Fall foliage near its peak across the DMV: Here’s where to see the best color
The DMV is bursting with autumn color - but if you want to catch the leaves at their best, now’s the time to get outside. According to the latest fall color reports, foliage is peaking across much of the region this week and next, offering one last chance to soak in the reds, yellows, and oranges before they fade.
DC weather: Warm Wednesday before cold temperatures return
After a chilly start, Wednesday brings a brief warmup across the D.C. region, with sunny skies and highs in the low 70s.
DC Council pushes for another juvenile curfew after Halloween 'teen takeover' in Navy Yard
There’s a new teen curfew on the horizon in our nation’s capital. D.C. lawmakers are taking action, just days after the latest “teen takeover” that was caught on camera and involved the National Guard.
Government Shutdown 2025 Update: Day 35 begins as stalemate ties record for longest in US history
The federal government shutdown reached day 35 on Tuesday, tying the longest in U.S. history as lawmakers remain deadlocked over funding.
Former Vice President Dick Cheney’s death draws reflection across DMV
Former Vice President Dick Cheney has died, and reaction across the Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia region is as complex as his legacy.
Police arrest man accused in 2024 murder of 3-year-old girl
D.C. police have made an arrest in connection to the murder of a three-year-old girl.
Trial for DC man who threw sandwich at federal officer begins
The trial has begun for the man who tossed a sub at a federal officer.
Southeast DC shooting leaves man dead; suspect identified
The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) has arrested a suspect in connection to a fatal shooting that occurred on Sunday morning in Southeast Washington.
Commanders fall to Seahawks 38-14, lose Jayden Daniels to arm injury
Jayden Daniels left Washington’s game against Seattle with 7:29 remaining Sunday night after his left, nonthrowing arm bent awkwardly during a tackle near the goal line in the team’s 38-14 loss to the Seahawks.
DC Council to vote on extending juvenile curfew zones
D.C.’s juvenile curfew remains in effect Monday morning following a weekend of violence and vandalism that led to dozens of arrests.
Commanders star could miss rest of season after injury against Seahawks: report
The Washington Commanders suffered several key injuries Sunday in a 38–14 loss to the Seattle Seahawks, including one that could sideline a star player for the rest of the season.
Government Shutdown 2025 Update: Day 34 with no deal as standoff nears historic record
The government shutdown is on track to become the longest in U.S. history this week, as the stalemate between Democrats and Republicans stretches into a new month.
DC nightclub shooting leaves 5 injured; suspects flee in gold sedan
DC nightclub shooting leaves 5 injured; suspects flee in gold sedan
DC curfew zones: 18 juveniles stopped first night
Eighteen juveniles were stopped for curfew violations during the first night of the Special Juvenile Curfew Zones, established by the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD).
5 arrested after hundreds of juveniles fight in Navy Yard on Halloween: Curfew issued
Five teens were arrested after a massive fight in Navy Yard on Halloween. Mayor Muriel Bowser has enacted a youth curfew.
Search continues for suspect who fired shots, injuring teenage girl in Southeast DC
D.C. police are searching for a suspect wanted for a shooting that left a teenage girl injured.
Leaf collection begins in DC Monday
Leaf collection in Washington, D.C. begins Monday, November 3.
Mothers share tearful meeting after man accused of killing intern, teen girl is arrested
Two mothers share an emotional meeting after the arrest of the man accused of killing their children.
PHOTOS: Trump White House Halloween celebration
President Donald Trump welcomed hundreds of costumed guests to the White House Thursday night for a festive Halloween celebration.
SNAP Benefits Government Shutdown: Full list of what states are doing to help families
With federal SNAP benefits set to run out this weekend amid the government shutdown, states are stepping in to help low-income families who risk going hungry. Here's what each state is doing and how to find meals if your benefits end November 1.