New traffic pattern on I-495 to start as construction work continues

Construction on I-495 has been a point of frustration for a lot of drivers this summer as VDOT races towards the finish of the four-year project.

Raw sewage spill containments street, opens sinkhole in DC

About 6,200 gallons of raw sewage spilled onto a northeast Washington street and opened a large sinkhole after a sewer line failed late Sunday into Monday, according to DC Water.

Traffic fatalities up nationwide, new study shows

Traffic deaths are up nationwide, including in the DMV, according to a new study by TRIP—a non-profit organization that researches and evaluates transportation issues.

DC now has the worst traffic in America

Washington, D.C. has officially hit the brakes — and not in a good way.

Overturned dump truck, fuel spill cause delays on I-495 in Virginia

A multi-vehicle crash involving an overturned dump truck is causing major delays Tuesday morning on the outer loop of Interstate 495 near the George Washington Parkway.

Driver dies in fiery crash with excavator at Virginia construction site, police say

A 21-year-old man died Saturday after his car veered off Interstate 64 and crashed into a parked excavator at a construction site in Newport News, according to Virginia State Police.

Bicyclist killed in Prince George’s County hit-and-run identified

Authorities have identified the bicyclist killed in a hit-and-run crash Thursday in Prince George’s County as Tara Carter, 55, of Lanham.

Tractor-trailer removed after dangling off I-495 overpass in Bethesda

A tractor-trailer hauling produce crashed early Thursday on the Capital Beltway, leaving part of the vehicle dangling over an overpass before crews removed it.

Deadly Prince George’s County hit-and-run under investigation

Police are investigating a deadly hit-and-run crash after a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle in Prince George’s County.

PGPD officer under investigation after fatal crash in Brandywine

A Prince George’s County police officer is under investigation following a deadly crash Monday night that killed a retired D.C. police detective at a dangerous Brandywine intersection.

Infant killed, 2 injured in Frederick County crash

A 6-month-old boy died Sunday after a crash in Frederick County that also injured two others, authorities said.

July 4 in DC: Major road closures and restrictions

If you're planning to head downtown, expect major road closures, parking restrictions, site shutdowns, and even watercraft limitations across the city. Here's a complete breakdown of what to know before you go.