College student vanishes on Halloween just 'minutes' from home
The search is on in South Carolina for a 19-year-old college student who went missing "minutes from his house" on Halloween.
Virginia Election Results: Democrats dominate statewide races
Democrats are celebrating a dominant victory in Virginia, sweeping the races for governor, lieutenant governor, and attorney general.
2nd escaped monkey killed as search continues after Mississippi crash
Authorities in Mississippi say a second escaped monkey has been shot and killed following a truck crash that released several primates along Interstate 59 near Heidelberg.
Trump blames shutdown for overwhelming Democratic election win
Voters across the country backed Democrats last night, which Trump blamed Wednesday morning on the government shutdown and the fact that he wasn’t on the ballot.
Oklahoma pastor faces human trafficking, sexual battery charges
An Oklahoma City-area pastor is facing new charges after investigators say he exploited and trafficked members of his congregation.
DC weather: No snow yet but coldest temps of the season expected early next week
You may have seen talk online about snow chances in the D.C. area next week - but you won’t need the snow boots or shovels just yet!
2 killed in fiery I-95 crash after truck rams tractor-trailer in Spotsylvania
Two people were killed early Wednesday morning when their pickup truck ran into a stopped tractor-trailer and caught fire along Interstate 95 in Spotsylvania County, according to Virginia State Police.
When does Abigail Spanberger take office as Virginia's first female governor?
Like all governors before her, Abigail Spanberger’s start date is determined not by tradition but by a fixed rule written directly into the Virginia Constitution.
Eric, Lara Trump team up with Erika Kirk for Turning Point USA event at Auburn University
The Turning Point USA “This Is the Turning Point Tour" college campus tour is in Alabama Wednesday at Auburn University with Erika Kirk, wife of the late Charlie Kirk, being joined by Eric and Lara Trump, Senator Tommy Tuberville and conservative commentator Benny Johnson.
Abigail Spanberger elected Virginia governor in historic first
Abigail Spanberger won the Virginia governor’s election, defeating Republican candidate Winsome Earle-Sears.
Government Shutdown 2025 Update: Day 36 sets record for longest shutdown in history
The nation has officially entered the longest federal shutdown in U.S. history. The Senate once again failed to pass a funding bill Tuesday night, and the ripple effects continue to strain families, communities, and critical services.
Prince George's County leaders organize food drive for federal workers in need
The federal shutdown, now the longest in U.S. history, is forcing furloughed workers and veterans in Prince George’s County to rely on food distribution centers to feed their families.
Pennsylvania retains Supreme Court justices, extending court's Democratic majority
All three of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court justices who sought reelection Tuesday will get another term, ensuring Democratic jurists keep their majority on the presidential battleground state’s highest court — one at the center of pivotal fights over voting rights, redistricting and elections.
Fall foliage near its peak across the DMV: Here’s where to see the best color
The DMV is bursting with autumn color - but if you want to catch the leaves at their best, now’s the time to get outside. According to the latest fall color reports, foliage is peaking across much of the region this week and next, offering one last chance to soak in the reds, yellows, and oranges before they fade.
Mikie Sherrill elected governor of New Jersey, defeating Jack Ciattarelli
U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill on Tuesday was elected governor of New Jersey, raising hopes for Democrats and highlighting Republican vulnerabilities after there had been signs of a rightward shift in recent years in what has been a reliably blue state.
DC weather: Warm Wednesday before cold temperatures return
After a chilly start, Wednesday brings a brief warmup across the D.C. region, with sunny skies and highs in the low 70s.
Woman found dead at Disney’s Pop Century Resort in fourth tragic incident in a month
A woman in her 40s died Sunday after being taken from Disney’s Pop Century Resort in Florida to a nearby hospital, marking the latest in a string of deaths at Walt Disney World in recent weeks, reports say.
Democrats sweep three major races in Virginia; pick up 13 seats in House of Delegates
It was a big night for Democrats in Virginia.
Despite controversy during campaign, Jay Jones wins Virginia attorney general race
Democratic candidate Jay Jones has won the race for Virginia attorney general against Republican incumbent Jason Miyares.
Louisville UPS plane crash: At least 7 dead, 11 injured in incident near airport
A UPS cargo plane crashed Tuesday afternoon near Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport in Kentucky, prompting a massive emergency response from local authorities.