DC weather: Sun and clouds Thursday, highs in the mid-80s

A mix of sun and clouds across the Washington, D.C. region Thursday with highs in the mid‑80s. Morning temperatures began in the upper 60s to low 70s with a noticeable drop in humidity, which is an unusual but welcome break for late July.

DC Public Schools says cybersecurity incident may have exposed student data

DC Public Schools says a recent cybersecurity incident may have exposed student information stored in a web‑based application used for Summer Learning registration.

Panda Fest brings 90-plus Asian food vendors and panda attractions to DC

Panda Fest is bringing two days of Asian street food, cultural performances, merchandise and family activities to downtown Washington.

Person of interest wanted in GWU sexual abuse investigation

D.C. police are asking for the public’s help to identify a person of interest in connection with a sexual abuse investigation near the campus of GWU.

6-year-old removed from intubator almost 10 days after near drowning at camp in DC

A six-year-old boy has been removed from an intubator and is recovering in a pediatric Intensive Care Unit nearly 10 days after nearly drowning during a summer soccer camp.

Freedom 250 Grand Prix: Bowser urges Metro use amid road closures and parking restrictions

D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser and District officials are urging residents and visitors to plan for temporary traffic impacts near the 1.7‑mile Freedom 250 Grand Prix race course and to allow extra travel time throughout race weekend.

Cleanup continues after storm system slams parts of DC, Maryland and Virginia

Thousands of customers remain without power Wednesday morning after storms ripped through the Washington, D.C. region on Tuesday, knocking down trees, damaging homes and causing other issues across the area.

Lindsey Graham eulogized as an 'American original' in DC services

Sen. Lindsey Graham, the son of pool hall owners who rose to become one of his generation’s most influential U.S. politicians, was remembered Tuesday in Washington as "a true American original."

DC weather: Showers, storms likely Tuesday as severe weather threatens region

Showers and thunderstorms are likely across the Washington, D.C. area Tuesday as unsettled weather moves in through the afternoon and evening.

Rush-hour stabbing in Northwest DC leaves man injured

A stabbing in Northwest D.C. around rush-hour left a man injured, and neighbors stunned Monday, according to police.

University of the District of Columbia extends deadline after Howard freshmen report unenrollment

The University of the District of Columbia has extended its Fall 2026 undergraduate application deadline to Friday, Aug. 7, offering additional time for students weighing their college plans.