DC weather: Warm Thursday with brief showers possible; cherry blossoms expected to hit peak bloom
A mostly sunny and warm Thursday is expected for the Washington, D.C., region, with highs in the upper 70s that will likely give the famous cherry blossoms their final push toward peak bloom.
A mostly sunny and warm Thursday is expected for the Washington, D.C., region, with highs in the upper 70s that will likely give the famous cherry blossoms their final push toward peak bloom.
MPD officer injured in hit-and-run in Southwest DC
A D.C. police officer was injured in a hit-and-run in Southwest Wednesday night, officials say. Police are searching for the suspect vehicle, which is described as a new model white Range Rover with South Carolina temporary tags.
A D.C. police officer was injured in a hit-and-run in Southwest Wednesday night, officials say. Police are searching for the suspect vehicle, which is described as a new model white Range Rover with South Carolina temporary tags.
MPD officer injured in hit-and-run in Southwest DC
A D.C. police officer was injured in a hit-and-run in Southwest Wednesday night, officials say.
A D.C. police officer was injured in a hit-and-run in Southwest Wednesday night, officials say.
Bowser signs DC body cam bill for federal force, vetoes officer log measure
D.C. Mayor Bowser OKs bill releasing MPD body cam footage when federal agents use force, but vetoes a measure requiring logs of federal personnel at arrests or use-of-force incidents.
D.C. Mayor Bowser OKs bill releasing MPD body cam footage when federal agents use force, but vetoes a measure requiring logs of federal personnel at arrests or use-of-force incidents.
TSA wait times: How to check security delays at DCA, BWI and Dulles
As long lines continue to snarl security checkpoints at U.S. airports amid ongoing staffing shortages, travelers can monitor estimated wait times online before heading out.
As long lines continue to snarl security checkpoints at U.S. airports amid ongoing staffing shortages, travelers can monitor estimated wait times online before heading out.
Community gathers for RFK stadium site open house meeting as Commanders prepare for DC return
Community members gathered on Tuesday night to review redevelopment plans for the RFK Stadium site and offer feedback as the Washington Commanders prepare for a return to the District.
Community members gathered on Tuesday night to review redevelopment plans for the RFK Stadium site and offer feedback as the Washington Commanders prepare for a return to the District.
Lego cherry blossoms hit peak bloom in Springfield
As we wait for peak bloom at the Tidal Basin, the cherry blossoms are already in full color at Springfield’s Lego Discovery Center.
As we wait for peak bloom at the Tidal Basin, the cherry blossoms are already in full color at Springfield’s Lego Discovery Center.
Plan to close 15th Street bike lane delayed after cyclist group files lawsuit
A plan to close a popular bike lane in D.C., which data suggests has significantly reduced crashes and injuries, has been delayed after a group of local cyclists filed a lawsuit.
A plan to close a popular bike lane in D.C., which data suggests has significantly reduced crashes and injuries, has been delayed after a group of local cyclists filed a lawsuit.
What to know about the ‘No Kings’ protest in DC this weekend
Washington, D.C. and the DMV will host the third major "No Kings" march and rally Saturday, March 28, 2026, part of a nationwide wave of demonstrations the same day.
Washington, D.C. and the DMV will host the third major "No Kings" march and rally Saturday, March 28, 2026, part of a nationwide wave of demonstrations the same day.
Cherry Blossom Forecast: Peak bloom could arrive within days
Conditions are lining up for Washington, D.C.’s famous cherry blossom trees to reach peak bloom as early as this week!
Conditions are lining up for Washington, D.C.’s famous cherry blossom trees to reach peak bloom as early as this week!
DC weather: Chilly, dry Tuesday before midweek warm up
Chilly and dry conditions across the Washington, D.C. region Tuesday, marking one of the cooler days of the week.
Chilly and dry conditions across the Washington, D.C. region Tuesday, marking one of the cooler days of the week.
ICE agents seen at Reagan National, Dulles as shutdown strains TSA staffing
Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents have been spotted at both Reagan National and Dulles International airports as the partial federal government shutdown continues to affect Transportation Security Administration staffing.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents have been spotted at both Reagan National and Dulles International airports as the partial federal government shutdown continues to affect Transportation Security Administration staffing.
US Park Police officer released from hospital after DC ambush shooting; suspect search continues
A U.S. Park Police officer has been released from the hospital after being seriously wounded Monday in the District after being shot in what the agency’s chief described as an ambush.
A U.S. Park Police officer has been released from the hospital after being seriously wounded Monday in the District after being shot in what the agency’s chief described as an ambush.
Suspicious package closed Capitol Visitor Center screening areas, several nearby roads Monday
A suspicious package found Monday on the East Plaza of the U.S. Capitol prompted the closure of screening areas at the Capitol Visitor Center and several surrounding roads, U.S. Capitol Police said.
A suspicious package found Monday on the East Plaza of the U.S. Capitol prompted the closure of screening areas at the Capitol Visitor Center and several surrounding roads, U.S. Capitol Police said.
US Park Police officer shot, injured in DC
A member of the United States Park Police was shot Monday in Southeast Washington, D.C., according to the D.C. Police Union.
A member of the United States Park Police was shot Monday in Southeast Washington, D.C., according to the D.C. Police Union.
DC’s cherry blossoms reach Stage 5; peak bloom expected later this week
Washington’s cherry blossoms have reached Stage Five, known as Puffy White, on their path to peak bloom, the National Park Service announced Monday.
Washington’s cherry blossoms have reached Stage Five, known as Puffy White, on their path to peak bloom, the National Park Service announced Monday.
DC weather: Morning showers, cooler Monday; 50s return Tuesday
A round of morning showers and a steady drop in temperatures will make for a cool, breezy Monday across the Washington, D.C. region.
A round of morning showers and a steady drop in temperatures will make for a cool, breezy Monday across the Washington, D.C. region.
TSA wait times grow as ICE officers begin assisting at airports
Federal immigration officers are being sent to airports around the country to help ease the strain on Transportation Security Administration workers who have gone unpaid for weeks amid a battle that has led to a pause in funding for the Department of Homeland Security.
Federal immigration officers are being sent to airports around the country to help ease the strain on Transportation Security Administration workers who have gone unpaid for weeks amid a battle that has led to a pause in funding for the Department of Homeland Security.
Cyclists group protests against removing the 15th Street bike lane; lawsuit delays start
Despite possible rain, D.C.-area cyclists are moving ahead with a planned protest Monday against the federal government’s plan to remove bike lanes around the National Mall.
Despite possible rain, D.C.-area cyclists are moving ahead with a planned protest Monday against the federal government’s plan to remove bike lanes around the National Mall.
Illegal fireworks set off by juveniles near the Wharf; no evidence of shooting: police
DC police say illegal fireworks, not a shooting, caused what sounded like gunfire in a Wharf neighborhood this weekend.
DC police say illegal fireworks, not a shooting, caused what sounded like gunfire in a Wharf neighborhood this weekend.