ANC commissioner sues city, MPD over Crime Solvers rewards and transparency
A Ward 8 ANC commissioner is suing D.C. and the Metropolitan Police Department, saying he was not fully paid for tips he says helped solve crimes.
A Ward 8 ANC commissioner is suing D.C. and the Metropolitan Police Department, saying he was not fully paid for tips he says helped solve crimes.
Repeat offender convicted of 2024 rape on W&OD Trail in Virginia
Denis Humberto Roman Navarette, 33, has been convicted of rape in connection with a November 2024 attack on the Washington & Old Dominion (W&OD) Trail in Herndon, Virginia.
Denis Humberto Roman Navarette, 33, has been convicted of rape in connection with a November 2024 attack on the Washington & Old Dominion (W&OD) Trail in Herndon, Virginia.
Frederick man dies in two-vehicle crash on Ridge Road near Damascus
A 67-year-old Frederick man died in a two-vehicle crash Saturday on Ridge Road near Damascus, Montgomery County police said.
A 67-year-old Frederick man died in a two-vehicle crash Saturday on Ridge Road near Damascus, Montgomery County police said.
6 arrested in alleged $500K retail theft ring that targeted more than 100 stores
Six people are in custody in an alleged retail theft operation police say targeted more than 100 stores across several states.
Six people are in custody in an alleged retail theft operation police say targeted more than 100 stores across several states.
Nearly 50,000 Chrysler vehicles recalled over seat belt safety defect
Chrysler is recalling nearly 50,000 vehicles over a seat belt defect that could increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Chrysler is recalling nearly 50,000 vehicles over a seat belt defect that could increase the risk of injury in a crash.
These are the best community colleges in the US for 2026, data says
Community college can offer a more affordable route to a degree — but some schools stand out among others. See which community colleges ranked highest in a new analysis.
Community college can offer a more affordable route to a degree — but some schools stand out among others. See which community colleges ranked highest in a new analysis.
DC weather: Quieter evening after storms, but more rain returns this week
Showers and thunderstorms remain possible Tuesday as warm, humid air holds across the Washington, D.C., region.
Showers and thunderstorms remain possible Tuesday as warm, humid air holds across the Washington, D.C., region.
Highest US minimum wage: How DC compares to Maryland and Virginia
For some workers in the DMV, a 15-minute Metro ride could dictate whether they earn the nation's highest minimum wage or thousands of dollars less per year.
For some workers in the DMV, a 15-minute Metro ride could dictate whether they earn the nation's highest minimum wage or thousands of dollars less per year.
Prince George’s County youth celebrate TV and film bootcamp graduation
A graduation ceremony is recognizing 17 young people from Prince George’s County for completing a four‑week program designed to build practical skills in television and film production.
A graduation ceremony is recognizing 17 young people from Prince George’s County for completing a four‑week program designed to build practical skills in television and film production.
Virginia tourism spending sets new record at $36.2 billion
Virginia tourism spending reached a record $36.2 billion last year, Governor Abigail Spanberger announced, marking the fourth straight year of growth.
Virginia tourism spending reached a record $36.2 billion last year, Governor Abigail Spanberger announced, marking the fourth straight year of growth.
Earth, Wind & Fire drummer makes plea after medical emergency
A friend of Earth, Wind & Fire drummer John Paris and his wife launched an online fundraiser after the 58-year-old musician suffered a medical emergency last week, prompting the cancelation of a San Francisco concert at Chase Center.
A friend of Earth, Wind & Fire drummer John Paris and his wife launched an online fundraiser after the 58-year-old musician suffered a medical emergency last week, prompting the cancelation of a San Francisco concert at Chase Center.
Did anyone win the Powerball last night? Maryland lands another $1 million winner
The Powerball jackpot is nearing the $1 billion mark after no ticket matched all numbers in Monday night’s drawing.
The Powerball jackpot is nearing the $1 billion mark after no ticket matched all numbers in Monday night’s drawing.
Monumental Sports unveils new look of Capital One Arena overhaul
Monumental Sports & Entertainment has released new renderings showing the latest plans for the more than $1 billion transformation of Capital One Arena in downtown Washington, along with news of a 20‑year extension of Capital One’s naming‑rights partnership.
Monumental Sports & Entertainment has released new renderings showing the latest plans for the more than $1 billion transformation of Capital One Arena in downtown Washington, along with news of a 20‑year extension of Capital One’s naming‑rights partnership.
Severe storms leave widespread damage, scattered power outages across DC region
A major cleanup is underway after powerful storms swept through the Washington, D.C. region, toppling trees and knocking out power to numerous homes.
A major cleanup is underway after powerful storms swept through the Washington, D.C. region, toppling trees and knocking out power to numerous homes.
Spotsylvania school board rejects drug testing for teachers and staff
Students in Spotsylvania County Public Schools are heading back for their first day of classes Tuesday, just one day after ninth graders returned.
Students in Spotsylvania County Public Schools are heading back for their first day of classes Tuesday, just one day after ninth graders returned.
Stafford County students begin transition day ahead of full return
It’s back‑to‑school Tuesday in Stafford County, Virginia, but only for some students.
It’s back‑to‑school Tuesday in Stafford County, Virginia, but only for some students.
Flight from Dulles to Munich diverted to Boston after windshield damage
A United Airlines flight from Dulles International Airport to Munich was diverted to Boston on Monday night after the aircraft sustained damage to the outer layer of its multilayered windshield, airline officials said.
A United Airlines flight from Dulles International Airport to Munich was diverted to Boston on Monday night after the aircraft sustained damage to the outer layer of its multilayered windshield, airline officials said.
Vehicles broken into during funeral at Cheltenham Veterans Cemetery: police
Thieves stole purses and wallets from six unlocked vehicles parked at Cheltenham Veterans Cemetery during a funeral service on Friday afternoon.
Thieves stole purses and wallets from six unlocked vehicles parked at Cheltenham Veterans Cemetery during a funeral service on Friday afternoon.
MPD identifies 18-year-old girl shot and killed in Southeast DC
The Metropolitan Police Department has identified the 18-year-old girl shot and killed in Southeast Washington, D.C., over the weekend as Daremiah Banks.
The Metropolitan Police Department has identified the 18-year-old girl shot and killed in Southeast Washington, D.C., over the weekend as Daremiah Banks.
Annual report ranks the best and worst states for 2026
Thinking about a fresh start somewhere new? A new ranking has revealed the best and worst states in 2026. Here's which state came out on top.
Thinking about a fresh start somewhere new? A new ranking has revealed the best and worst states in 2026. Here's which state came out on top.