Venus Williams hits tournament for first time in over a year at Mubadala Citi DC Open
Venus William is back! The seven-time Grand Slam champion is in town for the Mubadala Citi D.C. Open tournament. This is the 45-year-old tennis star's first tournament in 16 months.
1-year-old girl shot in arm in Southeast DC, police say
A one-year-old child was injured in a shooting in Southeast D.C. Monday evening, according to police.
DC gun, voting, public health policies at risk in GOP-led spending bill
Washington, D.C. is facing another major financial and political challenge from Republicans in Congress. The House Appropriations Committee released its draft fiscal year 2026 spending bill, which includes deep funding cuts and a wide range of provisions that strip the District of control over its own laws.
Virginia woman indicted for robbing DC parking enforcement officer, officials say
A Virginia woman has been indicted on felony charges after allegedly stealing a parking enforcement device from a D.C. officer during a dispute over a ticket.
Trump threatens Washington Commanders stadium deal if team doesn’t switch back to old name
President Donald Trump is threatening to block the Washington Commanders’ proposed return to the District unless the team restores its former name.
Venus Williams returns to pro tennis at Mubadala Citi DC Open
After a 16-month break, Venus Williams is back, accepting a wild-card entry in singles at the Mubadala Citi DC Open, one of the nation’s largest professional tennis tournaments.
Cleanup continues after flash floods slam the DMV
Cleanup was still underway Monday morning after a stormy weekend brought flooding and damage to parts of the D.C. region.
DC weather: Will DMV see more rain and storms Monday?
The Washington area will enjoy mostly sunny skies and low humidity Monday, with temperatures climbing into the upper-70s and low-80s by the afternoon.
1 shot, dead following disturbance between roommates in DC: police
A man was shot and killed in D.C. following a disturbance with roommates.
20 rescued from building, dozens from vehicles as storms flood DMV
At least 20 people were stranded Saturday evening after floodwaters surrounded a building in Chevy Chase as severe storms swept through the D.C. area, officials said.
Extreme heat warning issued in DC amid high temps and humidity
An extreme heat warning has been issued in D.C. due to the combination of high temperatures and humidity in the area.
Georgetown law professor previously convicted in bank robbery found guilty of beating wife
A Georgetown law professor was found guilty of beating his wife and obstructing justice on Friday—and this is not his first criminal conviction.
Florida Rep. Cory Mills facing eviction from his DC apartment
Florida Rep. Cory Mills is embroiled in an eviction lawsuit with a D.C. landlord.
Metro delays Friday due to power issue near Foggy Bottom
Speed restrictions caused by a Pepco power problem delayed Metro trains on Friday morning along the Orange, Blue and Silver lines.
Cleanup underway after flash floods, storms strand drivers, damage roads in DC region
Severe storms swept through the D.C. region Monday afternoon, triggering flash flooding and dangerous conditions for drivers across Virginia, Maryland and the District.
Severe storm threat possible west of DC Friday as wet weather pattern continues
An unsettled weather pattern continues across the region Friday, bringing the threat of severe thunderstorms south and west of Washington, D.C.
DC to enforce youth curfew zone Friday in U Street corridor
D.C. is implementing a juvenile curfew zone this weekend in the U Street corridor to curb crime in the area.
Van Hollen says fight to bring FBI to Maryland isn’t over
It appears the FBI headquarters will stay in Washington, D.C.
Venus Williams makes long-awaited return to the court at Mubadala Citi DC Open
Venus Williams is making her highly anticipated comeback to tour-level tennis at the D.C. Open, more than a year after her last match.
Lawmakers introduce bill to prevent heat deaths among student athletes
A new bill introduced in Congress this week honors the life of 19-year-old Jordan McNair, a University of Maryland football player who collapsed from heatstroke during practice in 2018.