Charges dropped for Manassas woman accused of murdering husband but more could be coming

The second-degree murder charge against a Manassas mother accused of killing her estranged husband was dropped on Thursday but prosecutors say the case is far from over.

96-year-old sexually assaulted in PG County assisted living facility: police

A 96-year-old was transported to a local hospital following a sexual assault incident in an assisted living facility in Prince George's County. 

DC shuts down dozens of illegal cannabis shops: Full list of closures

For years, unlicensed cannabis shops in D.C. operated under the guise of "gifting" marijuana, but in the past six months, officials have shut down 25 for illegal sales and safety violations.

Trailblazing impressionist inspires after success, hurdles

Sylvia Traymore Morrison may be from Washington, D.C., but her impact extends across the country and around the world. 

Did ICE targeting change in 1st days of Trump administration?

Has ICE targeting of immigrants changed in the first days of the Trump administration? The answer: Yes and no.

DC cherry blossoms: 2025 peak bloom prediction dates revealed

The 2025 peak bloom prediction dates for the thousands of Japanese cherry blossom trees around the Washington, D.C.’s Tidal Basin and National Mall were announced on Thursday.

The White House Easter Egg Roll returns to the South Lawn

The Annual White House Easter Egg Roll will take place on Monday, April 21, 2025, on the South Lawn of the White House. 

Virginia high school students accused of selling magic mushroom candy bars

Two 17-year-old students at Hylton High School are facing charges after allegedly distributing candy bars laced with psilocybin mushrooms on school grounds, authorities said.

Virginia woman arrested for possession of child pornography, prostitution: police

Authorities have charged a Virginia woman with possession of child pornography, prostitution, and drug charges after police say two separate investigations led to her arrest.

DC weather: Cloudy, showers Thursday with highs in the upper-60s

A springlike preview on Thursday across much of the Washington, D.C. region with the chance for showers and high temperatures that are expected to reach the upper-60s.

Suspect wanted after groping at least 4 women in Falls Church, police say

Police in Falls Church are searching for a man accused of several sexual offenses. Investigators say he’s been groping women on sidewalks and in parking lots in the same area.

Montgomery County parents petition for metal detectors in schools after gun incidents

Concerned parents are demanding action after two separate lockdowns within a two-week span at Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School. Both incidents involved teens bringing guns either into the school or near it and parents want to see new safety measures taken. 

Third suspect pleads guilty to operating high-end brothel in northern Virginia

The third and final suspect arrested in connection to the widespread operation of a high-end brothel service, which spanned from northern Virginia to Massachusetts, has pleaded guilty to his role in the organization.