US government to oppose plan to sell Titanic artifacts

The federal government argues that a plan to auction hundreds of artifacts recovered from the wreckage of the Titanic would violate court orders, while the company that owns salvage rights to the Titanic wreck contends that it would not.

Arrest made in 2024 murder at MGM National Harbor parking garage

A suspect has been apprehended more than two years after a shooting in the MGM National Harbor Hotel and Casino parking garage claimed a man's life.

Maryland 2026 Primary Election: Polls open, what voters need to know

The polls are open for Maryland’s 2026 Primary Election. This is the final day to vote, with polls open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. and in person registration available.

DOJ officials allowed to remain in prosecution of Correspondents Dinner shooting suspect

A judge rejected a bid to disqualify top Justice Department officials from leading the prosecution of Cole Allen, the man accused of attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner.

New state-by-state ranking shows where Americans are most independent

As Americans gear up to celebrate Independence Day, a new study reveals the most independent states in the nation, ranking them on everything from financial stability to government dependence.

Cleanup continues across DMV after storm damage, outages as more storms threaten

Residents across the Washington, D.C., region woke up to storm damage and power outages Tuesday after heavy storms swept through the area Monday night, with crews working to restore service as more thunderstorms remain possible later today.

$25K reward offered in killing of 18 year old DC woman in Prince George’s County

Authorities are offering a $25,000 reward for information leading to an arrest and indictment in the killing of 18‑year‑old Daijah Cherry of Washington, D.C.

Texas 7-year-old saves toddler brother from drowning, earns rare sheriff’s commendation

A 7-year-old North Texas boy has been nominated for a rare police commendation after his quick thinking and bravery saved his unresponsive 1-year-old brother from a backyard swimming pool, authorities said.

DC weather: Showers, possible thunderstorm Tuesday as region cleans up from storm

Showers and possibly a thunderstorm are expected Tuesday as the Washington, D.C., region continues cleaning up from severe weather that swept through Monday night. 

Trump says 6 arrested, 7 cited in alleged Reflecting Pool vandalism

Six people have been arrested and seven cited in connection with damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, President Donald Trump said Tuesday.

US military seeks another $80B to cover costs of Iran conflict

The Department of Defense is preparing to seek an additional $80 billion to cover costs from the U.S. war against Iran, according to senators briefed on the matter. 

Washington Commanders announce 2026 training camp schedule

The Washington Commanders have released their 2026 Training Camp schedule, with eleven open practices between August 1 and August 19, including five open to all fans and six reserved for season ticket members.

Judge blocks Trump administration’s SNAP restrictions on soda and candy in five states

The Trump administration’s ban on preventing food ‌stamp recipients in five states from using their benefits to buy sugary foods and drinks was blocked Monday by a federal judge in Washington, D.C. 

Kilmar Abrego Garcia: DOJ to appeal dismissal of human trafficking charges

Federal prosecutors say they plan to keep pressing forward with charges against Maryland resident Kilmar Abrego Garcia as the Department of Justice prepares to appeal a Tennessee judge’s decision to dismiss human smuggling counts against him.

New World screwworm in Texas: New cases detected

The first case of New World screwworm in the United States was reported on June 3, 2026. Since then, the country has recorded 16 total cases across two states, all found in domestic animals rather than wildlife.