Live updates: Trump says US considering 'winding down' military operations in Iran
The US military is deploying three more warships and marines to the Middle East as Iran fires on Israel and energy sites in neighboring Gulf Arab states, sending oil and gas prices surging.
The US military is deploying three more warships and marines to the Middle East as Iran fires on Israel and energy sites in neighboring Gulf Arab states, sending oil and gas prices surging.
Man charged after attacking police officers at traffic light in Clarendon
A 26-year-old man accused of assaulting police officers in Clarendon was arrested and is being held without bond, according to police.
A 26-year-old man accused of assaulting police officers in Clarendon was arrested and is being held without bond, according to police.
Shooting near Eid al-Fitr event in Anacostia: police
Police are investigating a shooting near an Eid al-Fitr event at the Anacostia Park Roller Skating Pavilion on Friday afternoon in Washington, D.C.
Police are investigating a shooting near an Eid al-Fitr event at the Anacostia Park Roller Skating Pavilion on Friday afternoon in Washington, D.C.
NASA Artemis II: Rocket arrives at Kennedy Space Center launch pad
The Artemis II rocket and spacecraft completed the 4-mile trek to the launch pad at Kennedy Space Center on Friday morning, March 20, 2026.
The Artemis II rocket and spacecraft completed the 4-mile trek to the launch pad at Kennedy Space Center on Friday morning, March 20, 2026.
RFK Jr. overstepped legal authority on transgender care for minors, judge rules
A federal judge said that Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. had overreached by issuing a declaration that called gender-transition medical treatments unsafe and ineffective for young people experiencing gender dysphoria.
A federal judge said that Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. had overreached by issuing a declaration that called gender-transition medical treatments unsafe and ineffective for young people experiencing gender dysphoria.
Martial artist and actor Chuck Norris dies at 86
Actor and martial artist Chuck Norris has died at the age of 86.
Actor and martial artist Chuck Norris has died at the age of 86.
Driver in custody after stolen U Haul hits multiple vehicles in Montgomery County, police say
A driver is in custody after a stolen U‑Haul truck struck several vehicles across Montgomery County on Friday morning, according to police.
A driver is in custody after a stolen U‑Haul truck struck several vehicles across Montgomery County on Friday morning, according to police.
Virtual preview shows IndyCar’s Freedom 250 Grand Prix racing past DC landmarks
A newly released virtual lap video gives a first look at the Freedom 250 Grand Prix route, showing IndyCars speeding past some of Washington’s most iconic landmarks ahead of the race in August 2026.
A newly released virtual lap video gives a first look at the Freedom 250 Grand Prix route, showing IndyCars speeding past some of Washington’s most iconic landmarks ahead of the race in August 2026.
Spring Equinox 2026: New season arrives Friday with sun, showers and highs near 70 degrees
Spring’s first day brings a warm mix of sun and clouds to the Washington, D.C., region on Friday, with temperatures climbing to around 70 degrees and the possibility of showers later in the evening.
Spring’s first day brings a warm mix of sun and clouds to the Washington, D.C., region on Friday, with temperatures climbing to around 70 degrees and the possibility of showers later in the evening.
Woman arrested after crashing carjacked vehicle into Virginia 7 Eleven, police say
A woman is facing multiple charges after police say she carjacked a vehicle and then crashed it through the front of a 7‑Eleven store in Luray early Thursday.
A woman is facing multiple charges after police say she carjacked a vehicle and then crashed it through the front of a 7‑Eleven store in Luray early Thursday.
Germantown sinkhole repairs continue; sewer bypass system expected by Monday
Crews in Montgomery County are working around the clock to repair a massive sinkhole in Germantown and build a temporary sewer bypass system that officials say could be operating by Monday.
Crews in Montgomery County are working around the clock to repair a massive sinkhole in Germantown and build a temporary sewer bypass system that officials say could be operating by Monday.
CBP: 900 pounds of liquid meth found in fuel tank of tractor-trailer at US-Mexico border crossing
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CPB) says a Mexican citizen traveling on a business visa was arrested at a border crossing inspection site in San Diego earlier this month after CPB officers found 900 pounds of liquid methamphetamine concealed in the fuel tank of a tractor-trailer.
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CPB) says a Mexican citizen traveling on a business visa was arrested at a border crossing inspection site in San Diego earlier this month after CPB officers found 900 pounds of liquid methamphetamine concealed in the fuel tank of a tractor-trailer.
César Chávez murals, statues already removed from campuses, parks
Organizations across the country and California – the birthplace of the United Farm Workers movement – have already begun removing depictions of the late Latino labor leader César Chávez from public spaces after the explosive allegations in the New York Times revealed this week that he allegedly raped and sexually assaulted women and girls decades ago.
Organizations across the country and California – the birthplace of the United Farm Workers movement – have already begun removing depictions of the late Latino labor leader César Chávez from public spaces after the explosive allegations in the New York Times revealed this week that he allegedly raped and sexually assaulted women and girls decades ago.
Chuck Norris through the years: Photos from the moments that made him a beloved star
Actor and martial artist Chuck Norris died Thursday, March 19 after being hospitalized in Hawaii. His career spanned decades and he developed a worldwide following. A look back at his biggest roles.
Actor and martial artist Chuck Norris died Thursday, March 19 after being hospitalized in Hawaii. His career spanned decades and he developed a worldwide following. A look back at his biggest roles.
Chuck Norris, actor and martial artist, dies at 86
Chuck Norris, the famed martial artist and actor, has died. Here's what to know.
Chuck Norris, the famed martial artist and actor, has died. Here's what to know.
St. Jude Rock n' Roll Race: Road closures and parking enforcements
The 2026 St. Jude Rock n' Roll 5k and half-marathon takes place this Saturday, March 21, and D.C. drivers should expect road closures and parking restrictions this weekend.
The 2026 St. Jude Rock n' Roll 5k and half-marathon takes place this Saturday, March 21, and D.C. drivers should expect road closures and parking restrictions this weekend.
Kohl’s CEO signals what's next for stores after several closures
Kohl's closed 27 stores in 15 states in 2025 as the department store chain looked to get on better financial footing amid declining sales.
Kohl's closed 27 stores in 15 states in 2025 as the department store chain looked to get on better financial footing amid declining sales.
90,000 bottles of children's ibuprofen recalled nationwide, FDA says
Thousands of bottles of children’s ibuprofen have been recalled after complaints of a “foreign substance." Here’s what to know.
Thousands of bottles of children’s ibuprofen have been recalled after complaints of a “foreign substance." Here’s what to know.
Former Ravens running back Terrance West charged in alleged assault on contractors
Former Baltimore Ravens running back Terrance West is facing assault charges after an alleged altercation with contractors at a home in Prince George’s County, according to court documents.
Former Baltimore Ravens running back Terrance West is facing assault charges after an alleged altercation with contractors at a home in Prince George’s County, according to court documents.
DA: Colorado man caught with enough fentanyl to kill nearly 300k people, sentenced
Busted with enough fentanyl to kill hundreds of thousands of people, a Colorado man is set to spend the rest of his life behind bars.
Busted with enough fentanyl to kill hundreds of thousands of people, a Colorado man is set to spend the rest of his life behind bars.