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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Sixteen states and Washington, D.C., are suing the Trump administration over threats to withhold PREP grants.
Jayden Daniels ruled out; Mariota to start for Commanders vs. Falcons
Quarterback Jayden Daniels has been ruled out for Sunday’s matchup against the Atlanta Falcons, meaning veteran Marcus Mariota will make his second start of the season for the Washington Commanders.
Quarterback Jayden Daniels has been ruled out for Sunday’s matchup against the Atlanta Falcons, meaning veteran Marcus Mariota will make his second start of the season for the Washington Commanders.
Police release new images of third suspect in fatal shooting of congressional intern
Officials have offered a $50,000 for information that would lead to Naqwan Antonio Lucas' arrest and conviction.
Officials have offered a $50,000 for information that would lead to Naqwan Antonio Lucas' arrest and conviction.
Mass layoffs threaten federal workers as shutdown looms
A potential government shutdown is casting a shadow over Capitol Hill, with lawmakers clashing over funding and the White House warning federal agencies to brace for possible layoffs.
A potential government shutdown is casting a shadow over Capitol Hill, with lawmakers clashing over funding and the White House warning federal agencies to brace for possible layoffs.
Twin hurricanes: What Humberto, possibly Imelda could bring to DC area
Two strong storms are making their way toward the U.S., with both having potential to become strong hurricanes.
Two strong storms are making their way toward the U.S., with both having potential to become strong hurricanes.
DC weather: Warm Friday ahead of cloudy, rainy weekend
A cold front in the Washington, D.C. area is expected to keep conditions across the region unsettled heading into what will be a cloudy and rainy weekend.
A cold front in the Washington, D.C. area is expected to keep conditions across the region unsettled heading into what will be a cloudy and rainy weekend.
Suspect arrested in shooting that ended DC's homicide-free streak
The Metropolitan Police Department has made an arrest in the Southeast D.C. shooting that ended the city’s 12-day homicide-free streak last month.
The Metropolitan Police Department has made an arrest in the Southeast D.C. shooting that ended the city’s 12-day homicide-free streak last month.
Trump executive order enforces death penalty in Washington DC
Trump issued a new executive order Thursday calling for his administration to seek the death penalty for crimes in DC whenever possible.
Trump issued a new executive order Thursday calling for his administration to seek the death penalty for crimes in DC whenever possible.
Multi-vehicle crash on I-295 causes delays in DC
A multi-vehicle crash on I-295 caused significant delays in D.C. Thursday morning.
A multi-vehicle crash on I-295 caused significant delays in D.C. Thursday morning.
DC weather: Showers and possible thunderstorms Thursday
A slow-moving cold front is bringing rain and the possibility of thunderstorms to the Washington, D.C. region on Thursday.
A slow-moving cold front is bringing rain and the possibility of thunderstorms to the Washington, D.C. region on Thursday.
2 US Park Police officers, US Marshal injured in DC crash
Two U.S. Park Police officers and a U.S. Marshal were injured Wednesday night when a vehicle ran a red light near the D.C. / Maryland border, authorities said.
Two U.S. Park Police officers and a U.S. Marshal were injured Wednesday night when a vehicle ran a red light near the D.C. / Maryland border, authorities said.
DC man charged in mother's fatal stabbing
A Southeast D.C. man faces charges after allegedly stabbing his mother to death.
A Southeast D.C. man faces charges after allegedly stabbing his mother to death.
Statue of Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein removed from National Mall after less than a day
A statue depicting Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein holding hands appeared briefly on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., before being removed by U.S. Park Police.
A statue depicting Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein holding hands appeared briefly on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., before being removed by U.S. Park Police.
Capital Jewish Museum shooting suspect due in court Wednesday
The man accused of fatally shooting a couple outside the Capital Jewish Museum is scheduled to appear in federal court Wednesday.
The man accused of fatally shooting a couple outside the Capital Jewish Museum is scheduled to appear in federal court Wednesday.
Hillcrest Heights woman arrested for attempted stabbing of DC officer: police
A traffic stop in Southwest, D.C. led to the arrest of a suspect who allegedly assaulted a police officer with a knife. The suspect reportedly lunged at an officer with a butcher knife from inside her car, rammed the police cruiser multiple times, and drove away from the scene, according to police.
A traffic stop in Southwest, D.C. led to the arrest of a suspect who allegedly assaulted a police officer with a knife. The suspect reportedly lunged at an officer with a butcher knife from inside her car, rammed the police cruiser multiple times, and drove away from the scene, according to police.