WTOP | Washington’s Top News | DC, MD & VA News, Traffic & Weather

It's time to change lead pipes, EPA says — How DC's water crisis spurred this move 20 years ago

Toi Moi farmers market

Baking Connections: Unconventional paths to local fame for DC-area Asian-inspired pastry shops

a teacher reads a book to children in an elementary school or kindergarten. T

DC used $7 million of relief funds to support students with disabilities in the aftermath of COVID-19

APTOPIX Israel Palestinians

Warplanes hit targets in Gaza as Israel resumes its offensive and warns of attacks to come in south

Small white and striped french bulldog puppy

Two French bulldogs stolen in DC region days apart. Is this a pattern for thieves?

Menomale pizza

DC restaurant owner at wits' end over crime, break-ins

New

Gospel legend Yolanda Adams headlines holiday concert at Kennedy Center

DC Council member says her plan would improve 911 response

18-year-old arrested in string of at least 18 robberies along DC trail

New surgical and research facility opening at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

No parking minimums: Montgomery Co. considers easing rules on housing near transit

IG to launch investigation into FDIC’s leadership climate, harassment allegations

FBI Headquarters

Inspector general evaluating decision to relocate FBI headquarters to Maryland

President Joe Biden speaks as first lady Jill Biden listens after lighting the National Christmas Tree on the Ellipse, near the White House, Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023, in Washington. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)

Biden lights the National Christmas Tree, taking his turn to bring holiday spirit to Washington

The FBI released these photos of the suspects in the carjacking of an agent on Nov. 30, 2023. (Courtesy FBI)

WATCH: Police release video footage of suspects in FBI agent’s carjacking; offer $20K award

The Commanders have regressed in Year 4 of the Ron Rivera era in Washington. Should the Burgundy and Gold pull the plug sooner rather than later? (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

Should the Commanders fire Ron Rivera in-season?

Stock photo of handcuffs on wooden background.

DC gym owner arrested in FBI sting on charge related to child sex abuse images

NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 27: Mike Score of A Flock of Seagulls perform at "Dare to be Different" Premiere during 2017 Tribeca Film Festival on April 27, 2017 in New York City. (Photo by Robin Marchant/Getty Images for Tribeca Film Festival)

One of the biggest British new-wave bands of the '80s comes to DC area

Who's moving into this fancy former Georgetown coworking space?

How suppressing inflammation can lower your risk for serious disease

Sponsored by MedStar Washington Hospital Center

Rep. George Santos, R-N.Y., faces reporters at the Capitol in Washington, early Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023. After a scathing report by the House Ethics Committee citing egregious violations, Santos could be expelled from Congress this week. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

Rep. George Santos poised to be expelled from Congress

The year-long mission to remember, honor, teach

Sponsored by Wreaths Across America

DeSantis Newsom

DeSantis and Newsom lob insults and talk some policy in a faceoff between two White House aspirants

Don't eat pre-cut cantaloupe if the source is unknown, CDC says, as deadly salmonella outbreak grows

New Baltimore location. (Courtesy Medium Rare)

You can order a bottle of Medium Rare's 'secret steak sauce' online again — no single employee knows the full recipe

Judges Gavel

Drunken driver gets 10 years for killing Marine veteran, his dog in Prince William Co.

Bald eagle hovering over its nest with an eaglet inside.

Efforts underway to save bald eagle struck on BW Parkway

FILE - Virginia State Sen-elect, Ghazala Hashmi speaks to supporters at a Democratic victory party in Richmond, Va., Nov. 5, 2019. Hashmi asked a court Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2023, to dismiss a lawsuit that challenges her qualification to hold office over what her attorneys called “baseless” allegations that she did not meet the state's residency requirements. (AP Photo/Steve Helber, File)

Virginia state senator seeks dismissal of lawsuit over 'baseless' residency allegations

Things to do in the DC area: Holiday markets, drag Santa afternoon tea … and more!

