Security tightens near White House ahead of high-profile visit

Temporary fencing and concrete barriers are going up around the White House this week as security ramps up ahead of a high-profile visit, according to the U.S. Secret Service.

Scooter accident sends man into water at Tidal Basin

A man was pulled from the water at the Tidal Basin Wednesday morning after a scooter accident sent him over the edge.

DC weather: Showers possible Wednesday; storms likely Thursday

A mild and humid Wednesday across the District, with morning temperatures in the mid-60s to low 70s and the possibility of afternoon showers.

National Guard remains in DC following Trump's federal takeover

The federal takeover of D.C. police may be over, but the National Guard is still in the city and wards across the city are deciding how to put them to work.

Charges for 17-year-old accused of shooting DC firefighter upgraded

The 17-year-old accused of shooting a firefighter on Capitol Hill was in court, now facing upgraded charges from the U.S. Attorney for D.C. Jeanine Pirro.

Statue of Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein holding hands appears on National Mall

A 12-foot statue of Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein holding hands appeared on the National Mall this week, put up by an anonymous group to mark “Friendship Month."

Statue of Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein holding hands appears on National Mall

A 12-foot statue of Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein holding hands appeared on the National Mall this week, put up by an anonymous group to mark “Friendship Month."

UDC student athlete attacked on campus
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Nhaikyia Smith said she was walking to basketball practice on the campus of the University of the District of Columbia, when a man came up from behind her and started choking her.

Expensive Prada bag stolen from security guard at Lidl in DC

D.C. police say they’re searching for a man accused of stealing a designer bag from a security guard at a grocery store.

Deckover construction begins on Connecticut Avenue in Dupont Circle

Big changes are underway at DuPont Circle as the District Department of Transportation begins a two-year transformation of part of Connecticut Avenue into a public plaza.

DC salutes resident centenarians: 100 years and still going strong

On Monday, the District honored more than 30 residents who have reached the remarkable milestone of 100 years or more.

Trump laser pointer incident: Man arrested for allegedly aiming beam at Marine One

A man has been arrested on a federal charge after allegedly aiming a laser pointer at Marine One while President Donald Trump was aboard, according to a court filing released Monday.

DC weather: Showers and thunderstorms possible Tuesday

Warm and humid weather returns to the Washington, D.C. region Tuesday, with highs in the mid-80s and a chance for showers and thunderstorms later in the day.

DC's economy at a 'pivotal point,' per DC Chamber of Commerce report

D.C.'s economy is at a "pivotal point," according to the latest D.C. Chamber of Commerce 2025 "State of Business Report," released for Monday's "State of the District and Region" Conference. 

Jayden Daniels out for Sunday’s game against Las Vegas Raiders

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels has been ruled out for Sunday’s game against the Las Vegas Raiders due to an injured left knee.

2 victims stabbed, assaulted by 4 females in Northeast DC: police

The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating a stabbing that occurred in Northeast D.C., leaving two people injured. The assault involved four Black females, one of whom was arrested and charged with assault with a deadly weapon.

2 women stabbed in Northeast DC: police

Police are investigating after two women were found stabbed in Northeast D.C. Friday night. 

Man accused of killing transgender woman in DC charged with hate crime: USAO

The man accused of killing a transgender woman in Northeast D.C. has officially been charged with a hate crime, according to the U.S. Attorney for D.C. 

RFK Stadium history and demolition. See the photos

The demolition of RFK Stadium, a Washington, D.C. landmark for more than six decades, is nearly complete, as the District and the Washington Commanders advance plans to build a new stadium complex on the site.