Assateague Island drowning victim identified as Virginia teen
Officials have identified the teen who drowned while swimming at Assateague Island National Seashore on July 24 as 18-year-old Cresencio Lucas Chavez Velasquez of Parksley, Virginia.
Officials have identified the teen who drowned while swimming at Assateague Island National Seashore on July 24 as 18-year-old Cresencio Lucas Chavez Velasquez of Parksley, Virginia.
Maryland lawmakers tour Baltimore Key Bridge demolition site as rebuild continues
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore and U.S. Sen. Chris Van Hollen visited the Baltimore Key Bridge demolition zone on Wednesday, touring remnants of the structure destroyed in the deadly March 2024 collapse.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore and U.S. Sen. Chris Van Hollen visited the Baltimore Key Bridge demolition zone on Wednesday, touring remnants of the structure destroyed in the deadly March 2024 collapse.
Heat Advisory, Code Orange Air Quality Alert in effect Wednesday across DC region
A Heat Advisory and Code Orange Air Quality Alert are in effect Wednesday for the Washington, D.C. metro area as temperatures approach 98 degrees and the heat index climbs near 105.
A Heat Advisory and Code Orange Air Quality Alert are in effect Wednesday for the Washington, D.C. metro area as temperatures approach 98 degrees and the heat index climbs near 105.
DC plane crash: NTSB report says Blackhawk helicopter was too high
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is holding a three-day hearing on the deadly plane crash at Reagan Airport that took the lives of 67 people in January. The hearings began Wednesday morning.
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is holding a three-day hearing on the deadly plane crash at Reagan Airport that took the lives of 67 people in January. The hearings began Wednesday morning.
Two arrested in brutal Cincinnati mob attack; one freed on bail despite serious charges
Video of the Cincinnati assault outside a nightclub circulated widely on social media over the weekend.
Video of the Cincinnati assault outside a nightclub circulated widely on social media over the weekend.
Chincoteague Pony Swim kicks off for 100th year
The 100th annual Chincoteague Pony Swim is underway in Virginia as crowds gather to watch wild ponies make the short island journey.
The 100th annual Chincoteague Pony Swim is underway in Virginia as crowds gather to watch wild ponies make the short island journey.
DC Council launches public hearings on $3.7 billion RFK Stadium proposal
The first day of public hearings for bringing the Washington Commanders back to the District kicked off Tuesday morning at the Wilson Building, as the DC Council began considering a sweeping $3.7 billion redevelopment of the RFK Stadium campus.
The first day of public hearings for bringing the Washington Commanders back to the District kicked off Tuesday morning at the Wilson Building, as the DC Council began considering a sweeping $3.7 billion redevelopment of the RFK Stadium campus.
DC family grieving after father killed in Southeast DC crash
A D.C. family is grieving after a 50-year-old father was hit and killed at an intersection in Southeast.
A D.C. family is grieving after a 50-year-old father was hit and killed at an intersection in Southeast.
Police investigating several armed robberies in DC
Multiple masked suspects robbed at least seven businesses in D.C. early Tuesday morning, according to the Metropolitan Police Department.
Multiple masked suspects robbed at least seven businesses in D.C. early Tuesday morning, according to the Metropolitan Police Department.
Tsunami activity reported in California after 8.8 magnitude earthquake hits Russia
Several tsunami alerts were issued for California, Hawaii, and Alaska.
Several tsunami alerts were issued for California, Hawaii, and Alaska.
3 arrested after attempting to carjack man selling vehicle in Gaithersburg
An attempted armed carjacking under investigation in Gaithersburg. Police say the victim was trying to meet up with what he thought was a potential buyer for his car.
An attempted armed carjacking under investigation in Gaithersburg. Police say the victim was trying to meet up with what he thought was a potential buyer for his car.
Jellyfish invasion at Delaware beaches: Visitors urged to stay cautious
The beautiful shores of Lewes Beach are being disrupted by jellyfish! Here's what we know.
The beautiful shores of Lewes Beach are being disrupted by jellyfish! Here's what we know.
Disappearance Mamta Kafle Bhatt: One year later, Manassas Park mom remains missing
This week marks one year since the disappearance of Manassas Park mother Mamta Khafle.
This week marks one year since the disappearance of Manassas Park mother Mamta Khafle.
Marjorie Taylor Greene calls Gaza crisis a 'genocide' amid Democrats’ call for relief
Republicans are backing Trump's handling of the situation and supporting Israel, but outspoken GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene called the crisis a “genocide” this week amid Democrats’ call for help.
Republicans are backing Trump's handling of the situation and supporting Israel, but outspoken GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene called the crisis a “genocide” this week amid Democrats’ call for help.
DC plane crash: Ted Cruz, Sean Duffy call for aviation safety reform after deadly collision
It's been six months since 67 people were killed in a midair collision over the Potomac River, and now lawmakers say they are taking steps to make the skies safer as the investigation into the crash continues.
It's been six months since 67 people were killed in a midair collision over the Potomac River, and now lawmakers say they are taking steps to make the skies safer as the investigation into the crash continues.
DOJ to review GMU faculty resolution praising diversity efforts
The Justice Department says they plan to review a faculty resolution in support of George Mason University President Gregory Washington, the latest in a string of investigations into the university over diversity, equity and inclusion policies.
The Justice Department says they plan to review a faculty resolution in support of George Mason University President Gregory Washington, the latest in a string of investigations into the university over diversity, equity and inclusion policies.
Florida alligator takes woman's shoe after she provoked him: 'Serves her right'
A Florida alligator got some not-so-subtle revenge against a woman who threw her shoes at it – by taking one of them with him into the water. Watch the video in the player above.
A Florida alligator got some not-so-subtle revenge against a woman who threw her shoes at it – by taking one of them with him into the water. Watch the video in the player above.
Arlington police warn residents of construction scam
Arlington County police are warning about a construction scam involving individuals posing as contractors and soliciting work door-to-door in residential neighborhoods.
Arlington County police are warning about a construction scam involving individuals posing as contractors and soliciting work door-to-door in residential neighborhoods.
Lidl Bethesda: New store opening Wednesday. Here's what you need to know.
Lidl is opening a new store on Wednesday in Montgomery County.
Lidl is opening a new store on Wednesday in Montgomery County.
Fairfax man, volunteer EMT charged in child abuse case; investigators seek additional victims
A Fairfax County man with ties to several organizations across the D.C. region faces serious child sex abuse charges in an investigation that spans more than 20 years.
A Fairfax County man with ties to several organizations across the D.C. region faces serious child sex abuse charges in an investigation that spans more than 20 years.