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Virginia Corruption Investigation

FBI searches Virginia Senate leader's office as part of corruption probe, AP source says

Kayaker falls into Potomac River

Kayaker who died in the Potomac identified as 22-year-old Virginia man

APTOPIX Kentucky Derby Horse Racing

Kentucky Derby winner Golden Tempo is not running in the Preakness

DC Bridge Protest Ends

Florida man faces charges after ending multiday protest atop DC's Frederick Douglass bridge

South Africa Hantavirus

What to know about hantavirus, the illness linked to a cruise ship outbreak

Police Shooting White House

Man charged in DC shooting was walking along the path of Vance's motorcade, agent says

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Police search for 2 people after Cinco de Mayo celebration leaves 5 injured in Laurel

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CNN founder Ted Turner, a brash and outspoken television pioneer, has died at age 87

DC man stabbed Wunder Garten bouncer after being turned away at last call, prosecutors say

Manassas' Vásquez Luna exploring a run for Del. Maldonado's seat

Historic home for sale that predates the White House

OPM’s 2027 budget proposal hinges on modernizing federal HR

2025 Songwriters Hall of Fame Awards - Arrivals

Renowned composer Stephen Schwartz mentors young Montgomery Co. performers

US fires on Iranian oil tanker as Trump pressures Tehran for deal to end war

Del. Nicole Williams (D-Prince George's) gives introductory remarks April 23 at a meet and greet for 5th District candidates in Anne Arundel County.

Del. Nicole Williams drops out of crowded 5th District race for Md. Rep Hoyer's seat

Three pistols laying on table with bullets

Virginia joins 21 states in opposing USPS gun mailing proposal

Rain drenches streets in Chinatown in San Francisco on Sunday, Sept. 18, 2022. The rainstorm is a dramatic shift of events for many residents after a record heat wave and grueling wildfire season. (Brontë Wittpenn/San Francisco Chronicle via AP)

Warm, windy day for DC area with midweek rain

police official at a podium

Multiple high-ranking DC police leaders placed on leave after crime stats probe

Ted Leonsis, owner of the Washington Wizards NBA basketball team and Washington Capitals NHL hockey team, speaks during a news conference at Capitol One Arena in Washington, Wednesday, March 27, 2024. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough)

Leonsis says DC could chase NBA, NHL All-Star games after Capital One Arena makeover

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One of DC’s oldest homes hits the market

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Man comes down from DC’s Frederick Douglass bridge

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Fairfax Co. parents call for less screen time during the school day

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UMD surprises teachers for Teacher Appreciation Week

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Crews make progress at C&O Canal, prepare for long-term work on Potomac Interceptor

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Meet Todd, a special pittie mix filled with energy

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A museum on the US founding can now fit in your pocket

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Where to find DC's obscure Greek goddess statue

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Baltimore Ravens are repurposing locker rooms as banquet halls

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Judge denies request to halt work at East Potomac Golf Course

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Florida man says he may stay on DC’s Frederick Douglass Bridge for another day

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Future of East Potomac Golf Course in question after lease termination

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They have brewed happiness for DC’s ale and lager lovers for 15 years

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Ben's Chili Bowl is back in business after renovations

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Va. fitness center offers brain injury survivors physical, emotional healing

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Annapolis man prepares to bike across the US to honor friend with ALS

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Expect loud booms near Long Bridge construction project

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King Charles and Queen Camilla join America 250 parade in Virginia

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Europe Kids Without Phones

Fairfax Co. parents call for less laptop, tablet screen time during class

A sign detailing the extended juvenile curfew zone on the U Street Corridor is posted at a bus stop in Northwest D.C.

DC Council passes permanent curfew legislation, emergency bill pulled

Trump Antifa

Activist who protested outside of Stephen Miller's Arlington home won't face state charges

America 250: How gas streetlights transformed American cities

America 250 | In Partnership with The American Petroleum Institute

three people in aprons

DC nonprofit reels after theft of food tokens worth $7,500

Connecting AI, data and context for agency missions: Qlik comes to DC

Insight by Qlik

East Potomac Golf Course

White House East Wing debris dumped at nearby golf course has toxic metals, report says

Elizabeth Pandya, an English Language Development teacher at Templeton Elementary, got a surprise from UMD for Teacher Appreciation Week.

U.Md. surprises teachers for being awesome on Teacher Appreciation Week

Council member Wanika Fisher sponsored a bill to crack down on street takeovers or car rallies.

Crackdown on street takeovers in Prince George’s — just being there could leave your wallet on empty

Trump Correspondents Dinner Suspect

Man charged in White House correspondents’ dinner attack is indicted on new assault count

Trump

Takeaways from Indiana, Ohio and Michigan: Trump's flex pays off and Democrats win special election

US Energy Crisis

Gasoline costs 50% more in the US than it did before the Iran war

US Spelling Bee Kimes

This ESPN analyst will be the new host of the National Spelling Bee in DC

Police tape remains around the scene after a person was shot by law enforcement near the Washington Monument in Washington, Monday, May 4,, 2026. (AP Photo/Rod Lamkey Jr.)

Texas man wounded after allegedly shooting at Secret Service near Washington Monument

Virginia State Capitol

Virginia Del. Michelle Maldonado to resign May 31

This 2016 photo shows guns with suppressors in West Valley City, Utah.

WATCH: New Montgomery Co. gun ban dealt setback and other Top Local headlines

Close-up image of statue in Van ness park

How to find one of DC’s most obscure monuments honoring a Greek goddess

County News

FBI searches Virginia Senate leader’s office as part of corruption probe, AP source says

Police search for 2 people after Cinco de Mayo celebration leaves 5 injured in Laurel

Renowned composer Stephen Schwartz mentors young Montgomery Co. performers

Manassas’ Vásquez Luna exploring a run for Del. Maldonado’s seat

Kayaker who died in the Potomac identified as 22-year-old Virginia man

PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY

Blurred photo of vandalized campaign sign.

Campaign sign vandalized with hate symbols in Prince George’s County

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Baltimore Ravens facility for rent

Locker rooms as banquet halls? NFL stadiums aren’t what they used to be

Tech

museum exhibit

A museum on the US founding can now fit in your pocket

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How Montgomery County focuses on retaining talent amid tough competition for skilled workers

How Montgomery County focuses on retaining talent amid tough competition for skilled workers

Insight by the Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation

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Obit Ted Turner

CNN founder Ted Turner dies at age 87

Cape Verde Hantavirus Ship

WATCH: What is the hantavirus?

CORRECTION 2026 MET Museum Costume Institute Benefit Gala

Celebrities take artistic liberties at the Met Gala 2026 carpet

PHOTO GALLERIES

FILE - Ted Turner speaks during the CNN World Report Contributors banquet in Atlanta on May 4, 1995. (AP Photo/John Bazemore, File)

2026 celebrity deaths

PHOTOS: Fine art meets high fashion at 2026 Met Gala

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Gas lamps illuminate St. Louis' Gaslight Square

America 250: How gas streetlights transformed American cities

US Air Force GPS emulator training

America 250: The impact of GPS on the US military and the rest of us

FEMA sign

America 250: Bucket brigades and bond payments: The fire that sparked FEMA

22 Hours: A Second Look

CLOSER LOOK, E3 - Understanding The Why and How

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How the Commanders 'win' NFL free agency

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