Reflecting Pool liner cut with sharp knife or blade, National Park Service says
A section of the liner at the bottom of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was cut with a sharp knife or razor earlier this month, damaging foam sealant installed as part of a $16 million rehabilitation project, a top National Park Service official says.
A section of the liner at the bottom of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was cut with a sharp knife or razor earlier this month, damaging foam sealant installed as part of a $16 million rehabilitation project, a top National Park Service official says.
14-year-old arrested in DC after police say he pulled gun, robbed victim of shoes
A 14‑year‑old boy from Washington, D.C., was arrested and charged with armed robbery after police say he pulled a handgun on a victim and demanded the person’s shoes.
A 14‑year‑old boy from Washington, D.C., was arrested and charged with armed robbery after police say he pulled a handgun on a victim and demanded the person’s shoes.
Great American State Fair: Street closures, parking restrictions and what to know
The 16‑day Great American State Fair, marking the nation’s 1776 founding with themed days celebrating the military, health initiatives, patriotism and Independence Day, began Wednesday as the country starts its celebrations. Here's information on street closures, parking restrictions and what you need to know if you are attending.
The 16‑day Great American State Fair, marking the nation’s 1776 founding with themed days celebrating the military, health initiatives, patriotism and Independence Day, began Wednesday as the country starts its celebrations. Here's information on street closures, parking restrictions and what you need to know if you are attending.
Police: 13-year-old charged in armed DC carjacking, officer fires while searching
D.C. police arrested a 13-year-old boy after an armed carjacking early Wednesday that led to a vehicle pursuit and an officer firing his service weapon while searching for the fleeing suspects.
D.C. police arrested a 13-year-old boy after an armed carjacking early Wednesday that led to a vehicle pursuit and an officer firing his service weapon while searching for the fleeing suspects.
DC weather: Mostly sunny Thursday with highs in the upper 80s; showers and storms possible Friday
Mostly sunny Thursday with highs in the upper 80s across the Washington, D.C., region, ahead of showers and a possible thunderstorm expected Friday afternoon.
Mostly sunny Thursday with highs in the upper 80s across the Washington, D.C., region, ahead of showers and a possible thunderstorm expected Friday afternoon.
2 suspects at large after shooting at Northwest DC gas station
Metropolitan Police say they are searching for two men after a shooting outside a Northwest D.C. gas station left a man hospitalized with multiple gunshot wounds.
Metropolitan Police say they are searching for two men after a shooting outside a Northwest D.C. gas station left a man hospitalized with multiple gunshot wounds.
Taft Bridge rally demands justice for moped driver killed in police chase
Dozens of food delivery drivers and community members gathered Wednesday night on the Taft Memorial Bridge for a rally to demand justice for a moped driver killed during a weekend police chase.
Dozens of food delivery drivers and community members gathered Wednesday night on the Taft Memorial Bridge for a rally to demand justice for a moped driver killed during a weekend police chase.
DC teen arrested with 'ghost gun' after Montgomery County burglary, police say
A 17-year-old DC resident is facing adult charges after Montgomery County police arrested him following a foot chase where officers allegedly uncovered a loaded "ghost gun" in Silver Spring.
A 17-year-old DC resident is facing adult charges after Montgomery County police arrested him following a foot chase where officers allegedly uncovered a loaded "ghost gun" in Silver Spring.
Trump headlining Great American State Fair kickoff celebration on National Mall
President Donald Trump will take the stage on the National Mall on Wednesday night, launching a multi-day celebration of America’s 250th birthday in the nation's capital.
President Donald Trump will take the stage on the National Mall on Wednesday night, launching a multi-day celebration of America’s 250th birthday in the nation's capital.
National Mall offers visitors and residents new experiences during America 250 celebrations
As America’s 250th anniversary approaches, attention is turning to the National Mall, where major July 4th events will take place and new attractions are opening for visitors and residents.
As America’s 250th anniversary approaches, attention is turning to the National Mall, where major July 4th events will take place and new attractions are opening for visitors and residents.
Trump administration adds fencing around Reflecting Pool as water quality appears to improve
The Trump administration has added fencing around the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool after the president claimed vandalism had occurred at the site and as the water quality appears to be improving.
The Trump administration has added fencing around the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool after the president claimed vandalism had occurred at the site and as the water quality appears to be improving.
DC weather: Sunny, dry Wednesday with highs in the 80s after rainy stretch
Sunny skies return to the Washington, D.C. region Wednesday, bringing highs in the 80s after a stretch of rain and severe weather.
Sunny skies return to the Washington, D.C. region Wednesday, bringing highs in the 80s after a stretch of rain and severe weather.
DOJ officials allowed to remain in prosecution of Correspondents Dinner shooting suspect
A judge rejected a bid to disqualify top Justice Department officials from leading the prosecution of Cole Allen, the man accused of attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner.
A judge rejected a bid to disqualify top Justice Department officials from leading the prosecution of Cole Allen, the man accused of attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner.
Cleanup continues across DMV after storm damage, outages as more storms threaten
Residents across the Washington, D.C., region woke up to storm damage and power outages Tuesday after heavy storms swept through the area Monday night, with crews working to restore service as more thunderstorms remain possible later today.
Residents across the Washington, D.C., region woke up to storm damage and power outages Tuesday after heavy storms swept through the area Monday night, with crews working to restore service as more thunderstorms remain possible later today.
DC weather: Showers, possible thunderstorm Tuesday as region cleans up from storm
Showers and possibly a thunderstorm are expected Tuesday as the Washington, D.C., region continues cleaning up from severe weather that swept through Monday night.
Showers and possibly a thunderstorm are expected Tuesday as the Washington, D.C., region continues cleaning up from severe weather that swept through Monday night.
Trump says 6 arrested, 7 cited in alleged Reflecting Pool vandalism
Six people have been arrested and seven cited in connection with damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, President Donald Trump said Tuesday.
Six people have been arrested and seven cited in connection with damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, President Donald Trump said Tuesday.
Washington Commanders announce 2026 training camp schedule
The Washington Commanders have released their 2026 Training Camp schedule, with eleven open practices between August 1 and August 19, including five open to all fans and six reserved for season ticket members.
The Washington Commanders have released their 2026 Training Camp schedule, with eleven open practices between August 1 and August 19, including five open to all fans and six reserved for season ticket members.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia: DOJ to appeal dismissal of human trafficking charges
Federal prosecutors say they plan to keep pressing forward with charges against Maryland resident Kilmar Abrego Garcia as the Department of Justice prepares to appeal a Tennessee judge’s decision to dismiss human smuggling counts against him.
Federal prosecutors say they plan to keep pressing forward with charges against Maryland resident Kilmar Abrego Garcia as the Department of Justice prepares to appeal a Tennessee judge’s decision to dismiss human smuggling counts against him.
2 men charged in deadly US Park Police chase released as case is dropped—for now
Federal prosecutors have temporarily released two men connected to a deadly U.S. Park Police pursuit that killed 46-year-old moped rider Nolberto Meza, pausing the case while they gather more evidence.
Federal prosecutors have temporarily released two men connected to a deadly U.S. Park Police pursuit that killed 46-year-old moped rider Nolberto Meza, pausing the case while they gather more evidence.
2 more suspects charged in multi-state White House UFC attack plot: Justice Department
Federal prosecutors have charged two more individuals as co-conspirators in a thwarted multi-state plot to launch an alleged mass-casualty drone and sniper assault at the White House UFC event.
Federal prosecutors have charged two more individuals as co-conspirators in a thwarted multi-state plot to launch an alleged mass-casualty drone and sniper assault at the White House UFC event.