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'Core areas' of National Mall to close ahead of inauguration through at least January 21, says NPS

'Core areas' of National Mall to close ahead of inauguration through at least January 21, says NPS

Main sections of the National Mall will close ahead of Wednesday's inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden as security measures continue to tighten in and around the nation’s capital.

2 days ago
Will the National Mall close completely for Inauguration Day?

Will the National Mall close completely for Inauguration Day?

The Secret Service is launching a massive security operation to ensure President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration goes as planned.

3 days ago
Washington Monument temporarily closes following potential COVID-19 exposure

Washington Monument temporarily closes following potential COVID-19 exposure

The Washington Monument is temporarily closed due to a reduction in its workforce from a potential COVID-19 exposure. 

December 17, 2020
US Park Police breaking ground for new Stables and Education Center on National Mall

US Park Police breaking ground for new Stables and Education Center on National Mall

One of the nation’s oldest police equestrian units will soon have a new home on D.C.'s National Mall.

October 8, 2020
Park Police breaking ground on new horse stables and education center on National Mall
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Park Police breaking ground on new horse stables and education center on National Mall

Park Police are breaking ground today on a new home for one of the oldest equestrian units in the country.

October 8, 2020
Washington Monument set to reopen to the public on October 1

Washington Monument set to reopen to the public on October 1

After a six-month closure, the Washington Monument will reopen to the public on the morning of October 1 with a set of new safety and cleaning procedures in place amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

September 28, 2020
Protesters deface World War II Memorial and other National Mall monuments

Protesters deface World War II Memorial and other National Mall monuments

Protesters spelled out their outrage following the death of George Floyd by spray-painting it on several monuments on the National Mall, including the World War II Memorial dedicated to soldiers killed in combat.

May 31, 2020
VIDEO: Dozens of dirt bikes, quads spotted riding around National Mall

VIDEO: Dozens of dirt bikes, quads spotted riding around National Mall

FOX 5 has obtained video showing dozens of dirt bikes and quads riding around the National Mall Friday night.

May 15, 2020
No social distancing on the National Mall as federal guidelines expire tomorrow

No social distancing on the National Mall as federal guidelines expire tomorrow

Warmer temperatures and dry conditions lured crowds to the National Mall today.

April 29, 2020
7 National Park Service workers test positive for COVID-19, officials say

7 National Park Service workers test positive for COVID-19, officials say

National Park Service officials say seven employees within the agency have tested positive for novel coronavirus. 

March 31, 2020
Washington Monument elevator gets stuck, 40 people evacuated: NPS

Washington Monument elevator gets stuck, 40 people evacuated: NPS

Nearly 40 people were evacuated from the Washington Monument Wednesday evening after the elevator got stuck.

November 20, 2019
Albino squirrel catches tourists' attention on the National Mall

Albino squirrel catches tourists' attention on the National Mall

An albino squirrel is catching the attention of tourists on the National Mall Thursday. 

October 3, 2019
Elevator briefly breaks down at reopened Washington Monument

Elevator briefly breaks down at reopened Washington Monument

The newly upgraded elevator at the Washington Monument stopped working just days after reopening to the public following a three-year renovation project.

September 23, 2019
Melania Trump cuts ribbon on reopened Washington Monument

Melania Trump cuts ribbon on reopened Washington Monument

First lady Melania Trump cut the ribbon Thursday as the Washington Monument reopened to the public for the first time in three years.

September 19, 2019
Washington Monument reopens after 3-year closure with upgraded elevator system, new security features

Washington Monument reopens after 3-year closure with upgraded elevator system, new security features

The Washington Monument, the tallest building in the nation's capital, reopened to the public on Thursday after a three-year closure and multi-million dollar renovation.

September 19, 2019
Veterans remembered, honored at DC memorials
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Veterans remembered, honored at DC memorials

FOX 5's Paul Wagner reports.

November 12, 2018
FBI: Man planned to bomb National Mall on Election Day
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FBI: Man planned to bomb National Mall on Election Day

FOX 5's Marina Marraco reports.

October 10, 2018
Thousands brave the heat for the stunning July Fourth fireworks display on the National Mall
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Thousands brave the heat for the stunning July Fourth fireworks display on the National Mall

It was a huge turnout at the National Mall for July Fourth. Thousands braved the heat and crowds to see the stunning fireworks display.

July 5, 2018
Thousands from all over come to DC for July Fourth
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Thousands from all over come to DC for July Fourth

Locals and tourists from all around have descended on the National Mall to experience July Fourth in Washington, DC for A Capitol Fourth and the fireworks show!

July 4, 2018
What you need to know: Fourth of July on the National Mall
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What you need to know: Fourth of July on the National Mall

There's no better place than the Fourth of July in the Nation's Capital.

July 3, 2018
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