Suspect charged with 8 counts of attempted murder in Leonardtown bar shooting

A suspect has been arrested following the shooting at Action Lounge and Billiards in Leonardtown over the weekend that left two people injured.

California's 'Bitcoin Jesus' pays $50M in tax evasion case

A California cryptocurrency investor nicknamed “Bitcoin Jesus" has paid nearly $50 million to resolve a federal tax evasion indictment without having to admit he committed a crime.

Is DC losing the war against rats? How the city could copy New York's model

The war on rats in Washington D.C. is not going well. But if the city takes a page out of New York's waste management workbook, there could be a silver lining piercing the darkness of the sewers.

Hiker who died on Billy Goat Trail identified as Loudoun County teacher

An emergency on one of the D.C. region’s most popular hiking trails has left a community in mourning. The man who died last week on the Billy Goat Trail near Great Falls has now been identified as a beloved Loudoun County teacher known for inspiring his students and colleagues.

53-year-old pedestrian hit by Dodge Ram dies 2 weeks after crash

A 53-year-old male pedestrian struck by a vehicle in a September crash has passed away from his injuries two weeks after the incident.

Brawl breaks out in Commanders' stands, team confirms fans ejected after Bears loss

A video that went viral overnight shows a chaotic brawl breaking out among fans during the Washington Commanders’ game Monday night, with several spectators throwing punches before security stepped in to break it up.

Richmond Highway reopened after massive Lorton recycling center fire

The massive fire at a scrapyard in Fairfax County on Tuesday has left seven people recovering, including one worker who was critically injured. The fire sent thick smoke billowing across the area and forced a shelter-in-place order.

Government shutdown enters day 15 as Senate vote fails, frustration grows

The federal government shutdown has now stretched into its third week, with no deal in sight after the Senate once again failed to advance a spending plan Tuesday night. 

DC tourism suffering from government shutdown

Tourism is starting to take a hit in the District as people change or cancel trips. 

Arrests made after Mississippi homecoming shooting left 6 dead

The shooting and mass killing happened last weekend as people celebrated homecoming in a small Mississippi town. Six died and more than a dozen others were hurt.

Man dead after falling while hiking on Billy Goat Trail

A hiker was pronounced dead on the scene after suffering a fall while walking along Billy Goat Trail Monday afternoon. 

Flowers HS football coach suspended after ineligible player investigation, officials say

Charles Herbert Flowers High School’s varsity football team will forfeit multiple games and finish the season without its head coach after an investigation revealed an ineligible freshman played in varsity games, officials said.

Is the government shutdown still happening? Latest updates on day 14

The federal government shutdown entered its 14th day Tuesday with no resolution in sight, straining tourism, disrupting flights, and threatening to become the longest in U.S. history.