FIFA World Cup 2026 ticket presale lottery to begin September 10, exclusive for VISA cardholders

For millions of soccer fans around the world, the dream of attending a FIFA World Cup feels a bit closer now. With anticipation building for the 2026 tournament, FIFA is giving fans their first shot at securing a ticket through an exclusive presale draw, putting the power to attend the greatest show on earth in the hands of fans.

Parents demand bathroom, locker room policy changes in LCPS

Virginia Lt. Governor Winsome Earle-Sears joined fellow GOP candidates and community members Tuesday to call for an end to Loudoun County Public Schools’ transgender rights policy, known as Policy 8040.

Flames rip through Krop’s Crops market in Fairfax County

A fire tore through several buildings at Krop’s Crops vintage market early Wednesday morning, prompting a large response from Fairfax County Fire and Rescue.

Congress takes aim at DC home rule after Trump’s emergency crime order ends

President Trump’s emergency crime order for the District of Columbia has officially expired, but there may be big changes to D.C. laws if Republicans in Congress get their way.

DC weather: Clouds and spotty showers Wednesday, sunshine ahead

Expect a cooler, cloudier day across the D.C. region on Wednesday, with temperatures in the low-70s and a slight chance for isolated showers.

Several hospitalized after tractor-trailer crash on American Legion Bridge

A multi-vehicle crash involving a tractor-trailer sent three people to the hospital early Wednesday morning and caused major delays on the American Legion Bridge.

Dozens protest outside Loudoun County School Board meeting over district's transgender policies

Several dozen people, including Virginia’s Lieutenant Governor Winsome Earle-Sears, stood outside the LCPS building during a school board meeting demanding privacy for all students.

DC prepares for end of Trump's crime emergency declaration

President Donald Trump's 30-day emergency order is set to end on Wednesday, Sept. 10 but D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser has made it clear that the increased number of federal law enforcement and the National Guard is likely not going anywhere.

Maryland man charged with traveling to have sex with 9-year-old in DC, officials say

A Maryland man was arrested and charged with traveling to engage in sexual conduct with a nine-year-old girl, U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro announced on Tuesday.

Ukrainian woman killed in train attack in North Carolina

Police say the woman fled the war in Ukraine only to be killed in an apparently random attack in August, which has hit the national spotlight after surveillance video was released.

Maryland and Virginia gas stations rank among best in US

A new national survey has ranked several gas stations in Maryland and Virginia among the top independent stops in the country.

7-Eleven to pay $1.2 million to settle lawsuit over illegal vape sales near DC schools

7-Eleven is being held accountable for putting profits over public health. The District of Columbia's Attorney General announced a $1.2 million settlement with 7-Eleven after an investigation found the company illegally sold thousands of electronic smoking devices at 16 locations near middle and high schools.

Maryland softball coach arrested on sex offense charges: police

A Maryland softball coach has been arrested on multiple sex offense charges, including rape, assault, child sex abuse, and soliciting child pornography, according to police.