Flu cases surging around DMV region

Flu cases are climbing sharply across the D.C. region, with new CDC data showing at least 11 million cases nationwide so far. Health officials say a new variant now accounts for roughly 90% of recent infections.

Lego unveils smart brick sets that bring ‘your creations to life’

Lego has revealed Smart Play, a screen-free product that brings builds to life with technology, debuting with interactive Star Wars sets. Here’s what we know.

Virginia leaders push to delay Shenandoah rail revival vote
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Efforts to move the space shuttle “Discovery” from Northern Virginia to Texas have hit a roadblock. It looks like the shuttle could stay in the DMV, at least for now.

Hegseth censures Sen. Mark Kelly after 'illegal orders' video

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced on Monday that a letter of censure has been issued to U.S. Senator Mark Kelly over the Arizona lawmaker's participation in a video that called on troops to “refuse illegal orders."

2026 tax brackets vs. 2025: Here’s what’s changed, other things to know

Your paycheck could stretch further in 2026 as the IRS raised tax brackets and deductions under Trump’s “big beautiful bill." Here’s what changes.

US drops number of vaccines it recommends for every child: What to know

The U.S. took the unprecedented step Monday of dropping the number of vaccines it recommends for every child. Here's what we know.

Nicolás Maduro pleads not guilty in NYC court

The capture of Nicolás Maduro represents one of the most aggressive actions taken by the United States against a sitting foreign leader in decades.

Maryland health officials warn of flu surge as hospitalizations rise statewide

Maryland health officials are warning of a sharp increase in flu cases and hospitalizations across the state and are urging residents to take steps now to protect themselves and others.

Rep. Mike Lawler on Maduro capture: Law requires notifying Congress within 48 hours and President did that

Republican Congressional representative Mike Lawler says President Trump followed the 1973 War Powers Resolution, and notified Congress within 48 hours of deploying armed forces in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores.

17-year-old suspect arrested after 2 men shot in Stafford County

A 17-year-old has been arrested after a shooting in Stafford County left two men injured over the weekend, according to the sheriff’s office.