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Heavy traffic moves slowly on the Capital Beltway the day before Thanksgiving Nov. 27, 2019 in Bethesda, Maryland. AAA projects a record number of travelers during the Thanksgiving holiday in 2025. (Photo by Drew Angerer/Getty Images)

As flight restrictions end, record Thanksgiving travel projected on roads and airports

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After 37 years, Virginia identifies suspect in 1988 killing of Laurie Ann Powell

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Working Capital: These ambassadors in DC keep the streets clean and offer a friendly face

WATCH: Former VP Dick Cheney's funeral to take place in DC and other Top Local Headlines

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Arlington native among 32 students named 2026 Rhodes scholarship recipient

America 250 Ornament

America will celebrate its 250th birthday next year. There's a commemorative ornament for it

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Lithium-ion battery pack ignites Lansdowne house fire

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Gusty winds continue across the DC area Monday

In reversal, Trump says House Republicans should vote to release Epstein files

Rev. Jesse Jackson remains hospitalized after receiving care to stabilize his blood pressure, sources say

College Football Corner: Aggies get the last laugh while Texas is back — plus Navy, Virginia and JMU move forward

Over 30,000 feds facing possible FEHB premium spike next year

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Why the Dolphins won in overtime against the Commanders

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These DC ambassadors keep the streets clean and offer a friendly face to visitors

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Alexandria Police Department celebrates 250 years of the Marines with cake and a sword

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Politics, overdrinking and not flushing: How to get kicked out of Thanksgiving

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National Air and Space Museum reopens after record 43-day government shutdown

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Washington Spirit prepares to defend DC in NWSL playoffs

DC businesses feel impact of National Zoo’s closure — and reopening

A 6-year-old’s courage celebrated by kids in Prince George’s County

DC parents get hands-on look at how kids learn math

As part of safety push, motor assist on DC e-bikes is slowing down

For DMV Chocolate and Coffee Festival, closure of Dulles Expo Center is bittersweet goodbye

Airlines are optimistic about a quick recovery ahead of Thanksgiving once the FAA ends flight cuts

How a co-worker turned caregiver is transforming a Virginia woman’s life

Commanders select Texas-based architecture firm to design new DC stadium

The DC-area coach proving tennis is ‘for everyone’ with inclusive programming

Montgomery County Council member confronted by apparent ICE agents

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Behind the scenes: National Harbor tree lighting and holiday fireworks kickoff

DC Council member shows why her ‘bottle bill’ is needed with a boat tour

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Government Shutdown

FAA lifts order slashing flights, allowing commercial airlines to resume their regular schedules

Visitors stand in line after Air and Space Museum reopens

All Smithsonian museums to reopen on Monday

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Keep your eyes on the sky for the Leonid meteor shower

Ken Burns

PBS, defunded by Trump, says ‘we’re still here’ with big new Ken Burns documentary

Participants in Sunday's World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims walk

Local advocates push for safer streets in honor of lost loved ones

D.C. works to connect math skills and real-world jobs for students

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Litter of 4 cheetah cubs born at Smithsonian's Front Royal Zoo

Adventist HealthCare’s Dr. Shaun Khosla offers real solutions for rotator cuff injuries

Insight by Adventist HealthCare Fort Washington Medical Center

Maryland head coach Mike Locksley reacts during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Rutgers, Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, in Piscataway, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)

Maryland's Mike Locksley will return in 2026 with more money to spend on talent acquisition, AD says

Thanksgiving table with roasted turkey and side dishes.

This DC-area nonprofit is seeing fewer donations this holiday season. Here’s how you can help

Former first lady Michelle Obama, pictured in this October 26, 2024 photo during a campaign rally in Kalamazoo, Michigan, said at a recent event that the US isn’t ready for a woman president, pointing to former Vice President Kamala Harris’ unsuccessful bid for the White House last year.

Michelle Obama says the country is ‘not ready for a woman’ president

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Former Fed governor's stock trades violated the central bank's ethics rules

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Mariota throws interception in OT as Commanders lose to the Dolphins 16-13 in Spain

County News

Lithium-ion battery pack ignites Lansdowne house fire

As flight restrictions end, record Thanksgiving travel projected on roads and airports

Gusty winds continue across the DC area Monday

Working Capital: These ambassadors in DC keep the streets clean and offer a friendly face

Local advocates push for safer streets in honor of lost loved ones

two men stand on set of Jeopardy show

Montgomery County teacher wins on 'Jeopardy!'

Take home feasts from Carmine's are available for pickup on Nov. 26 and Nov. 27.

The DC area's best Thanksgiving takeout feasts and holiday packages

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Over 30 holiday markets in the DC area, mapped

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This WTOP Beer of the Week goes well with raw oysters and grilled stuff

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WATCH: House passes bill to end historic government shutdown

APTOPIX Death of the Penny

WATCH: US Mint presses final pennies

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Photo shows an aurora in the skies of Nelson County, Virginia, Tuesday night.

PHOTOS: Amazing auroras dance across DC region

Car Review: The Audi Q5 is revamped and peppy

PHOTOS: Veterans Day celebrations around the DC area

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Virginia family displaced after garage fire severely damages Woodbridge home

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Man killed in police shooting near Georgetown has been identified

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Immigration enforcement surge begins in Charlotte, North Carolina, officials confirm

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