Car strikes gas pump in Northwest DC, engulfs in flames

A vehicle fire at a gas station on Connecticut Avenue NW prompted a rapid response from DC Fire and EMS on Saturday. The incident began after a car slammed into a gas pump, igniting a blaze.

Kilmar Abrego Garcia offered deportation to Costa Rica for guilty plea: court documents

In a new legal filing, lawyers for Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia claim the government is engaging in a "coordinated effort" to force their client into a guilty plea. The Maryland man, who was mistakenly deported to El Salvador in March, was just released from jail on Friday after months of turmoil.

FIFA 2026 World Cup draw to come to DC, Trump announces

The 2026 FIFA World Cup draw will be held at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., President Donald Trump announced Friday afternoon.

Trump threatens full 'federal takeover' in DC, blasts Bowser over crime data

President Donald Trump threatened on social media to fully "takeover" Washington, D.C., accusing Mayor Muriel Bowser of disseminating "inaccurate crime figures." 

Howard University president steps down; interim leader named

Howard University President Ben Vinson III is stepping down, the university announced Friday in a post on its official X account.

Sunny, breezy weekend ahead as Hurricane Erin pulls away from East Coast

Skies are clearing across the D.C. region on Friday as Hurricane Erin drifts farther out to sea, leaving behind a stretch of sunny, dry weather.

Protests in DC after Trump visits federal law enforcement officers amid takeover

Protests broke out for another night in the District as the Trump administration continues its federal takeover of the city, with officers from multiple law enforcement agencies patrolling the streets. 

LIVE BLOG: Trump visits federal law enforcement officers in DC

President Donald Trump is expected to join military and law enforcement officers on patrol in Washington, D.C. on the heels of declaring a public safety emergency earlier this month.

Trump to patrol DC with military and law enforcement Thursday night, officials say

President Donald Trump is expected to join military and law enforcement officers on patrol in Washington, D.C., on Thursday night, marking his first time on the streets since declaring a public safety emergency earlier this month.

VP Vance visits National Guard at Union Station amid DC protests

National Guard members stationed at Union Station received an unexpected visit Wednesday from Vice President J.D. Vance and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who handed out burgers and thanked troops for their service.

Hurricane Erin brings gusty winds to DMV region Thursday

Hurricane Erin continues to bring along strong gusty winds to much of the East Coast on Thursday as it makes its way to the North Atlantic. 

630 arrests since DC takeover began, Bondi says

Attorney General Pam Bondi said Thursday that 630 arrests have been made and 86 illegal firearms seized in Washington, D.C., since President Donald Trump declared a public safety emergency earlier this month.

2 hospitalized after early morning crash on North Capitol Street in DC

Two men were seriously injured in a crash early Thursday morning that left one vehicle overturned near North Capitol Street and Florida Avenue, according to D.C. Fire and EMS.

1 injured in crash involving DC National Guard vehicle

One person was injured Wednesday morning in a crash involving a D.C. National Guard vehicle in southeast Washington.

Warm Wednesday in DC; Hurricane Erin to impact coast conditions Thursday

A warmer Wednesday across the Washington, D.C. region brings some afternoon sunshine, while coastal areas of Maryland, Virginia and Delaware could feel the effects of Hurricane Erin by Thursday.

Trump targets Smithsonian museums in 'woke' post prompting heightened concerns

There are heightened concerns for D.C.'s Smithsonian museums after President Trump issued a Truth Social post criticizing the institution and what he called “woke” culture.