1999 cold case: Arrest made in deadly stabbing of young DC woman

More than 25 years after a 24-year-old woman was found stabbed to death in her Northeast apartment, police say a man has been taken into custody for her murder.

DC’s public toilets to reopen amid funding uncertainty

A clean public bathroom can be tough to find, especially now that a popular program to provide public toilets in D.C. is on hold.

DC Weather: Severe thunderstorm watches, warnings issued for DC area

Dangerous heat and severe weather are expected Tuesday across the Washington, D.C., region, with hot, humid conditions pushing heat index values as high as 106 degrees and strong thunderstorms likely this afternoon and evening.

Police increase reward for info on slain Capitol Hill intern to $40K

D.C. Police announced on Tuesday an increased reward for information in the murder of a Capitol Hill intern last month in Washington, D.C. 

George Washington University announces hiring freeze, budget cuts amid financial strain

George Washington University (GW) officials announced a sweeping hiring freeze for faculty and staff and deeper budget cuts to administrative and academic units for fiscal year 2026.

DC cleaning companies to pay $290K for failing to pay overtime wages, says AG Schwalb

Two related cleaning companies will pay $290,000 to resolve allegations that they failed to pay overtime wages to 323 housekeepers who worked at hotels across the District, D.C. Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb announced Tuesday.

Advocates rally to preserve DC’s Chinatown amid business closures

Community members and activists held a rally Tuesday to try and save businesses in D.C.’s Chinatown neighborhood, calling for stronger preservation efforts as redevelopment advances in the neighborhood.

DC tightens youth curfew after chaotic weekend

Mayor Muriel Bowser has extended and expanded the city's youth curfew through the end of summer following another weekend of large, unruly teen gatherings, including incidents involving illegal fireworks.

Wet July week will add to DC region's rain total after soggy May and June

More anticipated July rain could add to an already soggy stretch in the D.C. area, where rainfall totals since May 1 have climbed to 13.5 inches — about 4.5 inches above average.

Mayor Bowser extends DC youth curfew through end of summer

Large gatherings of teens have been causing disturbances since the start of summer and this past weekend, they were seen setting off illegal fireworks in Navy Yard. Neighbors are concerned, and on Monday, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser took action.

Mike Rizzo and Davey Martinez are out: What's next for the Nationals?

As the Nationals sit at a disappointing 37-53 record in 2025, the team relieved General Manager Mike Rizzo and Manager Davey Martinez of their duties in an announcement on Sunday.

Ben's Chili Bowl to close for renovations

Ben’s Chili Bowl U Street will be temporarily closing starting at midnight next Monday. The historic building is closing for renovations, its first major repairs in over six decades. The upgrades are expected to take four months, and a grand reopening is planned for November 2025.

Beyoncé concert DC weather forecast: Could storms threaten show at Northwest Stadium?

Tropical Storm Chantal’s remnants are expected to bring scattered showers and thunderstorms to the Washington, D.C., area on Monday -- but will they threaten the Beyoncé concert at D.C.’s Northwest Stadium?

Mike Rizzo, Davey Martinez fired by Washington Nationals; fans reflect on end of an era

The Washington Nationals have parted ways with longtime general manager Mike Rizzo and manager Davey Martinez, ending a major chapter in franchise history following yet another losing season.

Scattered storms likely Monday as Tropical Storm Chantal’s remnants sweep DC region

The remnants of Tropical Storm Chantal are expected to bring scattered showers and thunderstorms to the Washington, D.C., area on Monday from late morning through the afternoon.