Youngkin pledges to seek mental health legislation in honor of Irvo Otieno

Virginia families would have the right to be near a relative who is having a medical, mental health or substance-use emergency, and that person could be given previously prescribed medications, under legislation Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin said Thursday he’ll pursue in the coming year.

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore says Baltimore Orioles lease deal is ‘imminent’

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore said Wednesday that he believes a new lease agreement with the Baltimore Orioles at Camden Yards is “imminent,” as an end-of-the-year deadline approaches.

Tesla unveils 2023 updates with automated 911 calls, custom horn sounds

Tesla has introduced its 2023 updates, featuring automated 911 calls and unique customizable horn sounds, such as a screaming goat, when locking doors.

Biden to host Hanukkah ceremony at White House amid fears of rising antisemitism

Antisemitism has only intensified since the Oct. 7 attack by Hamas and other militants sparked Israel's ongoing war in Gaza -- which faces heightened criticism for the mounting Palestinian death toll.

Conspiracy theorist Alex Jones returns to X after Elon Musk restores account

Musk had previously said he would not allow Alex Jones back on the platform, citing the death of his first child. "I have no mercy for anyone who would use the deaths of children for gain, politics or fame," Musk said at the time.

Federal appeals court upholds gag order on Trump in 2020 election interference case

A federal appeals court in Washington has upheld a gag order on former President Donald Trump in his 2020 election interference case but has eased the restrictions on his speech.

DC’s new crime center will monitor, respond to criminal activities in real-time, Bowser says

D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser said the city will launch a new dedicated space that will act as the nerve center for law enforcement in and around the District by monitoring and responding to criminal activities in real-time.

Vladimir Putin moves closer to fifth term as president after Russia sets 2024 election date

Under constitutional reforms Vladimir Putin arranged, he is eligible to seek two more six-year terms after his current one expires next year, potentially allowing him to remain in power until 2036.

Trump calls on his supporters to 'guard the vote' but what does that mean?

Former President Donald Trump is urging supporters to “guard the vote” during next year's election, a phrase that set off alarm bells among pro-democracy advocates who say it signals permission to his followers to take extreme measures.

Trump will 'come after' people in the media if elected again, ally says

A Donald Trump ally who worked in his Justice Department said a second Trump administration will retaliate against people in the media "criminally or civilly."

Mayor Bowser returns from Dubai conference amidst 'out of control' crime in DC

D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser returned from a trip to Dubai for the United Nations Climate Conference last week as crime in the District continues to be a top issue. 

Kennedy Center honorees Billy Crystal, Queen Latifah, Dionne Warwick and more celebrated at star-studded gala

The newest group of Kennedy Center honorees, including comedian Billy Crystal and actor Queen Latifah, are being feted Sunday night at a star-studded event commemorating their lifetime achievement in arts and entertainment.

Trump to skip GOP presidential debate again, will hold fundraiser instead

The former president has chosen to skip his party's three previous primary debates, citing his commanding lead in early state and national polls.

'The status quo is unacceptable:' DC leaders debate how to tackle rising crime rates

There were some vast disagreements at a Wednesday Public Safety Committee Hearing in D.C. Council Chambers. But there was a big thing everyone agreed on: As it relates to D.C.’s current crime problems, something has to change.

Biden targets Rep. Lauren Boebert's district in Colorado visit

The White House says Biden will speak about clean energy and “how self-described MAGA Republicans like Boebert are threatening those investments, jobs, and opportunities."