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Washington, D.C. first responders said they would be carefully working to free the trapped worker "due to the precarious condition" of the row home, which collapsed on Dec. 23, 2024. (Courtesy DC Fire and EMS)

‘Not something that anybody expected or wanted’: DC row house collapse kills trapped worker, officials say

Former President Bill Clinton speaks during the Democratic National Convention Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

Bill Clinton hospitalized in DC for 'testing and observation' after developing fever

Wintry mix on the roadway.

Frigid temperatures strike DC area ahead of possible flurries, freezing rain Tuesday

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'We want the team to come home': DC mayor celebrates passage of RFK Stadium land transfer

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) celebrates after the game winning touchdown during an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2024, in Landover, MD. (AP Photo/Peter Joneleit)

Commanders keep playing wild and wacky games. They've gotten better at winning them

Close-Up Of Hand Holding Illuminated Christmas Tree

Looking to give back on Christmas Day in the DC area? It's not too late to volunteer

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R&B star shines in DC-area Christmas production, shares meaning behind new single

Even post election, workplace incivility is rising and people are quitting because of it

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Washington Mystics hire Jamila Wideman as general manager, Sydney Johnson as coach

Following controversy, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore receives Bronze Star for Army service 18 years ago

Unforeseen cost of full-time remote working? Losing social skills

Biden gives most federal employees day off on Christmas Eve

December 23 is Festivus, a day reserved in history for all who feel that the normal holiday traditions don’t quite fit the bill, and seen here a Festivus sweater is displayed during Colossal Clusterfest in June 2017 in San Francisco.

Festivus, the ‘Seinfeld’ holiday focused on airing grievances, is for everyone

Christmas tablewear

Christmas Day 2024: What's open in the DC region and where can you dine-in?

Some last minute Christmas tree and wreath shoppers stopped by Greenstreet Gardens in Virginia on Sunday. (WTOP/Heather Gustafson)

Countdown to Christmas: Local last-minute shoppers seek final chance for Christmas trees

man tossing basketball to another man in gymnasium

Thousands line up at Toys for Tots giveaway in Prince George’s Co.

Cat with poinsettia. Cozy Christmas background. Funny pet picture

Which holiday plants are bad for your pets?

Chicanukah Houston

In a calendar rarity, Hanukkah starts this year on Christmas Day

Christmas tree decorations

How to keep your Christmas tree looking fresh into the new year

donated beds in DC

DC United, Marlo Furniture donate 60 beds to those in need during the holiday season

It's beginning to look like another record for holiday travel

The Metro emblem.

Free fares for New Year’s Eve — and other Metro holiday updates

Things to do in the DC area: New Year's Eve parties, National Menorah Lighting ... and more!

How Fairfax Co.’s middle school cellphone pilot program is working

Traveling for the Holidays can be a pain, especially in the lower back

DC United, Marlo Furniture donate 60 beds to those in need during the holiday season

DC fire credits training with saving girl’s arm

The lines are moving — but it’s a busy day at Reagan National Airport

DC Mayor Bowser and Monumental's Ted Leonsis celebrate the start of an $800M downtown arena renovation

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WTOP’s Neal Augenstein honored for his work as a reporter in the DC region

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Spirit of ’90s women-focused Lilith Fair festival returns to DC this weekend

Escape the holiday madness and unleash your stress at the Kraken Rage Room

Residents near RFK Stadium site react to news Congress could transfer property to DC

Mayor Bowser celebrates federal funding deal that gives DC control of RFK stadium site

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Prince William Co. students with disabilities grow poinsettias, collect donations

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A very DC version of ‘Annie’ hits the stage

Why the building of the National Menorah is a family affair

Do you remember the worst present you’ve ever received?

