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Love or money? A new survey finds many Americans weigh financial stability heavily in romance – and some even stay in relationships for the paycheck.

Authorities say new DNA evidence has solved a decades-old homicide in Oregon, linking a notorious serial killer to the 1992 murder of a grandmother.

While everyone has their own criteria for an ideal romantic partner, a new report sheds light on the states that provide the best opportunities to find a meaningful connection.

Officials on Tuesday announced the identification of a second victim in the Wootton High School shooting – a 15-year-old girl. The suspect is accused of pointing a firearm at her earlier in the day on Monday, before the shooting that sent another student to the hospital. 

Nearly 200,000 handheld steamers were recalled after hot water incidents left dozens burned. Here’s which models were affected and what to do if you own one.

D.C. income tax returns for the 2026 tax season are generally due mid-April, with extensions available. A political fight over local tax law could complicate deadlines this year.

Authorities say they have recovered a handgun and charged a 16‑year‑old Rockville student in Monday’s shooting at Thomas S. Wootton High School. 

Classes resumed Tuesday at Wootton High School following Monday’s shooting and an hours‑long lockdown that left a 16‑year‑old hospitalized and another student facing charges.

A group of Buddhist monks have reached Washington, D.C., on foot Tuesday, completing a cross‑country peace walk that began in Texas.

Large crowds are expected to greet the monks during their two‑day visit to Washington following their "Walk for Peace.". D.C. police issued a traffic advisory warning of rolling road closures along the route to keep the monks and spectators safe.

Apple has announced that more states will be offering residents the ability to add their driver's licenses or state IDs to the Wallet app in both the iPhone and Apple Watch.

Here’s when Maryland taxpayers must file their 2026 income tax return and where to check refund status.

Milder air moves into the Washington, D.C. region Tuesday as we keep an eye on a potential wintry mix that could bring rain and snow to the area this weekend. 

Authorities say a second person has died following a house fire in Chillum.

Here’s what Virginia taxpayers need to know about federal and state income tax filing deadlines for the 2026 tax season.

A 16-year-old is in custody and another is in the hospital recovering after being shot inside Thomas S. Wootton High School in Rockville Tuesday afternoon.

Buddhist monks on a "Walk for Peace" made their way through Alexandria over the weekend as their long journey toward Washington, D.C., enters its final stretch.