Wisconsin abortion ban, court strikes down 1849 law
The Wisconsin Supreme Court's liberal majority struck down the state’s 1849 abortion ban in a decision released Wednesday.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court's liberal majority struck down the state’s 1849 abortion ban in a decision released Wednesday.
Alexandria residents frustrated with repeated power outages
Severe thunderstorms knocked out power at an apartment complex in northern Virginia on Tuesday but some residents say it’s happened over a dozen times and they want something done about it.
Severe thunderstorms knocked out power at an apartment complex in northern Virginia on Tuesday but some residents say it’s happened over a dozen times and they want something done about it.
Watch: South Carolina troopers lasso runaway pig on busy interstate
The adventurous swine brought traffic to a halt on Interstate 26 in Chapin, prompting trooper Matthew Bullard to respond to the scene.
The adventurous swine brought traffic to a halt on Interstate 26 in Chapin, prompting trooper Matthew Bullard to respond to the scene.
Tennessee teens could lose driver's licenses as punishment for bullying
Tennessee students who bully their classmates – both in school or online – could lose their driving privileges as punishment thanks to a new law that took effect this week.
Tennessee students who bully their classmates – both in school or online – could lose their driving privileges as punishment thanks to a new law that took effect this week.
Lidl to open new store in Bethesda
On July 30, Lidl is officially opening its newest store in the heart of Bethesda. The international supermarket chain will open its doors at 7625 Old Georgetown Road, offering a fresh take on everyday shopping.
On July 30, Lidl is officially opening its newest store in the heart of Bethesda. The international supermarket chain will open its doors at 7625 Old Georgetown Road, offering a fresh take on everyday shopping.
Will DC get to see Beyoncé’s Red Cadillac after technical mishap?
During the first night of Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter tour stop in Houston, her airborne red Cadillac prop malfunctioned midair—forcing her to stop the show and be lowered safely to the stage.
During the first night of Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter tour stop in Houston, her airborne red Cadillac prop malfunctioned midair—forcing her to stop the show and be lowered safely to the stage.
Maryland pivots location for nation’s first cannabis incubator site
Maryland Governor Wes Moore announced Wednesday that the state will explore new options for a Cannabis Incubator site.
Maryland Governor Wes Moore announced Wednesday that the state will explore new options for a Cannabis Incubator site.
DC ramp closed indefinitely following sinkhole discovery
The National Park Service is closing the P Street NW ramp after the discovery of two sinkholes at the northbound Rock Creek and Potomac Parkway. Officials say the ramp will remain closed until the sinkholes are fully evaluated and corrected.
The National Park Service is closing the P Street NW ramp after the discovery of two sinkholes at the northbound Rock Creek and Potomac Parkway. Officials say the ramp will remain closed until the sinkholes are fully evaluated and corrected.
5-year-old girl on Disney Dream lost balance, fell through cruise ship porthole, sheriff says
A 5-year-old girl who fell overboard the Disney Dream cruise ship last weekend lost her balance on a railing and fell backwards through an open porthole and into the ocean below, according to the Broward County Sheriff's Office.
A 5-year-old girl who fell overboard the Disney Dream cruise ship last weekend lost her balance on a railing and fell backwards through an open porthole and into the ocean below, according to the Broward County Sheriff's Office.
Newly appointed Prince George’s County fire chief collapses during fireworks safety demo
Prince George’s County’s newly appointed fire chief, Thelmetria Michaelides, collapsed Wednesday during a Fourth of July fireworks safety demonstration at the department’s training academy.
Prince George’s County’s newly appointed fire chief, Thelmetria Michaelides, collapsed Wednesday during a Fourth of July fireworks safety demonstration at the department’s training academy.
5 DMV spots to shop Beyoncé-inspired Western looks
As Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter tour prepares to light up Northwest Stadium this Fourth of July, fans across the region are suiting up. The tour’s signature western aesthetic—rooted in denim, leather, and unapologetic southern style—has inspired concertgoers to bring their fashion A-game. Whether you’re aiming for rodeo glam or modern cowgirl chic, the DMV has plenty of places to pull it all together.
As Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter tour prepares to light up Northwest Stadium this Fourth of July, fans across the region are suiting up. The tour’s signature western aesthetic—rooted in denim, leather, and unapologetic southern style—has inspired concertgoers to bring their fashion A-game. Whether you’re aiming for rodeo glam or modern cowgirl chic, the DMV has plenty of places to pull it all together.
Montgomery County makes all Ride On buses free for riders
Montgomery County’s Ride On buses are completely free as of this week.
Montgomery County’s Ride On buses are completely free as of this week.
DC council approves stricter juvenile curfew after teen violence surge
In response to recent teen-related disturbances in several neighborhoods, the D.C. Council on Tuesday unanimously approved an expanded juvenile curfew and a number of other public safety measures.
In response to recent teen-related disturbances in several neighborhoods, the D.C. Council on Tuesday unanimously approved an expanded juvenile curfew and a number of other public safety measures.
Another round of severe storms pounds DC region
Severe storms ripped across the D.C. region on Tuesday, downing trees, damaging property, and knocking out power to thousands in what’s become a familiar summer pattern.
Severe storms ripped across the D.C. region on Tuesday, downing trees, damaging property, and knocking out power to thousands in what’s become a familiar summer pattern.
Crash involving 2 tractor-trailers snarls traffic on I-495 in Silver Spring
Two tractor-trailers jackknifed early Wednesday on the inner loop of Interstate 495 near Georgia Avenue, causing major delays and blocking several lanes, authorities said.
Two tractor-trailers jackknifed early Wednesday on the inner loop of Interstate 495 near Georgia Avenue, causing major delays and blocking several lanes, authorities said.
Storms expected to clear Wednesday bringing drier weather ahead of July Fourth holiday
A soggy start to the morning will give way to drier conditions Wednesday evening across the D.C. region following a round of severe weather overnight that brought damage and power outages.
A soggy start to the morning will give way to drier conditions Wednesday evening across the D.C. region following a round of severe weather overnight that brought damage and power outages.
DC Council approves legislation to extend citywide juvenile curfew
The D.C. Council took on multiple pieces of public safety legislation at their Tuesday meeting.
The D.C. Council took on multiple pieces of public safety legislation at their Tuesday meeting.
2 firefighters hospitalized after battling blaze in Montgomery County
One firefighter has been released from the hospital while another remains hospitalized after battling a massive fire in Gaithersburg.
One firefighter has been released from the hospital while another remains hospitalized after battling a massive fire in Gaithersburg.
DC, Maryland, Virginia weather: Severe thunderstorms slam region
Severe storms swept through D.C., Maryland and Virginia Tuesday evening.
Severe storms swept through D.C., Maryland and Virginia Tuesday evening.
FBI announces move to Ronald Reagan Building
The Federal Bureau of Investigation announced plans to relocate its headquarters to the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center in downtown Washington, D.C., federal officials announced Tuesday, marking a pivotal shift for the agency after nearly twenty years of searching for a new home.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation announced plans to relocate its headquarters to the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center in downtown Washington, D.C., federal officials announced Tuesday, marking a pivotal shift for the agency after nearly twenty years of searching for a new home.