Strawberry lychee rose brioche donuts from Rose Ave Bakery

Meet 3 DC-area bakers fueling the craze for pastries with an Asian twist

Jordan Sneaker Wall

Style, sustainability and swag: Art exhibit at Tysons Corner mall showcases iconic Air Jordans like you've never seen them

This photo shows inside of the Capital Centre the night of a 1974 concert. (Courtesy Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library Washingtoniana Collection)

The arena that changed sports — 50 years ago the Capital Centre opened

A concept drawing of a possible new indoor athletics facility and event space in Prince William County

$100M sports complex in Prince William Co. could be largest of its kind in Northern Virginia

Crime Nation's Capital

'Never, ever seen crime this bad': residents give passionate testimony on DC crime bill

County News

Baking Connections: Unconventional paths to local fame for DC-area Asian-inspired pastry shops

It’s time to change lead pipes, EPA says — How DC’s water crisis spurred this move 20 years ago

DC used $7 million of relief funds to support students with disabilities in the aftermath of COVID-19

Gospel legend Yolanda Adams headlines holiday concert at Kennedy Center

Two French bulldogs stolen in DC region days apart. Is this a pattern for thieves?

news icon background image

Japan expresses concern about US Osprey aircraft continuing to fly without details of fatal crash

traffic icon background image

I-495/Capital Beltway Inner Loop near VA-193/Georgetown Pike (#44) all lanes open...

weather icon background image

radio icon background image

Everything you need. Every time you listen.

VIDEOS

Array

See these iconic kicks at Tysons Corner Center like you've never seen them before

Array

DC’s National Zoo shines brighter this holiday season

Array

Is this the 'best chicken sandwich' in Maryland?

PHOTO GALLERIES

Dionne Warwick performs after President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden lit the National Christmas Tree on the Ellipse, near the White House in Washington, Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)

National Christmas Tree lighting ushers in holiday season in DC area

Array

How DC is fueling the craze for pastries with an Asian twist

Array

Rosalynn Carter's memorial service

National

Montana's first-in-the-nation ban on TikTok blocked by judge who says it's unconstitutional

Business & Finance

Facebook parent Meta sues the FTC claiming 'unconstitutional authority' in child privacy case

Government

Sen. Rand Paul performed Heimlich maneuver on choking Sen. Joni Ernst during GOP lunch

Sponsored

America needs to advance long-term solutions to improve housing supply and affordability

Sponsored by American Property Owners Alliance

World

Ukraine's Zelenskyy says the war with Russia is in a new phase as winter looms

Sports

Tom Wilson's first hat trick leads Washington Capitals past slumping Anaheim Ducks 5-4

Entertainment

‘SNL’ alum Kate McKinnon to make hosting debut with musical guest Billie Eilish

Lifestyle

Can lessons from Europe help guide flood-prone Annapolis' plan to stay dry?

Editor's Choice

An appeals court reinstates gag order that barred Trump from maligning court staff in NY fraud trial

Education

What concerns teachers highlighted while visiting Prince William Co.'s ombudsman's office

Around the Region

Study finds low interest, high prices in Va. medical marijuana program

WTOP Noticias

Bukele dejará la presidencia de El Salvador por seis meses para ...

Beyond the Fame with Jason Fraley

Yolanda Adams (Part 2)

‘Police, alone, can't do this:’ DC council member wants to fight violence with better operations

Colors: A Dialogue on Race in America

173 | The Israel-Hamas Crisis

WTOP's DC Sports Huddle

Should the Commanders fire Ron Rivera in-season?

410 | Crossroads of a Crisis: Part Three

Squats and Margaritas

Brooke Raybould, high-performance motherhood

From Our Partners

Enter the Ledo Team Pizza Party Giveaway!

Click here to learn more about the WTOP App!

WTOP Interviews and Links

Enter for your chance to win the WTOP Free Lunch Friday Contest for friends and family!

Listen live to WTOP so you never miss a moment

Log in to your WTOP account for notifications and alerts customized for you.