10 Mother's Day brunches in DC, Maryland & Virginia

Mother's Day has arrived and there are plenty of ways to celebrate in a special way. Here's everything you need to know and other things to do in D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. 

Robert Prevost celebrated by DC Catholics after historic election as first American pope

Catholics across the United States are celebrating the election of Pope Leo XIV, Chicago-born Augustinian missionary Robert Prevost, as the first American pontiff in history. The excitement is especially strong at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C.

DC weather: Cloudy, rainy Friday ahead of sunny, dry weekend

A rainy start to Friday will make for a wet morning commute across the Washington, D.C., region before clearing skies make for a sunny and dry weekend.

DC-area Catholics celebrate election of first American pope, Leo XIV

The nation’s capital is celebrating a historic moment — the election of the first American pope. Cardinal Robert Prevost has been named Pope Leo XIV.

Trump to name Fox News host Jeanine Pirro as DC's top federal prosecutor

President Donald Trump said Thursday that he is naming Fox News host Jeanine Pirro, a former county prosecutor and elected judge, to be the top federal prosecutor for the nation’s capital after abandoning his first pick for the job.

Metro Transit Police say man stopped for fare evasion assaulted officer; gun later found

Metro Transit Police say a man stopped for fare evasion at the Gallery Place station was arrested after he assaulted a police officer. During a search of the suspect, MTPD said they also recovered a gun. 

Photo released of suspect wanted for assault in Northwest DC

The Metropolitan Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance to locate a suspect involved in an assault in Northwest.

DC weather: Scattered showers, thunderstorms expected late Thursday

A dry and sunny Thursday morning will give way to increasing clouds and the possibility of scattered showers by mid-afternoon, with thunderstorms expected later in the day.

US air traffic control system overhaul to be unveiled amid safety concerns

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is set to unveil a multi-billion-dollar plan Thursday to modernize the nation’s aging air traffic control system, following a series of high-profile safety incidents.

Suspects in deadly U Street hit-and-run may be tied to DC robberies, police say

D.C. police are searching for the driver of an SUV who hit and killed a man in Northwest early Wednesday morning. Police believe the occupants of this car were responsible for multiple robberies in the moments before a fatal hit-and-run.

ICE says 'workplace inspections' conducted at 100 DC restaurants

Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents visited 100 restaurants and businesses in D.C. on Wednesday, conducting what they’re calling "workplace inspections." 

Former DC police officer charged with sex trafficking children

 A registered sex offender and former D.C. police officer has been charged with more crimes against children. He was arrested on sex trafficking charges as part of a nationwide operation targeting child predators, federal authorities announced.

REAL ID Deadline: What you need to be prepared in DC, Maryland & Virginia

REAL ID enforcement has begun. Beginning on May 7, 2025, travelers flying within the U.S. are now required to present a REAL ID-compliant license or identification card. Here's what you need to know to make sure you are REAL ID compliant.