DHS shutdown looms as funding bill fails Senate vote
Funding for the Department of Homeland Security failed to advance in the Senate on Thursday, paving the way for a partial government shutdown this weekend.
Funding for the Department of Homeland Security failed to advance in the Senate on Thursday, paving the way for a partial government shutdown this weekend.
DHS shutdown: These agencies will feel the biggest impact
Another government shutdown is looming as Congressional lawmakers continue to squabble over ongoing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) actions.
Another government shutdown is looming as Congressional lawmakers continue to squabble over ongoing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) actions.
DC Attorney General files lawsuit to dismantle alleged real estate fraud scheme
The D.C. Attorney General has filed a civil lawsuit aimed at shutting down what officials describe as a sprawling real‑estate fraud scheme that exploits tenants, lenders and District agencies while worsening the city’s affordable‑housing crisis.
The D.C. Attorney General has filed a civil lawsuit aimed at shutting down what officials describe as a sprawling real‑estate fraud scheme that exploits tenants, lenders and District agencies while worsening the city’s affordable‑housing crisis.
US Attorney Pirro seems to walk back threats to arrest lawful gun owners following backlash
During an appearance on Fox News on Monday, Pirro said that anyone who brings a gun to D.C., even if they're licensed to carry it elsewhere, should count on facing arrest.
During an appearance on Fox News on Monday, Pirro said that anyone who brings a gun to D.C., even if they're licensed to carry it elsewhere, should count on facing arrest.
Political fight over DC tax law underway just as filing season starts
Republicans in Congress are pushing to overturn another local D.C. law.
Republicans in Congress are pushing to overturn another local D.C. law.
Trump plans to close Kennedy Center for 2 years starting July 4
President Donald Trump announced Sunday that he plans to close The Kennedy Center for two years beginning in July.
President Donald Trump announced Sunday that he plans to close The Kennedy Center for two years beginning in July.
DCA crash anniversary: families honor 67 victims at DC vigil
Hundreds of people are expected to attend a vigil this evening to honor the 67 lives lost in the midair collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) last year.
Hundreds of people are expected to attend a vigil this evening to honor the 67 lives lost in the midair collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) last year.
Congress faces shutdown threat as DC rallies after Minnesota VA nurse shooting
The event came as debate intensifies over the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement.
The event came as debate intensifies over the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement.
Capitol Police: Threats against Congress up nearly 58% last year, a new record
According to the department, the USCP Threat Assessment Section handled 14,938 cases in 2025, up from 9,474 in 2024—nearly a 58% increase.
According to the department, the USCP Threat Assessment Section handled 14,938 cases in 2025, up from 9,474 in 2024—nearly a 58% increase.
DC councilmember says heavy ice damaged smaller plows, slowing street clearing efforts
Ward 6 Councilmember Charles Allen says heavy ice from the weekend snowstorm damaged many of the District’s smaller plows, contributing to delays in clearing neighborhood streets.
Ward 6 Councilmember Charles Allen says heavy ice from the weekend snowstorm damaged many of the District’s smaller plows, contributing to delays in clearing neighborhood streets.
Former DC councilmember Jack Evans to run for Mendelson's seat on DC council
Former D.C. councilmember Jack Evans will be running for chairman of the D.C. council, FOX 5 has learned.
Former D.C. councilmember Jack Evans will be running for chairman of the D.C. council, FOX 5 has learned.
DC Council chairman taps McDuffie staffer to fill at-large seat
DC Council Chairman Phil Mendelson has nominated Doni Crawford to fill Kenyan McDuffie's empty seat after he resigned to run for mayor.
DC Council Chairman Phil Mendelson has nominated Doni Crawford to fill Kenyan McDuffie's empty seat after he resigned to run for mayor.
New DC laws and policy measures to know about in 2026
The new year is two weeks away, and come 2026, new laws will begin to go into effect in the nation's capital. Residents can also expect certain policy measures to continue or possibly be voted on.
The new year is two weeks away, and come 2026, new laws will begin to go into effect in the nation's capital. Residents can also expect certain policy measures to continue or possibly be voted on.
President Trump's address: What time, how to watch?
President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday that he will deliver a primetime address from the White House on Wednesday, Dec. 17 at 9 p.m.
President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday that he will deliver a primetime address from the White House on Wednesday, Dec. 17 at 9 p.m.
DC Police Chief Pamela Smith issues statement on resignation
Metropolitan Police Department Chief Pamela Smith has issued a statement after announcing Monday that she is stepping down.
Metropolitan Police Department Chief Pamela Smith has issued a statement after announcing Monday that she is stepping down.
DC Police Chief Pamela Smith announces resignation
Metropolitan Police Department Chief Pamela Smith announced Monday that she is stepping down.
Metropolitan Police Department Chief Pamela Smith announced Monday that she is stepping down.
DC residents react after Mayor Bowser announces she will not seek another term
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser says after ten years of serving in her hometown, it's time to pass the baton.
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser says after ten years of serving in her hometown, it's time to pass the baton.
New Dept. of Education directives: How could students be affected by them?
Last week, the Trump administration announced a number of new actions aimed at dismantling the Department of Education, a move that former department officials and civil rights experts say could have wide-ranging effects on American students.
Last week, the Trump administration announced a number of new actions aimed at dismantling the Department of Education, a move that former department officials and civil rights experts say could have wide-ranging effects on American students.
House Republicans pass bills aimed at changing cash bail, police policies in DC
House Republicans on Wednesday passed two pieces of legislation aimed at changing D.C. laws on cash bail and police policy.
House Republicans on Wednesday passed two pieces of legislation aimed at changing D.C. laws on cash bail and police policy.
RFK Stadium Project: Residents voice excitement, hesitation at community meeting
D.C. residents shared their vision for the new Washington Commanders stadium at a community meeting Wednesday night.
D.C. residents shared their vision for the new Washington Commanders stadium at a community meeting Wednesday night.