4th of July guide: Fireworks laws in DC, Maryland and Virginia
Across the U.S., Independence Day is all about celebrating the nation’s history with food, family and, of course, fireworks. But here in the DMV, laws on what fireworks can be bought and where they can be used can be confusing.
Across the U.S., Independence Day is all about celebrating the nation’s history with food, family and, of course, fireworks. But here in the DMV, laws on what fireworks can be bought and where they can be used can be confusing.
Maryland officer rams into tree during pursuit of armed carjacker
A Forest Heights police cruiser rammed into a tree during the pursuit of an armed carjacker.
A Forest Heights police cruiser rammed into a tree during the pursuit of an armed carjacker.
Joro spider could be spotted in Maryland again this summer
A large spider native to Asia that was spotted in Maryland last year could be back again this summer. The Joro spider, an invasive species that is on the move in the United States, is poised to spread across much of the East Coast. Here’s what we know about the colorful arachnid.
A large spider native to Asia that was spotted in Maryland last year could be back again this summer. The Joro spider, an invasive species that is on the move in the United States, is poised to spread across much of the East Coast. Here’s what we know about the colorful arachnid.
Suspect attempts to return stolen merchandise for cash refund at Maryland grocery store
Surveillance photos have been released of a suspect who entered a grocery store and attempted to return stolen merchandise to receive a cash refund.
Surveillance photos have been released of a suspect who entered a grocery store and attempted to return stolen merchandise to receive a cash refund.
Baltimore City school teacher arrested, charged with raping minor: police
A Baltimore City school teacher faces rape and sexual offense charges after police say he was involved in an inappropriate relationship with a minor.
A Baltimore City school teacher faces rape and sexual offense charges after police say he was involved in an inappropriate relationship with a minor.
July 4th Traffic: Best and worst times to drive
More than 1.8 million Washington, D.C. area residents will travel over the week surrounding the Fourth of July holiday, says AAA Mid-Atlantic, and most of them will hit the road to get to their destinations.
More than 1.8 million Washington, D.C. area residents will travel over the week surrounding the Fourth of July holiday, says AAA Mid-Atlantic, and most of them will hit the road to get to their destinations.
1 killed in District Heights triple shooting
One person was shot and killed and two were wounded after gunfire erupted in a Prince George's County neighborhood, police said.
One person was shot and killed and two were wounded after gunfire erupted in a Prince George's County neighborhood, police said.
Maryland man dies after altercation with neighbor, family seeks answers
A Montgomery County man has passed away following a heated altercation with his neighbor nearly three weeks ago.
A Montgomery County man has passed away following a heated altercation with his neighbor nearly three weeks ago.
Rachel Morin murder: El Salvadorian suspect indicted in 'crucial step': family's lawyer
An illegal immigrant was indicted this week for the brutal rape and murder of Rachel Morin in what an attorney for the victim's family called a "crucial step."
An illegal immigrant was indicted this week for the brutal rape and murder of Rachel Morin in what an attorney for the victim's family called a "crucial step."
Family friend remembers Largo fire victim's love and laughter
Families are mourning after Prince George’s County fire officials confirmed two people were killed in a large fire at an apartment complex.
Families are mourning after Prince George’s County fire officials confirmed two people were killed in a large fire at an apartment complex.
Rush hour crash in Gaithersburg; Lanes reopen after major traffic disruption
A crash during rush hour Tuesday resulted in the closure of all eastbound lanes on Quince Orchard Road (MD 124) at I-270, causing significant delays.
A crash during rush hour Tuesday resulted in the closure of all eastbound lanes on Quince Orchard Road (MD 124) at I-270, causing significant delays.
No charges after 3-year-old killed in accidental shooting at Columbia home, police say
No charges have been filed after a 3-year-old boy was found shot to death inside a home in Columbia, police say.
No charges have been filed after a 3-year-old boy was found shot to death inside a home in Columbia, police say.
Man wanted after stabbing woman to death on sidewalk in Anne Arundel County: police
Police are searching for a man who stabbed a woman to death on a sidewalk in Anne Arundel County Monday night.
Police are searching for a man who stabbed a woman to death on a sidewalk in Anne Arundel County Monday night.
Swim lessons throughout the DMV for children and adults
During this sizzling heat wave, there is no better way to cool down than a nice swim. For those that do not know how to swim, no need to fret, there are plenty of local places to start your swim lessons.
During this sizzling heat wave, there is no better way to cool down than a nice swim. For those that do not know how to swim, no need to fret, there are plenty of local places to start your swim lessons.
2 dead, child hurt in Largo apartment fire
Authorities say a man and a woman were killed, and a child was hurt after an early morning two-alarm apartment fire in Prince George’s County.
Authorities say a man and a woman were killed, and a child was hurt after an early morning two-alarm apartment fire in Prince George’s County.
1 dead after found shot inside Prince George’s County home: police
Authorities are investigating after a person was killed after being found with gunshot wounds inside a Prince George’s County home.
Authorities are investigating after a person was killed after being found with gunshot wounds inside a Prince George’s County home.
CVS locks up cold drinks in downtown Silver Spring to prevent theft
Shoppers looking to grab a cold drink at a CVS in downtown Silver Spring might find it more challenging than expected.
Shoppers looking to grab a cold drink at a CVS in downtown Silver Spring might find it more challenging than expected.
Anacostia River splash postponed again due to water quality
The First Annual Anacostia River Splash has been postponed again due to water quality.
The First Annual Anacostia River Splash has been postponed again due to water quality.
Stepfather strangles 18-year-old stepson to death in Maryland: police
A man has been convicted in Charles County after choking his stepson to death in Waldorf, according to police.
A man has been convicted in Charles County after choking his stepson to death in Waldorf, according to police.
MCPS misused emergency funds in sexual harassment investigation, new OIG report says
The Office of the Inspector General found Montgomery County Public Schools misused hundreds of thousands of dollars, according to a report released on Thursday.
The Office of the Inspector General found Montgomery County Public Schools misused hundreds of thousands of dollars, according to a report released on Thursday.