Metrobus to launch tap-to-pay option
Getting on the bus is about to get easier and faster. The same ‘Tap. Ride. Go.’ system that lets riders pay with a phone or credit card on Metrorail is coming to Metrobus.
Jane Goodall remembered at funeral service in DC
Jane Goodall, the conservationist renowned for her groundbreaking chimpanzee research documenting their personalities and use of tools, is being remembered at a funeral service at Washington National Cathedral in the nation’s capital.
Arlington County asks residents for feedback on sidewalk signs
Arlington County wants to know how residents feel about signs in public spaces as officials consider new ordinances.
Planned Parenthood Medicaid funding cuts hearing today
The legal fight continues Wednesday over the Medicaid funding cuts to Planned Parenthood, which was targeted in President Trump’s tax and spending cut bill this summer.
JFK’s grandson Jack Schlossberg launches campaign for New York congressional seat
The Kennedy political dynasty may soon have a new face in Congress. Jack Schlossberg, the only grandson of President John F. Kennedy, has officially launched a campaign to represent New York’s 12th Congressional District.
1 dead in Hagerstown house fire
One person was killed late Tuesday in a house fire in Hagerstown, authorities said.
'Streateries' in D.C. face uncertain future as new rules and fees take effect
A popular pandemic-era staple in Washington, D.C. — the “streatery” — may soon disappear from many city sidewalks.
2 moms suing PGCPS after students allegedly tied to chairs with bungee cords
Two mothers in Prince George’s County are suing the public school system after a teacher allegedly tied their first-graders to chairs using bungee cords.
Questions arise after MD man charged with domestic violence beats woman again hours after release
A shocking case of domestic violence took place in Charles County last week.
DC Council considers legislation to change how schools report data
The D.C. Council held a hearing on two education bills aimed at cutting red tape and cleaning up how schools report data on Monday.
Prince William County man accused of raping minor outside youth behavioral center
A Prince William County man has been arrested and charged with raping a minor near a youth behavioral treatment center in Bristow.
Florida gator caught on camera popping out of pond, charging at fisherman: 'That's my foot!'
A Florida fisherman was chased away from a pond by an angry alligator earlier this summer.
Baby formula recall linked to infant botulism outbreak is expanding: What to know
A baby formula has been recalled amid a growing outbreak of infant botulism which has now sickened at least 15 infants in 12 states. Here’s what to know.
Arctic blast cold-stuns iguanas in Florida during record-setting temperature plunge
A frozen iguana was spotted in Boca Raton, Florida on Tuesday, as the coldest air of the season spread across the eastern U.S., setting several low temperatures across the Sunshine State.
Flight delays, cancellations continue as FAA ramps up flight reductions at 40 US airports
FAA is expanding flight cuts as air traffic controller stress and fatigue raises safety risks. Here’s what we know.
Menopause hormone therapy labeling changed under FDA
The FDA is lifting a serious “black box" warning from hormone therapies that are used for menopause symptoms.
Veterans Day: Trump honors veterans at Arlington National Cemetery
President Donald Trump marked Veterans Day with a ceremony Tuesday at Arlington National Cemetery.
495 Express Lanes extension to open ahead of holiday travel
Northern Virginia drivers will get some relief just in time for Thanksgiving. The new 495 Express Lanes extension is set to open Saturday, Nov. 22 ahead of the holiday travel rush.
Puppies abandoned near railroad tracks in Fauquier County
The Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help after six newborn puppies were found abandoned near railroad tracks in Bealeton.
Space heater sparks fire at Potomac family's home on coldest day of season
A Montgomery County family is out of their home after a fire in Potomac that investigators say started when a space heater overheated in a basement office: an incident that comes as temperatures hit their lowest point so far this season.