Levee test to close some roads in downtown DC Wednesday
The National Park Service will close 17th Street between Constitution Avenue NW and Independence Avenue SW from 4 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, September 25, for a test installation of the 17th Street levee.
Rain, Clouds Wednesday across DC region; residual effects from Helene in area by Friday
More rain and clouds are expected Wednesday, bringing another gloomy day to the region. Light rain showers and cooler temperatures will persist throughout the day.
Meet Nate Derenge: The Ward 8 reform candidate taking aim at Trayon White amid bribery allegations
While Nate Derenge has taken aim at Trayon White’s alleged corruption, his platform goes far beyond just criticizing his opponent.
DC Council holds hearing on bill requiring soundproofing for new homes
D.C. council members are working on legislation to crack down on ever-growing noise pollution.
Thousands of crime victims march on Capitol Hill, demand more support for survivors
Thousands of crime victims and their families took to Capitol Hill on Tuesday, demanding that lawmakers focus more on the impact violent crime has on victims and their communities.
Sun will do something tonight for last time until March 2025
The sun will do something tonight that it won’t do again in the Washington, D.C. region until March 2025.
Showers and cooler temperatures expected across DC region Tuesday
The Washington, D.C. region will experience cooler temperatures and a chance of showers on Tuesday and into the midweek.
Arrest in DC property destruction cases; police investigate as possible hate crimes
D.C. police have arrested a suspect in connection with two property destruction incidents and say they are investigating the offenses as potentially being motivated by hate or bias.
DC police investigate shooting in southeast
Authorities are investigating a shooting in southeast Washington.
Rapid Rehousing Program crisis: DC families at risk of losing homes amid political dispute
Hundreds of families in Washington D.C.'s Rapid Rehousing Program are facing eviction, as the clock runs out on their housing assistance.
Noah Lyles brings medals and motivation to kids at Children’s National Hospital
Olympic sprinter Noah Lyles brought joy and inspiration to young patients at Children’s National Hospital during a special visit on Monday.
‘White House Experience’ center features full-scale replica of Oval Office
The White House Historical Association is unveiling its new educational center, “The People’s House: A White House Experience,” on Monday.
Gloomy first week of fall in DC region, with clouds and showers
The first week of fall in the Washington, D.C., area is set to be marked by gloomy weather, with persistent clouds and occasional showers before drying out by the weekend.
Secret Service uniformed officer accidentally shoots himself while on duty
The agent, who was on duty, was handling his service weapon when the firearm discharged.
16-year-old dies one week after DC crash involving 2 stolen vehicles
A 16-year-old has died a week after two stolen cars crashed in Southeast D.C.
'Should have got life’: Family criticizes 8-year sentence for driver in fatal bike crash
A man who ran over and killed a bicyclist in Washington, D.C., was sentenced to eight years in prison, a punishment the victim’s family is calling a "slap on the wrist."
Secret Service snags fence-climber near White House
An individual was arrested Thursday after scaling the north side fence of the Eisenhower Executive Office Building in Washington, D.C., according to the U.S. Secret Service.
H Street Festival, Race The District, and more things to do in DC
There are plenty of activities taking place in D.C. this weekend, from H Street Festival to Race The District. Here's your weekend guide for things to do in D.C., Maryland, and Virginia.
Can the president grant DC statehood? A look at the facts
At the 2024 Democratic National Convention, Mayor Muriel Bowser said a President Kamala Harris could help make the District of Columbia the 51st state. But is that even possible?
15 year old arrested after making threats directed at schools in the DC area on social media
The Metropolitan Police Department has arrested a teenager for making threats directed at schools in the District on social media.