Loudoun County special elections could shake up state legislature

Voters cast ballots in portions of Loudoun County for two special elections Tuesday.  Early voting has happened for weeks.

Trump promises serious tariffs on Mexico and Canada

Just 13 days from Inauguration Day, President-elect Trump says he plans to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the "Gulf of America."

Father of injured newborn speaks out as Virginia nurse faces charges

The father of a Virginia toddler who suffered a mysterious bone fracture as a newborn in a Richmond hospital's neonatal intensive care unit says the victims all shared one common trait, even as a motive remains unclear.

President Jimmy Carter arrives in DC for official state funeral

The body of President Jimmy Carter has arrived in Washington, D.C. Tuesday as the nation prepares for the official state funeral for the former Commander-in-Chief.

Ohio woman mauled, killed by neighbor's pigs on Christmas day, chief says

The 75-year-old woman was reportedly attacked by two pigs roaming near her home in central Ohio. Her body was found partially eaten, police say.

Jimmy Carter funeral: Frigid temperatures expected as nation honors late president

A busy start to 2025 continues in the Washington, D.C., region with the funeral of the 39th president, Jimmy Carter. With many official events surrounding the funeral, weather over the next few days will play a critical role for members of the public wishing to pay their respects to the former president, possibly spending time outdoors.

Jimmy Carter honored in DC: How to attend memorial events

Nearly 44 years after leaving the nation’s capital in defeat, the 39th president, Jimmy Carter, returns to Washington for a three-day state funeral beginning Tuesday. Here is how the public can pay their respects.

Ontario premier jokes Canada should buy Minnesota, Alaska

In response to President-elect Donald Trump's comments that Canada should become part of the United States, Ontario Premier Doug Ford suggested Canada should instead buy Minnesota and Alaska. 

Jimmy Carter funeral: What's happening in DC to honor the late president

Former President Jimmy Carter, who passed away last Sunday at the age of 100, will arrive in Washington, D.C. Tuesday after lying in repose at the Carter Center in Georgia.

Icy conditions on roadways, sidewalks in DC region as cleanup continues

Cleanup efforts are in full swing across the Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia regions following the season's first significant winter storm. Officials continue to emphasize that residents should avoid driving unless absolutely necessary on Tuesday, due to hazardous conditions.

Driver hides in Virginia storm drain after hit-and-run crash on I-495

Virginia State Police are searching for a driver who fled the scene of several crashes on Interstate 495 Monday afternoon near Eisenhower Avenue.

FOX Corporation supports New Orleans terrorist attack victims, families through Love One Louisiana Foundation

Donations to the Love One Louisiana Foundation will help families by providing funds for funeral expenses, medical care and ongoing care for orphans and families of the victims of the Bourbon Street Attack.

Biden signs bill giving DC control of RFK Stadium, Bowser says: 'It's officially law'

President Joe Biden has signed the bill that gives D.C. control of the RFK Stadium site, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser says, effectively opening up the opportunity for the District to lure the Commanders back to town. 

Trader Joe's opening new locations in Maryland, DC

Trader Joe’s is expected to open twelve more stores in the coming year – and two will be in the DMV area. 

DC snow forecast: Are schools closed tomorrow?

The first significant blast of winter weather this season covered the Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia areas with snow on Monday, prompting most school districts in the area to close. But will schools close again on Tuesday?