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.

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.

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. 

House Oversight Chairman urges swift action on RFK Stadium site redevelopment deal

House Oversight Chairman James Comer is calling on D.C. Council Chairman Phil Mendelson to act quickly on plans for the Robert F. Kennedy Stadium redevelopment deal with the Washington Commanders.

Heat Advisory: Dangerously hot, humid conditions Thursday across DC region

The Washington, D.C. region is dealing with dangerous heat and humidity on Thursday, with temperatures in the mid-90s and a heat index near 105 degrees.

Jeanine Pirro expected to advance as DC US Attorney

Former FOX News host Jeanine Pirro is likely to move forward as the US attorney for the District of Columbia following a vote Senate Judiciary Committee vote Thursday. 

Von Miller signs 1-year deal with Washington Commanders: AP

Von Miller, the NFL’s active sacks leader, is signing with the Washington Commanders roughly a week before training camp opens.

DC Police Union president upset over detail assigned to Council Chair Phil Mendelson

Tempers flared in the nation's capital Tuesday night over what appears to be a new police assignment on Capitol Hill, guarding the home of a top local elected official.  

Flood Watch issued as thunderstorms threaten DC area Wednesday evening

A Flood Watch is in effect from 5 p.m. through Wednesday evening for Washington, D.C. and parts of Maryland and Virginia, as heat and humidity heighten the risk of severe thunderstorms across the region.

18-year-old drowns in Potomac River amid strong currents

A summer outing ended in tragedy Sunday after an 18-year-old from Dumfries, Virginia drowned while swimming in the Potomac River near Cockpit Point. 

Smithsonian museums reopen after closure due to HVAC problems

All Smithsonian museums have officially reopened after officials say  heating, ventilation and air conditioning issues linked to a power failure over the weekend have been resolved.

Trayon White celebrates with supporters after projected to win back Ward 8 seat

Former D.C. Councilmember Trayon White is projected to reclaim his Ward 8 seat in the special election despite an ongoing federal bribery case stemming from his arrest in an FBI sting operation.