2025 government shutdown: What it could mean for federal workers in DC, Maryland, Virginia
The deadline to keep the government open is fast approaching. At midnight on Tuesday, the government will shut down unless a funding deal is reached — and the jobs of thousands of federal workers in the D.C. region are hanging in the balance.
The deadline to keep the government open is fast approaching. At midnight on Tuesday, the government will shut down unless a funding deal is reached — and the jobs of thousands of federal workers in the D.C. region are hanging in the balance.
DC high school students paid to learn in new pilot program
Some Washington, D.C., high school seniors will receive unconditional weekly cash transfers this fall as part of a study examining the impact on student wellness, financial confidence and academic engagement.
Some Washington, D.C., high school seniors will receive unconditional weekly cash transfers this fall as part of a study examining the impact on student wellness, financial confidence and academic engagement.
Man arrested, charged with smashing Clarendon businesses' windows in early morning destruction
The front door and windows of an Arlington bar were smashed early Sunday morning — just months after opening.
The front door and windows of an Arlington bar were smashed early Sunday morning — just months after opening.
Trump, Hegseth to meet with military generals in Virginia: What we know
President Donald Trump is set to attend a rare Pentagon meeting on Tuesday that Secretary of War Pete Hegseth called last week.
President Donald Trump is set to attend a rare Pentagon meeting on Tuesday that Secretary of War Pete Hegseth called last week.
Decapitated California sea lion: $20K reward issued
The National Marine Fisheries Service on Monday announced a $20,000 reward for information leading to a balding man with a hunting knife whom they say was observed decapitating a dead sea lion.
The National Marine Fisheries Service on Monday announced a $20,000 reward for information leading to a balding man with a hunting knife whom they say was observed decapitating a dead sea lion.
Four IEDs found in Grand Blanc Church shooter's pickup truck, ATF says
The ATF confirms four crude homemade IEDs were found in the pickup truck of the man who attacked and killed members of the Grand Blanc Township Church of Latter-Day Saints.
The ATF confirms four crude homemade IEDs were found in the pickup truck of the man who attacked and killed members of the Grand Blanc Township Church of Latter-Day Saints.
Arlington County considering gas-powered leaf blower ban
Gas-powered leaf blowers may be banned in Arlington County. It would be the latest jurisdiction to tackle the sometimes-contentious topic.
Gas-powered leaf blowers may be banned in Arlington County. It would be the latest jurisdiction to tackle the sometimes-contentious topic.
Austin yogurt shop murders linked to known serial killer, rapist through DNA
After more than three decades, Austin police investigators on Monday identified a dead serial killer as the man they believe is responsible for the unsolved 1991 quadruple murder at an Austin yogurt shop.
After more than three decades, Austin police investigators on Monday identified a dead serial killer as the man they believe is responsible for the unsolved 1991 quadruple murder at an Austin yogurt shop.
Virginia cold case: Father of missing baby arrested in mom’s 1998 murder
Virginia State Police announced Monday the arrest of a man in the brutal 1998 murder of a 20-year-old woman.
Virginia State Police announced Monday the arrest of a man in the brutal 1998 murder of a 20-year-old woman.
DOE probes FCPS schools following allegations of staff-arranged abortions
The US Dept. of Education is taking action following allegations that staff at a Fairfax County school arranged abortions for students without their parents’ permission.
The US Dept. of Education is taking action following allegations that staff at a Fairfax County school arranged abortions for students without their parents’ permission.
Virginia troopers pull passenger from burning car following 'reckless driving:' police
Virginia State Police troopers pulled a passenger from a burning car after a crash on South Van Dorn Street on Sunday night.
Virginia State Police troopers pulled a passenger from a burning car after a crash on South Van Dorn Street on Sunday night.
Grand Blanc church shooter: Attacker's home searched by ATF, police
Authorities have finished searching the home of Thomas 'Jake' Sanford but have not released many new details about the investigation.
Authorities have finished searching the home of Thomas 'Jake' Sanford but have not released many new details about the investigation.
Judge ends probation for teen convicted in 13-year-old’s killing as mother steps back from fight
A judge has terminated the probation of a teen convicted of killing 13-year-old King Douglas, as the victim’s mother says she no longer opposed the teen’s release.
A judge has terminated the probation of a teen convicted of killing 13-year-old King Douglas, as the victim’s mother says she no longer opposed the teen’s release.
Michigan church shooting update: All people accounted for after deadly attack at Grand Blanc LDS church
All people have been accounted for after a deadly shooting and fire at the Grand Blanc Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
All people have been accounted for after a deadly shooting and fire at the Grand Blanc Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Government shutdown deadline looms as Trump set to meet with lawmakers
President Trump is set to meet with congressional leaders Monday in a high-stakes meeting to prevent a government shutdown.
President Trump is set to meet with congressional leaders Monday in a high-stakes meeting to prevent a government shutdown.
Fairfax County officers shoot man armed with gun, chainsaws, ax, and blowtorch: police
A man wielding a firearm, chainsaws, an ax, and a blowtorch was shot during an incident with police late Sunday night in Fairfax County, authorities said.
A man wielding a firearm, chainsaws, an ax, and a blowtorch was shot during an incident with police late Sunday night in Fairfax County, authorities said.
Michigan church shooting: Local Mormon community reacts to deadly attack
An ex-Marine drove a pickup truck into a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints building in Michigan, opened fire during a crowded Sunday service, and set the church on fire before being fatally shot by police, authorities say.
An ex-Marine drove a pickup truck into a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints building in Michigan, opened fire during a crowded Sunday service, and set the church on fire before being fatally shot by police, authorities say.
Bad Bunny named Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show performer
Reggaetón megastar Bad Bunny has been named Super Bowl LX halftime show performer.
Reggaetón megastar Bad Bunny has been named Super Bowl LX halftime show performer.
Tina Turner statue unveiled in her rural Tennessee hometown
Rock n’ roll legend Tina Turner’s legacy lives on.
Rock n’ roll legend Tina Turner’s legacy lives on.
Gunman fires from boat into NC restaurant, killing 3 and wounding 5 others
A gunman fired shots from a boat into a North Carolina restaurant Saturday night, killing three people and injuring five others.
A gunman fired shots from a boat into a North Carolina restaurant Saturday night, killing three people and injuring five others.