Developer to pay $200K for illegally draining wetlands in DC
D.C. officials have announced a settlement after accusing a developer of violating multiple environmental laws and drying out precious protected wetlands, and now, that company is pushing back.
Entire East Wing of White House to be demolished for Trump's $200M ballroom
The entire East Wing of the White House is being torn down.
New bill would lift pit bull ban in Prince George's County
Pit bulls may soon be welcome in Prince George's County after a decades-long ban. The county council is considering a bill right now that would lift the ban.
DC Resale Act aims to stop scalping, fake tickets and inflated prices
D.C. Council is holding a hearing in D.C. on Wednesday to crack down on ticket scalping and price gouging in the resale market.
Early voting surges in Virginia ahead of Election Day
We are just two weeks out from Election Day in Virginia and a new university poll says voters are paying attention to these statewide races, especially the showdown for the state’s next governor.
Virginia man charged in 2024 murder of wife
A Berryville man is charged in the 2024 murder of his wife after a year-long investigation – and this wasn’t the first time.
Man shot and killed on job in Stafford after coworker hears gunshots over the phone
Donald Thomas was charged with shooting and killing Michael Dodge II in Stafford on Tuesday. Deputies said Dodge was at the home doing work for a mortgage company.
Car drives through Maryland Verizon store, 88-year-old hospitalized
Investigators said they don't yet know why the car, which was parked in front of the store, hopped the curb and drove through the store.
What to know about SNAP benefits as government shutdown continues
The USDA warned SNAP benefits for November could be delayed if the government shutdown continues.
DC’s first freeze of the season fast approaching
When could D.C. see its first freeze of the season? Here's what we know.
Anti-bullying Spirit Week at Arlington school marks National Bullying Prevention Month
October is National Bullying Prevention Month, something Arlington Gunston's Middle School participates in, in a big way.
IKEA opening new location in Georgetown
The new "Plan & Order" IKEA store will open in Georgetown in November.
Car crash into White House security barrier leads to arrest, Secret Service says
A suspect drove a car into a Secret Service vehicle gate outside the White House Tuesday night, officials say.
Senate Democrats hold the floor in shutdown fight
Senate Democrats refused to yield the Senate floor Tuesday night into Wednesday, demanding action on health care and pushing back against President Trump as the shutdown fight intensifies.
Government Shutdown 2025 Update: Vote expected Wednesday as standoff hits day 22
The 2025 government shutdown is on track to become one of the longest in U.S. history, as the Senate prepares for another vote Wednesday on a Republican-backed bill to reopen the government.
DC Council hearing on ticket resale bill as venue workers push to unionize
The D.C. Council began hearing testimony Wednesday on a bill that could reshape how concert tickets are sold and how much fans pay for them.
What could happen to car-tax reform in after the Virginia governor's election?
With the 2025 gubernatorial election looming, the future of vehicle-related taxes is once again in focus, featuring major promises from both sides of the aisle.
Sonya Massey shooting death: Opening statements Wednesday in trial of ex-Illinois officer
A former Illinois sheriff’s deputy accused of fatally shooting a woman who called 911 for help is going on trial, 15 months after the killing that drew national attention and prompted changes in state law.
White House historian weighs in on plans for new ballroom
The People’s House is under construction – and scrutiny.
Inside the Coast Guard unit guarding DC’s most restricted airspace
As a U.S. Senate committee works to establish new flight safety rules in the skies around Washington, D.C., some things remain constant.