to stop some watch sales in US before Christmas over patent dispute
If two of the latest Apple Watches are on your holiday shopping list, don’t wait for much longer.
Police shooting under investigation in Penn Quarter neighborhood
A police officer was involved in a shooting in Downtown D.C. near the Capital One Arena Monday night.
New training program helps DC police officers diffuse tense situations
The Metropolitan Police Department has announced a new training, beginning in January 2024, that will teach officers how to better handle tense situations involving a person in crisis.
More Black female cops allege harassment, mistreatment, retaliation in DC police department
Inappropriate behavior, unwanted sexual advances, and fear of retaliation are just a few of the many terms being described in a recent lawsuit brought against the Metropolitan Police Department.
Prince George's County high school closed due to power outage
A Prince George's County high school is closed Friday due to a power outage.
Earliest version of Mickey Mouse set to become public domain in 2024
The earliest version of Disney's most famous character, as well as other characters, will become public domain on Jan. 1, 2024. Here's what to know.
Amazon, Walmart and Target to stop selling certain water beads
Major retailers have stopped selling certain water beads after federal safety regulators warned that they pose serious safety risks.
Amazon brings back its delivery driver thank-you program
Launched a year ago, the “thank my driver" program lets consumers tip their delivery driver using an Amazon device.
Apple makes security changes to protect users from iPhone thefts
Stolen Device Protection can prevent criminals from using your passcode to change your Apple account.
Netflix shares its viewer data on top TV shows, movies for the first time ever
After years of resisting, Netflix has released a report on its most popular TV shows and movies from the first half of 2023. Here’s what made the list.
Hearing held on Capitol Hill to examine FBI headquarters move to Greenbelt
The investigation into the new FBI headquarters continues.
Starbucks giving out free hot chocolate this month – here's how to get your cup
The coffee giant is warming up customers throughout the month of December with a free hot chocolate.
Police release photos of suspect in Petworth Metro shooting
Police are offering $1,000 for information on a shooting at the Georgia Ave-Petworth Metro station Friday.
Amazon testing grocery subscription service in these cities
Amazon is piloting a grocery delivery subscription service that would give Prime members in select cities unlimited grocery deliveries for $9.99 a month.
DC public schools begin turning away students who are behind on immunization requirements
D.C. public school students are being turned away from the classroom if they are not current on their shots.
Starbucks drinks are half off on Thursdays in December – here's how it works
Starbucks is celebrating “Festive Thurs-Yays” in December with 50% off any drink, but the deal is only good during a certain time of day.