Government shutdown impacts federal workers, businesses across DC
The federal government has shut down after a deadlocked Congress failed to reach a deal on funding sending ripple effects across the region, with federal workers facing an uncertain future.
DC restaurants already feeling impact of government shutdown
It's day one of the federal government shutdown, and D.C. restaurants are already feeling the effects. That's on top of a tough year for the industry in general.
What was the longest government shutdown in US history?
The U.S. government shut down at midnight on Oct. 1. The last government shutdown nearly seven years ago lasted over a month.
Government shutdown specials: Discounts, freebies offered for federal workers
From discounted drinks and food to a free soccer match, local businesses are offering plenty of deals for workers affected by the government shutdown.
Jayden Daniels medically cleared to practice: Quinn
Washington Commanders coach Dan Quinn said Jayden Daniels has been medically cleared to practice.
Government Shutdown 2025 Updates: What does it mean when the government shuts down?
Washington is bracing for a potentially lengthy federal shutdown after lawmakers deadlocked and missed the government funding deadline.
Members of Congress continue to get paid during government shutdown
Despite failing to reach an agreement with President Donald Trump to keep government programs running by Wednesday’s deadline, members of Congress will continue to receive pay during the shutdown.
Government Shutdown 2025: Dems vote down Republican funding bill
Senate Democrats voted down a Republican funding bill to keep the government open Tuesday evening; with this development, the federal government will shut down just past midnight on Wednesday.
Smithsonian will stay open during government shutdown
The Smithsonian says it will use money from past years to help stay open in the event of a federal government shutdown, at least for a few days.
DC council considers bottle deposit bill to fight river pollution
In a new proposal being considered by the D.C. council, everytime a customer buys a beverage in D.C., they’ll pay an extra dime, and when they return the bottle, they get the dime back.
SNAP benefits increasing Oct. 1: here are the new amounts in DC, Maryland
DC and Maryland households enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will see larger monthly benefits starting tomorrow, Oct. 1, under the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s annual cost-of-living update.
Zoox self-driving cars coming to Washington, DC
Zoox, the autonomous vehicle company that released its first vehicle with Amazon in 2020, is now coming to the nation's capital.
Why is the government shutting down?
Why is the government shutting down? A government shutdown occurs when Congress fails to pass all 12 appropriations bills or a continuing resolution, which temporarily maintains funding while lawmakers finalize spending legislation.
DC police seek help identifying package theft suspect in Southwest
An alleged repeat package thief has attracted the attention of D.C. residents and police. Do you recognize the suspect?
2025 government shutdown: What it could mean for federal workers in DC, Maryland, Virginia
The deadline to keep the government open is fast approaching. At midnight on Tuesday, the government will shut down unless a funding deal is reached — and the jobs of thousands of federal workers in the D.C. region are hanging in the balance.
DC high school students paid to learn in new pilot program
Some Washington, D.C., high school seniors will receive unconditional weekly cash transfers this fall as part of a study examining the impact on student wellness, financial confidence and academic engagement.
Government shutdown deadline looms as Trump set to meet with lawmakers
President Trump is set to meet with congressional leaders Monday in a high-stakes meeting to prevent a government shutdown.
Michigan church shooting: Local Mormon community reacts to deadly attack
An ex-Marine drove a pickup truck into a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints building in Michigan, opened fire during a crowded Sunday service, and set the church on fire before being fatally shot by police, authorities say.
Woman critically injured after getting arm stuck in freight elevator at DC apartment
A woman is in critical condition after her arm was caught in the freight elevator inside a Northwest DC apartment building.
DC, Maryland sue Trump over order to remove 'gender ideology' from sex ed materials
Sixteen states and Washington, D.C., are suing the Trump administration over threats to withhold PREP grants.