Teen indicted in stolen car crash that killed DC mother

A teenager has been indicted in connection with a deadly crash involving a stolen vehicle that left a D.C. mother dead.

Missouri officer killed serving warrant; suspect also dead

A Missouri police officer has been killed while assisting in a mutual aid operation in Mississippi County, according to officials.

Suspect in gas mask attacks couple outside Virginia home

A Northern Virginia couple is recovering after a bizarre and violent attack outside their home late Sunday night.

Children's National Hospital ranks top for best pediatric hospital in the Mid-Atlantic

For many parents in the Capital Region, Children’s National Hospital is not just a local institution — it’s now reaffirmed as one of the country’s top pediatric hospitals, earning a place on U.S. News’ 2025-26 Honor Roll.

Joan Kennedy, Sen. Edward Kennedy's ex-wife, dies at 89

Joan Kennedy, the ex-wife of the late Sen. Edward Kennedy, died this week at the age of 89, after a life and marriage marked with tragedy and scandal.

Blast rattles Loudoun Co. neighborhood, cause under investigation

Residents of Sparkleberry Terrace in Loudoun County expressed concern on Tuesday over the reported explosion they heard outside their windows around 4 a.m. on Sunday.

DC weather: Wednesday morning showers, afternoon sunshine

Keep the rain gear handy Wednesday, but expect a brighter afternoon as rain moves through the D.C. region during the morning.

Prince George's County aims to help laid-off federal workers

Officials in Prince George’s County moved forward Tuesday with plans to help laid-off federal workers get back on their feet.

Overcrowding prompts new school boundaries in Montgomery County

Parents in Montgomery County are grappling with the prospect of new school boundaries that could change where their children attend classes starting in 2027.

DC Council votes down extension of city’s summer youth curfew

The D.C. Council voted Tuesday against extending the city’s emergency summer youth curfew — a program that aimed to keep teens off the streets after dark.

Prince William County unveils 24/7 mental health crisis center

A groundbreaking facility in Prince William County aims to transform the way mental health crises are addressed.

Maryland Renaissance Festival sues ticket scalpers

The Maryland Renaissance Festival is fighting back against ticket scalpers. The popular festival is suing resellers, hoping to send a strong message. 

Salisbury man sought in fatal stabbing of Eden resident

Maryland State Police are seeking public assistance in the investigation of a fatal stabbing that occurred early Saturday morning.

Hugo Hernandez-Mendez indicted in the murder of Dacara Thompson

Hugo Hernandez-Mendez, 35, has been indicted in the murder of 19-year-old Dacara Thompson, according to Prince George’s County State’s Attorney Tara Jackson.

Rolling Ray cause of death revealed

Raymond Harper, widely known as Rolling Ray, died of natural causes, according to the Maryland Chief Medical Examiner’s Office.

How new research led to North Dakota tornado's EF5 upgrade

A powerful tornado struck Enderlin, North Dakota, on June 20, causing significant damage and leading to a rare EF5 classification after new research. Here's what went into the new research that led to the upgraded classification.