DC may let trained non-lawyers help residents with some civil cases
D.C. is considering allowing trained non-lawyers to help low-income residents navigate the justice system.
Sonya Massey murder trial: Former Illinois deputy found guilty in fatal shooting
A jury has decided the fate of the former Illinois sheriff's deputy who shot and killed Sonya Massey after she called 911 for help.
Watch Live: Hurricane Melissa death toll rises as storm heads for Bahamas
Hurricane Melissa made landfall Wednesday morning in Cuba as a powerful Category 3 hurricane with winds of 120 mph.
Federal Reserve issues 2nd rate cut of 2025
The Fed stayed course on its expected rate cut despite missing government data clouding the view of the economy amid the shutdown.
PayPal partners with OpenAI to allow customers to check out in ChatGPT
San Jose company's shares climb after announcing integration allowing instant checkout for ChatGPT users.
SNAP Benefits Government Shutdown: DMV food banks bracing for surge
Food banks across the D.C. region are preparing for a surge in demand as millions of Americans face the possible loss of SNAP benefits by the end of the week.
When does early voting end in Virginia?
Voters in several East Coast states are heading into the final days of early voting ahead of the November 4 election. Here’s how long residents in Virginia have left to cast ballots before Election Day.
1 dead, 1 injured in Charles County gas station shooting
One person is dead and another is hospitalized after a double shooting early Wednesday in the parking lot of a Charles County convenience store and gas station.
Woodmont Grill in Bethesda closes unexpectedly
Woodmont Grill, a longtime Bethesda restaurant known for its American cuisine and sushi, has closed its doors without warning.
Government Shutdown 2025 Update: SNAP benefits, WIC, Head Start and military pay
As the federal shutdown approaches the one-month mark, Americans are feeling the impact of lost funding and closed programs. States are rushing to fill gaps in food aid and early childhood services, while military families brace for missed paychecks.
Shoppers Food Warehouse closings could create a 'food desert,' Maryland leaders warn
Maryland officials are concerned over a potential food desert as Shoppers Food Warehouse prepares to shut down four more locations in the region.
Indiana student admits Valentine’s Day shooting plot
A transgender high school student in Indiana accused of plotting a Valentine’s Day mass shooting has reached a plea deal.
Man accused of stealing items from multiple gyms across Fairfax County arrested again
A suspected serial gym thief is now facing more than 100 charges after he was taken into custody once again, accused of committing the same crimes he was arrested for earlier this year.
Police investigating after 2 teens shot in Northeast DC
D.C. police are investigating after two teenage boys were found shot in Northeast Tuesday afternoon.
Truck carrying research monkeys crashes in Mississippi — three still missing
Authorities in Mississippi say several monkeys were euthanized and three remain missing after a truck transporting the animals crashed on Interstate 59 in Jasper County.
Comer unleashes on Biden, demands DOJ probe of autopen use in scathing new report
Comer said Biden's autopen actions should be considered 'void,' and that his doctor should potentially lose his license.
Watch Live: Hurricane Melissa slams into Jamaica with 185-mph winds
Hurricane Melissa is making landfall in Jamaica as a catastrophic Category 5 storm, the strongest to hit the island since recordkeeping began 174 years ago.
Longest World Series games of all time: Where does Dodgers-Blue Jays Game 3 rank?
The Dodgers walked off the Blue Jays 6-5 in 18 innings Tuesday night in Game 3 of the World Series. See where Tuesday's game ranked.
Tesla reportedly phasing out AM/FM radios in 2026 standard models
Tesla may be ditching AM/FM radio in its 2026 budget models. Here’s what we know.
Montgomery County moves to fill SNAP gap amid shutdown with $7.75M aid package
Montgomery County announced Friday a massive aid plan to help food assistance programs as the government shutdown is set to affect SNAP benefits.



















