Will mail be delivered in DC on Thursday, Jan. 9?

The Postal Service will suspend regular mail delivery, retail services and office activity on Jan. 9.

Trump blames Newsom for 'apocalyptic' California wildfires

President-elect Donald Trump blamed California Gov. Gavin Newsom for the "apocalyptic" wildfires raging in Los Angeles County.

California wildfires: Plane passenger films aerial view of Palisades Fire

A plane passenger captured video of the massive Palisades fire as they were landing at Los Angeles International Airport Tuesday evening. 

Donald Trump wants to rename Gulf of Mexico to 'Gulf of America': How can that be done?

President-elect Donald Trump has said he will rename the Gulf of Mexico to "Gulf of America," during a news conference on Jan. 7. Here are the details on the gulf, as well as ways to change the name of a geographical feature in the U.S.

Search continues for Fairfax hit-and-run driver who fled into storm drain to escape police

Police are continuing to search for a man who fled into a storm drain after reportedly causing multiple hit-and-run crashes on I-495 Monday afternoon, leading to an hours-long manhunt that involved drones, rescue teams, and officers scouring a nearby neighborhood.

Slow commutes, crashes, school closings linger days after winter snow storm

The Washington, D.C. region is still grappling with the effects of Monday's winter storm, which dumped nearly a foot of snow in some areas. The storm brought snow and ice, forcing schools to close and creating hazardous driving conditions.

Two dogs allegedly electrocuted on sidewalk in DC

A tragic incident in Northwest D.C. is raising serious safety concerns, as two dogs have reportedly died after being electrocuted on a sidewalk.

January 9 is a National Day of Mourning for Jimmy Carter: What to know

Stock markets and the Postal Service will be closed on January 9 to mourn the death of Jimmy Carter. Here’s what else to know about the National Day of Mourning.

Jimmy Carter state funeral: What to expect

The funeral for former President Jimmy Carter will be held at the Washington National Cathedral on Thursday, Jan. 9. 

Prince George’s County Public Schools open meal distribution sites during snow closure

Prince George’s County Public Schools opened five emergency meal distribution sites on Wednesday to provide breakfast and lunch to students during the snow closure.

Amy Carter: A private life shaped by her father's public legacy

Amy Carter was just 9 years old when her father, Jimmy Carter, became the 39th President of the United States in 1977.