US expands offensive with daytime strikes against Iran

The U.S. military launched another wave of strikes against Iran on Tuesday, continuing operations that resumed the previous evening. The daytime attacks marked an escalation in the campaign aimed at limiting Iran's ability to disrupt commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

Heat Advisory in effect across DC, Maryland and Virginia Wednesday as dangerous temperatures climb

A Heat Advisory is in effect for Washington, DC, much of Maryland and northern Virginia on Wednesday as hot temperatures and rising humidity push heat index values toward 105 degrees. 

3 killed in crash involving motorcycle on New Hampshire Avenue in Prince George’s County

Three people were killed in a crash in Adelphi in Prince George’s County. The collision was reported around 11:25 p.m. Tuesday near New Hampshire Avenue and Metzerott Road and involved three vehicles.

Amtrak adds temperature related speed restrictions as extreme heat grips Northeast, DC region

Amtrak has added temperature‑related speed restrictions to some trains across the Northeast, including the Washington, D.C., region, as extreme heat continues to grip the area. 

Wildfire smoke from Canada may impact DMV Wednesday and Thursday amid extreme heat

Wildfire smoke from Canada may drift into the Washington, D.C., region Wednesday, creating haze and contributing to air‑quality issues through Thursday as extreme heat pushes temperatures toward 100 degrees.

Volunteers to help gather data to map heat in Northern Virginia

The upcoming extreme heat in the D.C. region may be uncomfortable, but a team of researchers hopes it’ll be useful too.

Supreme Court justices seek security funding in first Capitol Hill testimony in 7 years

Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett testified on Capitol Hill Tuesday, requesting a major security funding boost in the first Supreme Court testimony in 7 years.

Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool drained again for repairs after setbacks

The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has been completely drained as crew members initiate another round of repairs following months of persistent complications at the iconic National Mall landmark.

Texas launches investigation of LinkedIn over claims of 'ghost jobs'

The Texas Attorney General's office is investigating LinkedIn over claims the platform misleads users and profits from fake or inactive "ghost jobs."

Maryland AG investigates fatal police shooting of Rockville man in Gaithersburg

The Maryland Attorney General’s Independent Investigations Division is investigating a fatal police-involved shooting that occurred Sunday in Gaithersburg.

Goodbye middle seat: United Airlines announces new seating option

United Airlines is introducing a new Economy Plus seating option that replaces the traditional middle seat with an open space and shared table.

House passes Daylight Saving Time bill: What it means for your state

The U.S. House has passed the Sunshine Protection Act, which would allow states to enact Daylight Saving Time year-round — with an option to opt out.

Houston Texans co-founder Janice McNair dies at 89

Houston Texans Co-Founder and Senior Chair Janice S. McNair has died at the age of 89, the organization says.

Man arrested for slashing tires on 10 cars in Georgetown

A man was arrested after slashing several tires in Georgetown neighborhoods in early July, according to D.C. police.