New Dept. of Education directives: How could students be affected by them?

Last week, the Trump administration announced a number of new actions aimed at dismantling the Department of Education, a move that former department officials and civil rights experts say could have wide-ranging effects on American students.

Bowser won't run for fourth term as DC mayor

"It has been the honor of my life to be your Mayor," said Bowser in a post on X Tuesday afternoon.

Olympic gold medalist, Maryland native Quincy Wilson announces commitment to UMD

Olympic gold medalist and Bullis High School track star Quincy Wilson has announced that he will be staying in Maryland as he starts his college career, committing to run for the University of Maryland. 

First lady receives 2025 White House Christmas tree

First lady Melania Trump received the official 2025 White House Christmas tree on Monday, marking the start of the holiday season.

Men accused of plotting Haitian island invasion, aimed to recruit DC homeless, prosecutors say

D.C.’s homeless community was set to be recruited by Texas men federal prosecutors say face charges in an alleged plot to invade a Haitian island, kill its male residents and enslave the women and children as their "sex slaves."

FBI: Plot to recruit DC homeless, invade Haitian island included plan to kill men, enslave women

A shocking federal indictment details an alleged plan by two Texas men to recruit members of D.C.’s homeless population as mercenaries in a violent plot to invade a Haitian island, murder its male residents and enslave women and children.

Turkey Giveaway 2025: Free Thanksgiving help in the DMV this holiday season

Thanksgiving is underway and local leaders and organizations are giving back. Starting Friday, over 1,000 turkeys and meals will be handed out to those in the area who may need them. Here is where you can find them: 

Downtown DC Holiday Market: Hours, parking and what to know

The holiday season has arrived, and the Downtown D.C. Holiday Market is back. Here’s what you need to know to enjoy family‑friendly festivities!

Judge rules Trump's deployment of National Guard to DC was illegal, orders troops to leave

A federal judge on Thursday ruled that Trump administration’s deployment of the National Guard to D.C. was illegal, and has ordered that the troops leave the city, but it’s unlikely that they’ll be leaving immediately. 

WATCH: Dick Cheney funeral in Washington, DC

The funeral for former Vice President Dick Cheney took place in Washington, D.C. on Thursday. 

DC weather: Chance of rain Friday into weekend, sunshine returns Sunday

It’s a dry start to Friday with temperatures in the mid-to-upper 40s. A few sprinkles are popping up south of the city, but most showers will hold off until after midday. 

Judge rules National Guard deployment in DC illegal

A U.S. federal judge ruled on Thursday that the Pentagon's deployment of the National Guard in Washington, D.C. was illegal.