Men accused of plotting Haitian island invasion, aimed to recruit DC homeless, prosecutors say
D.C.’s homeless community was set to be recruited by Texas men federal prosecutors say face charges in an alleged plot to invade a Haitian island, kill its male residents and enslave the women and children as their "sex slaves."
Thanksgiving 2025: Restaurants that will be open for the holiday
For those who don't plan to cook, there's plenty of restaurants that will be open on Thanksgiving Day, and will even offer a special holiday menu.
FBI: Plot to recruit DC homeless, invade Haitian island included plan to kill men, enslave women
A shocking federal indictment details an alleged plan by two Texas men to recruit members of D.C.’s homeless population as mercenaries in a violent plot to invade a Haitian island, murder its male residents and enslave women and children.
Woman shot in Northeast DC, police searching for suspect
Police are investigating after a woman was shot Sunday afternoon in Northeast Washington, D.C.
Thanksgiving feast 2025: How much will this year’s meal cost?
Though the price of food has increased this year, there are other ways to create a budget-friendly feast for Thanksgiving.
Relative arrested after fatal Silver Spring shooting
A 22-year-old Silver Spring man was shot and killed on Friday, and police have charged the victim's relative with his murder.
Maryland man with kids in car tried to ram cops while driving wrong way down I-270: police
A man is facing a long list of charges after authorities say he led deputies on a dangerous wrong-way pursuit that stretched from Frederick to Montgomery County and ended with his arrest on Friday afternoon.
Body found in wooded area in Frederick, death investigation underway: police
Frederick Police are investigating after a person was found dead in a wooded area near Carroll Creek Crossing in Maryland, police say.
Woman accused of stabbing her 79-year-old mother to death at Fairfax County home
A woman accused of stabbing her 79-year-old mother to death at a home in Fairfax County is in jail.
Pittsburgh-based developer wants to put casino next to Commanders new stadium in DC
The Washington Commanders are heading back to the District and fans are excited.
Wrong-way driver causes crash on I-270, shutting down lanes for hours
A wrong-way crash shut down parts of I-270 near Clarksburg Road in Montgomery County for hours on Friday.
TSA may charge passengers without REAL ID or passport: What we know
A new TSA policy may charge travelers without a REAL ID or passport a fee to verify their identity and be able to board a plane.
Downtown DC Holiday Market: Hours, parking and what to know
The holiday season has arrived, and the Downtown D.C. Holiday Market is back. Here’s what you need to know to enjoy family‑friendly festivities!
US Capitol Christmas Tree arrives in DC, signaling beginning of 2025 holiday season
The 2025 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree has arrived in Washington, D.C., marking the traditional start of the holiday season in the nation’s capital.



















