Frederick Douglass Bridge standoff enters Day 3 prompting traffic warnings
Drivers are being urged to plan for extra travel time, or find alternate routes as a barricade situation on the Frederick Douglass Bridge enters its third day.
Drivers are being urged to plan for extra travel time, or find alternate routes as a barricade situation on the Frederick Douglass Bridge enters its third day.
East Potomac Golf Course could shut down Sunday for Trump administration overhaul
The Trump administration is officially moving to take over the East Potomac Golf Course, launching a dramatic proposal aimed at overhauling the D.C. waterfront.
The Trump administration is officially moving to take over the East Potomac Golf Course, launching a dramatic proposal aimed at overhauling the D.C. waterfront.
National Nurses Week 2026: Deals and discounts
Some restaurants are offering deals and freebies to celebrate National Nurses Week, which runs May 6-12.
Some restaurants are offering deals and freebies to celebrate National Nurses Week, which runs May 6-12.
Victim names released in fiery plane crash that killed 5 in Central Texas
The names of all five people killed in the Central Texas plane crash late Thursday night have been released.
The names of all five people killed in the Central Texas plane crash late Thursday night have been released.
Kentucky teen charged in deadly bank robbery after high-speed chase
An 18-year-old Kentucky man, identified as Brailen Weaver, has been charged by federal investigators in connection with a deadly bank robbery in Berea that left two people dead.
An 18-year-old Kentucky man, identified as Brailen Weaver, has been charged by federal investigators in connection with a deadly bank robbery in Berea that left two people dead.
Kentucky Derby 2026 winner: Golden Tempo races to historic win for trainer
Golden Tempo came charging from the back of the field at Churchill Downs and took the lead when it counted to win the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby.
Golden Tempo came charging from the back of the field at Churchill Downs and took the lead when it counted to win the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby.
National Teacher Appreciation Week 2026 deals and discounts
Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4-8. Retailers and restaurants across the country are offering discounts, freebies, and special promotions for educators.
Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4-8. Retailers and restaurants across the country are offering discounts, freebies, and special promotions for educators.
2 men critically injured in Brandywine industrial accident
Two men are in critical condition after an industrial accident in Prince George’s County.
Two men are in critical condition after an industrial accident in Prince George’s County.
Man stabbed to death in Northeast DC; suspect arrested at scene
A man has died after a stabbing in Northeast D.C. early Saturday. Police say a suspect is in custody.
A man has died after a stabbing in Northeast D.C. early Saturday. Police say a suspect is in custody.
Man shot multiple times, killed in Southeast DC; investigation underway
A man has died after a shooting in Southeast D.C. early Saturday morning. Police are investigating.
A man has died after a shooting in Southeast D.C. early Saturday morning. Police are investigating.
Spirit Airlines shuts down operations immediately, BWI warns passengers not to come
Spirit Airlines has shut down operations immediately, canceling all flights and prompting warnings for travelers.
Spirit Airlines has shut down operations immediately, canceling all flights and prompting warnings for travelers.
Watch: ‘Monster’ bull shark attacks Florida fisherman's kayak
A peaceful day kayaking in Florida turned into a close encounter with a massive bull shark. The shocking moment was caught on camera.
A peaceful day kayaking in Florida turned into a close encounter with a massive bull shark. The shocking moment was caught on camera.
Teen shot in parking lot of Blake High School now facing charges
A teenager who was shot in the parking lot of a Montgomery County high school Wednesday now faces criminal charges.
A teenager who was shot in the parking lot of a Montgomery County high school Wednesday now faces criminal charges.
US to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany: What to know
The Pentagon said the United States will withdraw about 5,000 troops from Germany soon. Here's what to know.
The Pentagon said the United States will withdraw about 5,000 troops from Germany soon. Here's what to know.
Iran latest: War powers deadline set to pass as tensions with Iran continue
The May 1 deadline for Congress to intervene in the war has come, but many Republican lawmakers continue to defer to the White House.
The May 1 deadline for Congress to intervene in the war has come, but many Republican lawmakers continue to defer to the White House.
DC warns of measles exposure across Metro, Dulles Airport
D.C. health officials are warning of possible measles exposure after a confirmed case involving a District resident who visited multiple locations while contagious.
D.C. health officials are warning of possible measles exposure after a confirmed case involving a District resident who visited multiple locations while contagious.
Watch: Manager at pizza restaurant trips, spills large pot of sauce
A restaurant mishap is going viral after a manager spilled a massive pot of sauce – sparking comparisons to an iconic TV comedy moment.
A restaurant mishap is going viral after a manager spilled a massive pot of sauce – sparking comparisons to an iconic TV comedy moment.
Missing Republican state Senate candidate found dead in truck days after disappearance
Barry Christian, 54, vanished Tuesday after missing a scheduled meeting and was found dead two days later.
Barry Christian, 54, vanished Tuesday after missing a scheduled meeting and was found dead two days later.
Facebook, Instagram could shutdown in New Mexico over child safety dispute
Meta may consider pulling its social media services from New Mexico as state prosecutors intensify their push for reforms to the tech company's platforms.
Meta may consider pulling its social media services from New Mexico as state prosecutors intensify their push for reforms to the tech company's platforms.
CPB: Two travelers bound for London arrested at Dulles Airport for allegedly smuggling marijuana in suitcases
Travel plans for two people flying from Washington Dulles International Airport to London took a detour to jail after the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) says officers found 57 pounds of marijuana in their baggage.
Travel plans for two people flying from Washington Dulles International Airport to London took a detour to jail after the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) says officers found 57 pounds of marijuana in their baggage.