DOJ sues to block new California congressional map following Prop 50 win

The Department of Justice (DOJ) on Thursday filed a motion to aid in a lawsuit California Republicans have brought against Gov. Gavin Newsom over Prop 50.

Dining out? Here's what's more expensive, based on October data

Restaurant prices keep rising in 2025, with items getting more expensive amid tariffs, labor and weather pressures.

What are portable, assumable mortgages?

The Trump administration is proposing 50-year, portable and assumable mortgages to boost housing affordability, but experts are also warning of market trade-offs. Here's what to know.

Flames engulf Fairfax County home

Firefighters battled a blaze that tore through a home in Vienna on Thursday.

Washington Commanders choose lead architect for new stadium at RFK site

The Washington Commanders announced Thursday that global design firm HKS will serve as lead architect for the team’s new state‑of‑the‑art stadium.

Smithsonian to reopen several museums Friday as government reopens

Several Smithsonian museums will reopen Friday as the federal government resumes operations after the longest shutdown in U.S. history.

Idaho student murders: A look back at the case on the 3-year anniversary

The shocking case received national attention since Nov. 13, 2022, when four students were found stabbed to death in an off-campus rental home in Moscow, Idaho.

Puppies abandoned near railroad tracks in Fauquier County reunited with mother

The Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office said the six newborn puppies found abandoned near railroad tracks in Bealeton have been reunited with their mother.

House votes to end the government shutdown: Here’s what happens next

The House is set to vote on a funding package that would end the record-long government shutdown. But once lawmakers approve the deal and the President signs it, things won’t instantly go back to normal. It could take several days, or even weeks, for agencies, airports and assistance programs to fully restart.

Here's how much warmer your winter has gotten since 1970

Winter is now the U.S.’s fastest-warming season. Here’s how much warmer your winter has gotten since 1970, according to new data.

Adele to make acting debut in Tom Ford’s upcoming movie

Adele will make her acting debut in Tom Ford’s upcoming film “Cry to Heaven." Here’s what we know.

Dr. Oz jumps in after man collapses during Oval Office press conference

A drug executive collapsed in the Oval Office while President Donald Trump was announcing a deal with drugmakers to reduce prices. Here's what we know.