DC area expecting heavy rain, wind as 2 powerful winter storms eye central, eastern US

Two powerful, potentially blizzard-level storms will impact the eastern half of the country this week. One during the early workweek, with the second coming at the tail end. On Sunday, the first blizzard warnings were issued ahead of the early week system for parts of the Southern Plains, where the system will take form on Monday. 

Man killed estranged wife at Giant grocery store in Frederick County, deputies say

Frederick County deputies have arrested a man who they say shot and killed his estranged wife outside a Giant grocery store where she worked Saturday night. 

Frederick County gears up for weekend snowstorm, officials urge caution

Frederick County officials have been working to prepare for the anticipated winter weather this weekend along with other jurisdictions.

Teenage boy shot over Moose Knuckles coat in Hyattsville: police

A 14-year-old boy is recovering in a hospital after the Hyattsville City Police Department says he was shot in the chest over his Moose Knuckles jacket on Friday afternoon.

Family of Landon School student who took his own life files wrongful death lawsuit

The family of a 16-year-old student who took his own life in 2022 has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the Maryland private school he attended alleging they failed to take proactive measures that could have prevented the tragedy.

Stolen cars heading to West Africa being intercepted at Port of Baltimore

Cars stolen from the District, Maryland, Virginia, and beyond are winding up in shipping containers, headed overseas, and it’s a problem that customs officials say is getting worse.

Snow forecast: Here’s how much DC, Maryland & Virginia can expect from this weekend’s winter storm

A weekend winter storm that could potentially bring significant snow accumulations to the mountains north and west of the nation’s capital will likely only leave a trace behind in the Washington, D.C. metro area before transitioning to rain. Here’s how much snow parts of the D.C. metro area, Maryland, and Virginia might see this weekend.

'Bomb cyclone' anniversary: 6 years since DC region blasted with snow and high winds

Six years ago, the D.C. area was hit with a "bomb cyclone" that brought extreme cold temperatures and sub-zero wind chills to the region and closed schools in several districts. 

Maryland bridge damaged during washout caused by logjam debris; emergency roadwork underway

Officials have temporarily closed the MD 198 (Laurel Fort Meade Road) bridge over the Little Patuxent River​ near Fort Meade after it was washed out and damaged by logjam debris.

DC snow forecast: Most significant snowfall in 2 years possible Saturday for parts of DC metro area

A slushy mix of snow could be on the ground by Saturday afternoon as the Washington, D.C. area prepares for its first significant snowfall of the season - and possibly the most snow parts of the metro area have seen over the last two years.

Germantown dentist sentenced to 45 years for girlfriend's death

The Germantown dentist convicted of killing his 25-year-old girlfriend was sentenced in Montgomery County court Wednesday.Judge Cheryl McCally sentenced Dr. James Ryan — who was convicted of second-degree murder and several drug-related charges — to 55 years in prison. He will ultimately serve 45 years. 

New Maryland report highlights stagnant state economy

Maryland’s economic growth effectively stalled in 2017 and has been stagnant ever since, despite the fact that the state tops the nation in several key economic categories, according to a report released Wednesday.