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.
Construction workers escape through window as scaffolding swings in Gaithersburg
An apartment building along Fields Rd. in Gaithersburg became the site of a harrowing scene after unsecured scaffolding sent a pair of construction workers flying in the wind and rain.
An apartment building along Fields Rd. in Gaithersburg became the site of a harrowing scene after unsecured scaffolding sent a pair of construction workers flying in the wind and rain.
Hottest ZIP codes in 2026 where homes are selling the fastest
Which ZIP codes are drawing the highest buyer demand in 2026? Realtor.com’s latest rankings reveal where America’s hottest housing markets are.
Which ZIP codes are drawing the highest buyer demand in 2026? Realtor.com’s latest rankings reveal where America’s hottest housing markets are.
Why Alabama deputies were forced into rodeo duty
Deputies and officers wrangled a 1,500-pound bull near Pickens Academy on Friday after a foot pursuit along Highway 17.
Deputies and officers wrangled a 1,500-pound bull near Pickens Academy on Friday after a foot pursuit along Highway 17.
One year later: Mixed reviews for National Guard deployment in DC
Tuesday marks exactly one year since President Donald Trump declared a crime emergency in the District of Columbia and deployed National Guard troops to patrol city streets.
Tuesday marks exactly one year since President Donald Trump declared a crime emergency in the District of Columbia and deployed National Guard troops to patrol city streets.
$800 million upgrade proposed for Reagan National Airport’s Terminal 1
Major renovations could soon be on the horizon for Terminal 1 at Reagan National Airport.
Major renovations could soon be on the horizon for Terminal 1 at Reagan National Airport.
New bill in Congress could repeal DC’s motorcycle helmet law
Two Republican lawmakers have introduced a bill that could hit the brakes on Washington, D.C.’s motorcycle helmet requirement, sparking a new tug-of-war between Congressional power and D.C. Home Rule.
Two Republican lawmakers have introduced a bill that could hit the brakes on Washington, D.C.’s motorcycle helmet requirement, sparking a new tug-of-war between Congressional power and D.C. Home Rule.
Manhunt underway after 16-year-old killed at birthday party in Fauquier County
A manhunt is currently underway after a 16-year-old boy was fatally shot late Saturday night during a 15th birthday party in Fauquier County.
A manhunt is currently underway after a 16-year-old boy was fatally shot late Saturday night during a 15th birthday party in Fauquier County.
7.4 magnitude earthquake leaves over 100 dead in Colombia as DC relief teams activate
A devastating 7.4 magnitude earthquake rocked western Colombia, leaving widespread destruction and a rising death toll.
A devastating 7.4 magnitude earthquake rocked western Colombia, leaving widespread destruction and a rising death toll.
Community mourns death of Jackie, Big Bear's cherished bald eagle
Big Bear’s beloved bald eagle, Jackie, has died after more than three weeks of intensive medical care.
Big Bear’s beloved bald eagle, Jackie, has died after more than three weeks of intensive medical care.
18-year-old arrested for assaulting officer during car rally in Prince George's County: police
Police are issuing more warnings after an arrest was made at another illegal car rally in Prince George's County this weekend.
Police are issuing more warnings after an arrest was made at another illegal car rally in Prince George's County this weekend.
FAA to pause flights for Freedom 250 Grand Prix: Here's when and where
Travelers flying into or out of the Washington, D.C., area on August 23 should prepare for potential delays.
Travelers flying into or out of the Washington, D.C., area on August 23 should prepare for potential delays.
Maryland youth baseball coach charged with soliciting a minor, sheriff says
A Maryland youth baseball coach has been charged with soliciting a minor after investigators say he used an online app to communicate with an undercover deputy posing as a 15‑year‑old boy, according to the Harford County Sheriff’s Office.
A Maryland youth baseball coach has been charged with soliciting a minor after investigators say he used an online app to communicate with an undercover deputy posing as a 15‑year‑old boy, according to the Harford County Sheriff’s Office.
George Washington Memorial Parkway closures begin Monday
A traffic alert is in place for drivers who use the George Washington Memorial Parkway, where northbound lanes will close for several hours a day beginning Monday.
A traffic alert is in place for drivers who use the George Washington Memorial Parkway, where northbound lanes will close for several hours a day beginning Monday.
Capital Guardian Youth ChalleNGe Academy resumes residential operations after medical emergencies
The District of Columbia National Guard has resumed residential operations at the Capital Guardian Youth ChalleNGe Academy, welcoming back cadets after an independent environmental assessment, corrective actions and confirmation that the campus was safe, the public affairs office said.
The District of Columbia National Guard has resumed residential operations at the Capital Guardian Youth ChalleNGe Academy, welcoming back cadets after an independent environmental assessment, corrective actions and confirmation that the campus was safe, the public affairs office said.
Commanders training camp continues as preseason nears
The NFL preseason is just around the corner as the Washington Commanders move through another day of training camp in Ashburn.
The NFL preseason is just around the corner as the Washington Commanders move through another day of training camp in Ashburn.
Potomac Shores Golf Club says green intentionally vandalized by dirt bikes, unauthorized vehicles
Officials at Potomac Shores Golf Club say a green was intentionally damaged by dirt bikes and other unauthorized vehicles, marking the latest in a series of vandalism incidents on the course.
Officials at Potomac Shores Golf Club say a green was intentionally damaged by dirt bikes and other unauthorized vehicles, marking the latest in a series of vandalism incidents on the course.
Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg's yacht crew did not respond to maritime distress call: report
A crew who called for emergency maritime help after their boat ran out of fuel reportedly didn't receive a response from the crew of Mark Zuckerberg’s luxury yacht, who missed their call.
A crew who called for emergency maritime help after their boat ran out of fuel reportedly didn't receive a response from the crew of Mark Zuckerberg’s luxury yacht, who missed their call.
USDA: SNAP enrollment drops by 5.3 million following new work rules - State-by-state breakdown
New data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) shows that as of April 2026, there are 5.3 million fewer people receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits compared to September 2025, the end of the federal government’s fiscal year 25. The decline in SNAP enrollments comes after new work requirements were implemented on Feb. 1.
New data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) shows that as of April 2026, there are 5.3 million fewer people receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits compared to September 2025, the end of the federal government’s fiscal year 25. The decline in SNAP enrollments comes after new work requirements were implemented on Feb. 1.