Marion Barry’s widow, Cora Masters Barry, reflects on life of Rev. Jesse Jackson
Cora Masters Barry, widow of former D.C. Mayor Marion Barry, reflected on the life of the Rev. Jesse Jackson, who died Tuesday at age 84.
Cora Masters Barry, widow of former D.C. Mayor Marion Barry, reflected on the life of the Rev. Jesse Jackson, who died Tuesday at age 84.
Apostle Islands ice caves closed due to winter storm
The Apostle Island ice caves on Lake Superior, which reopened on Monday for the first time since 2015, are closing on Tuesday due to a winter storm. They could remain closed for several days as conditions are evaluated.
The Apostle Island ice caves on Lake Superior, which reopened on Monday for the first time since 2015, are closing on Tuesday due to a winter storm. They could remain closed for several days as conditions are evaluated.
Rev. Jesse Jackson dead at the age of 84, family says
The Rev. Jesse Louis Jackson Sr., a towering figure of the civil rights movement, Baptist minister and two-time Democratic presidential candidate, died Tuesday at 84, according to his family.
The Rev. Jesse Louis Jackson Sr., a towering figure of the civil rights movement, Baptist minister and two-time Democratic presidential candidate, died Tuesday at 84, according to his family.
NTSB takes over Centreville gas leak investigation after 50+ families displaced
Federal authorities are now leading the investigation into a dangerous gas leak and house explosion in Centreville.
Federal authorities are now leading the investigation into a dangerous gas leak and house explosion in Centreville.
DMV residents sue Trump administration over public golf course revamp
Dave Roberts, a Washington, D.C. resident, and Alex Dickson of Arlington, along with the D.C. Preservation League, are suing the Department of Interior and the National Park Service.
Dave Roberts, a Washington, D.C. resident, and Alex Dickson of Arlington, along with the D.C. Preservation League, are suing the Department of Interior and the National Park Service.
Americans see bigger tax refunds so far this year as filing season begins at a slower pace
The average tax refund has jumped to $2,290, despite fewer people filing returns in the early weeks of tax season.
The average tax refund has jumped to $2,290, despite fewer people filing returns in the early weeks of tax season.
Sterling house fire leaves home heavily damaged, owners displaced
A home in Sterling was heavily damaged in a fire late Sunday afternoon, leaving its owners displaced.
A home in Sterling was heavily damaged in a fire late Sunday afternoon, leaving its owners displaced.
87-year-old man’s death at Potomac senior living facility investigated as homicide
Detectives with the Montgomery County Department of Police Major Crimes Division are investigating the shooting death of an 87-year-old man at a Potomac senior living facility.
Detectives with the Montgomery County Department of Police Major Crimes Division are investigating the shooting death of an 87-year-old man at a Potomac senior living facility.
Potomac River sewage spill: VDH urges residents to avoid contaminated water
The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) has issued a recreational water advisory after a major sewage spill contaminated the Potomac River.
The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) has issued a recreational water advisory after a major sewage spill contaminated the Potomac River.
Ice rink shooting in Rhode Island: ‘Family dispute’; 3 dead, 3 hurt
Three people are dead after a shooting Monday at an indoor ice rink in Rhode Island. Officials believe the shooting was part of a family dispute.
Three people are dead after a shooting Monday at an indoor ice rink in Rhode Island. Officials believe the shooting was part of a family dispute.
Victim struck twice by hit-and-run driver in 7-Eleven parking lot in Prince William County
Police are looking for a man they say hit a 59-year-old twice before fleeing the scene in Prince William County this weekend.
Police are looking for a man they say hit a 59-year-old twice before fleeing the scene in Prince William County this weekend.
Police ID man killed in garbage truck crash
D.C. Police have identified the man killed after he and another person on an electric bicycle were struck by a garbage truck Friday.
D.C. Police have identified the man killed after he and another person on an electric bicycle were struck by a garbage truck Friday.
Hiker dies near summit of New York's tallest peak after slipping off trail
A 21-year-old hiker died after slipping off the trail near the summit of Mount Marcy, New York’s tallest peak, authorities said.
A 21-year-old hiker died after slipping off the trail near the summit of Mount Marcy, New York’s tallest peak, authorities said.
Government Shutdown 2026: No clear path to ending DHS funding standoff
Lawmakers and the White House showed no signs of compromise Monday in their standoff over oversight of federal immigration officers, a dispute that has paused funding for the Department of Homeland Security.
Lawmakers and the White House showed no signs of compromise Monday in their standoff over oversight of federal immigration officers, a dispute that has paused funding for the Department of Homeland Security.
Centreville house explosion: Natural gas line leaking, homes evacuated, officials say
Officials say natural gas is seeping through the ground from a transmission line leak near the Centreville home that reportedly exploded on Sunday, prompting evacuations of dozens of nearby houses.
Officials say natural gas is seeping through the ground from a transmission line leak near the Centreville home that reportedly exploded on Sunday, prompting evacuations of dozens of nearby houses.
Suspect charged in killing of former US skater in St. Louis: reports
A 58-year-old Missouri man has been charged with first-degree murder and multiple robbery-related offenses in the fatal shooting of former Team USA synchronized figure skater Gabrielle “Sam" Linehan.
A 58-year-old Missouri man has been charged with first-degree murder and multiple robbery-related offenses in the fatal shooting of former Team USA synchronized figure skater Gabrielle “Sam" Linehan.
Lego unveils new Star Wars sets, Peanuts Snoopy, and more at Toy Fair 2026
Lego is once again going to a galaxy far, far away with several new Star Wars sets being released, all with the Lego Smart Play technology. Lego unveiled its new collections at Toy Fair 2026.
Lego is once again going to a galaxy far, far away with several new Star Wars sets being released, all with the Lego Smart Play technology. Lego unveiled its new collections at Toy Fair 2026.
Centreville explosion, fire forces families to evacuate from neighborhood
Dozens of families were evacuated Sunday night after a loud explosion and a house fire rocked a Centreville neighborhood, according to Fairfax County Fire and Rescue.
Dozens of families were evacuated Sunday night after a loud explosion and a house fire rocked a Centreville neighborhood, according to Fairfax County Fire and Rescue.
Attention artists: The 2026 National Veterans Day poster contest is now open
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Veterans Day National Committee are accepting applications for this year’s Veterans Day poster contest.
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Veterans Day National Committee are accepting applications for this year’s Veterans Day poster contest.
Man identified after deadly Kent County house explosion; 5 family members escape safely
A deadly house explosion in Chestertown is under investigation after a 68‑year‑old homeowner was killed and five family members escaped.
A deadly house explosion in Chestertown is under investigation after a 68‑year‑old homeowner was killed and five family members escaped.