Rep. Nancy Mace allegedly attacked on Capitol Hill; Suspect arrested

United States Capitol police officers arrested a man Tuesday evening following an alleged assault on U.S. Representative Nancy Mace inside the Rayburn House Office Building.

Victim shot during attempted robbery near Dunbar High describes attack

D.C. police are still searching for three teenagers accused of shooting a man during an attempted robbery near Dunbar High School. 

Mayor Bowser, MPD Chief Smith tout end-of-year data showing crime down in DC

While it may not feel like it, data shows that the crime rates in D.C. are trending in the right direction. That’s according to the mayor and police chief, who shared the city's end-of-year crime stats Monday.

Gonzaga's Kainoa Winston named Gatorade DC Football Player of the Year

Kainoa Winston, a standout senior at Gonzaga College High School, has been named the 2024-25 Gatorade District of Columbia Football Player of the Year, recognizing his exceptional talent on the field, academic success, and commitment to his community.

Hypothermia alert issued in DC

D.C. officials have issued a hypothermia alert for Saturday night.

Maryland man arrested after randomly punching DC woman in the head

A Maryland man has been arrested after randomly punching a woman in the back of the head while walking near a Smithsonian Museum in Northeast.

How Republicans can use their new powers to mend American electoral system

The man who was hired by former President Trump's 2020 campaign to investigate voter fraud (but found none) says now President-elect Trump and congressional Republicans have an opportunity to make moves to reinstate trust in the system. But will they do it? 

DC weekend weather: Chilly start followed by warmer Sunday

A chilly Friday and Saturday will give way to a warmer Sunday as the D.C. region looks ahead to a dry weekend with mostly sunny skies.

2024 National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony: What you need to know

The 102nd National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony will be held on Thursday, December 5 starting at 6 p.m. south of the White House on the Ellipse.

Police release ‘person of interest’ photos in deadly Denny’s shooting

Authorities have released images they say show a ‘person of interest’ in connection with the shooting death of a teen at a Denny’s restaurant in D.C. earlier this week.

DC Weather: Gusty winds could reach 55mph Thursday

A Wind Advisory is in effect until 6 p.m. for portions of D.C., Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia. 

Musk, Ramaswamy in DC Thursday to discuss DOGE plan

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy are expected to visit Capitol Hill Thursday morning to discuss ways to reduce waste in the federal government. 

Traffic closures for National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

The 102nd National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony is set to take place on the Ellipse at The White House and President’s Park on Thursday evening. Congestion associated with the event, however, will start long before that.