Arlington County files lawsuit to stop Trump's triumphal arch

The battle over President Trump’s proposed Triumphal Arch just got bigger, with Arlington County now suing to stop the project.

Local unions rally against proposed 'robotaxi' bill in DC

Driverless vehicles remain in the testing phase in Washington, D.C., but some councilmembers would like to see them rolling on city streets soon.

Jury hears evidence in DC Councilmember Trayon White’s federal bribery trial

D.C. Councilmember Trayon White was back in court Tuesday as opening statements began, and the jury heard evidence in his federal bribery trial.

Emergency hearing over Kennedy Center renaming, repairs ends without final ruling

An emergency hearing Wednesday over the repairs and renaming of the Kennedy Center ended without a ruling after a federal judge raised questions about the urgency behind the move. 

Trump administration petitions Supreme Court to enforce mail-in voting order

Justice Department attorneys urged the Supreme Court on Monday to reinstate Executive Order 14399, a directive overhauling national absentee voting rules ahead of the midterms.

DC Council proposes $620M public-private partnership to expand Audi Field

The D.C. Council has introduced a new proposal for a $620 million expansion of Audi Field, marking the latest major investment plan for sports facilities in the District.

Supreme Court justices seek security funding in first Capitol Hill testimony in 7 years

Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett testified on Capitol Hill Tuesday, requesting a major security funding boost in the first Supreme Court testimony in 7 years.

Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool drained again for repairs after setbacks

The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has been completely drained as crew members initiate another round of repairs following months of persistent complications at the iconic National Mall landmark.

Trump Arch: Plan for DC wins early approval from National Capital Planning Commission

President Donald Trump’s plan to build a towering arch in the nation’s capital won initial approval Thursday from a key federal commission, though members delayed a decision on whether a federal height‑limit law should apply to the project.

Department of Justice sues Maryland over ‘sanctuary’ immigration policies

The Department of Justice is suing Maryland and State Attorney General Anthony Brown, alleging the state’s “sanctuary" policies hinder the enforcement of federal immigration laws.

Protesters bash proposed Trump arch near Arlington cemetery after early approval

A controversial 250-foot Trump memorial arch near Arlington National Cemetery cleared a major hurdle after winning early approval from a federal agency, despite fierce local protests.

Trump attacks DC mayoral nominee Janeese Lewis George online

Trump targeted Democratic mayoral nominee Janeese Lewis George in a social media post Sunday, labeling her a "Communist" and vowing to block her progressive policy proposals if she takes office.

Felony warning issued as arrests reported at Reflecting Pool

Federal officials warn visitors that taking paint chips, debris or other materials from the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool during cleanup of an algae bloom could lead to felony charges.

Janeese Lewis George wins DC mayor Democratic primary

Janeese Lewis George has won the Democratic primary for D.C. mayor, according to The Associated Press.