Home for the holidays: MedStar family gets their wish granted

Dedication of Loudoun County’s first primary school blends celebration with history lesson

Santa stops by MedStar Georgetown in DC bearing gifts for children

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Proud Boys Police Officer Charged

Former DC police officer convicted of lying about leaks to the Proud Boys leader

Nordstrom-Takeover

Nordstrom to be acquired by Nordstrom family and a Mexican retail group in $6.25 billion deal

Subway Burning

Man faces murder charges in the death of a woman who was lit on fire in New York City subway

TYSONS, VA - AUGUST 22: A hiring sign is displayed in front of Charles Tyrwhitt at the Tysons Corner Center mall on August 22, 2024 in Alexandria, Virginia. According to reports, over 800,000 fewer jobs were created within the U.S. economy than originally reported in the 12-month period, 30% less than the previously reported 2.9 million from April 2023 through March, 2024. (Photo by Anna Rose Layden/Getty Images)

Maryland’s unemployment rate, once the lowest in the US, continues to rise

joints and marijuana on table

Virginia lawmakers renew push for legal cannabis marketplace

Eagles Commanders Football

Commanders fans react to big win, passage of bill that could move team to DC

Ethanol powers cleaner emissions, boosts U.S. agriculture and fuels innovation

Insight by National Corn Growers Association

APTOPIX UnitedHealthcare CEO Killed

Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty to murder and weapons charges in UnitedHealthcare CEO's death

Why 5G is both flexible and secure

Insight by T-Mobile

Rep. Matt Gaetz, a Florida Republican, attends the second day of the 2024 Republican National Convention at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on July 16.

House Ethics Committee accuses former Rep. Gaetz of ‘regularly’ paying for sex, including with 17-year-old girl

Exterior of the Subaru Forester

Car Review: Subaru gives the Forester a makeover for 2025

YE Year in Democracy

2024 Year in Review: A look at some of the biggest stories of the year from the DC area

US Biden Death Row Commutations

Biden gives life in prison to 37 of 40 federal death row inmates before Trump can resume executions

Ted Niceley (left) and The Tommy Keene Group

DC-based musician, producer Ted Niceley finally learns about 'very, very frustrating' challenge

Container Store-Bankruptcy

The Container Store, buffeted by rough housing market and competition, seeks bankruptcy protection

Japan Nissan Honda

Nissan and Honda to attempt a merger that would create the world's No. 3 automaker

The Stream

'Squid Game' returns looking for win with season 2

Trump

Trump threatens to try to take back the Panama Canal. Panama's president balks at the suggestion

Shallow depth of field image taken of yellow law enforcement line with police car and lights in the background.

Report of kidnapping ends with man dead — and an investigation by the Maryland AG

Artist Brian Sentman with the model.

'The chicken has landed': A fan-favorite DC holiday display gets an iconic new addition

County News

Bill Clinton hospitalized in DC for ‘testing and observation’ after developing fever

‘We want the team to come home’: DC mayor celebrates passage of RFK Stadium land transfer

R&B star shines in DC-area Christmas production, shares meaning behind new single

‘Not something that anybody expected or wanted’: DC row house collapse kills trapped worker, officials say

Looking to give back on Christmas Day in the DC area? It’s not too late to volunteer

Police lights on first responder vehicles at crime scene.

Deadly shooting Saturday marks Prince George’s County’s 100th homicide

Growing number of parents get vaccine exemptions for their kids

Statue of Lady Justice with scales of justice

'He knew my address and name': After 43 years, cold case rape victim watches attacker sentenced in Montgomery Co. courtroom

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Kamala Harris tells students to ‘stay in the fight’ after the election

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Tom Cruise receives top honor from the Navy for boosting the military with his screen roles

PHOTO GALLERIES

Former Oakland Athletics player Rickey Henderson before a baseball game between the Athletics and the Texas Rangers in Oakland, Calif., Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2024. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)

2024 celebrity deaths

Exterior of the Subaru Forester

Car Review: 2025 Subaru Forester

Eggnog Holiday Spirits

It’s eggnog season. The boozy beverage dates back to medieval England but remains a holiday hit

National

Trump Transition

Kari Lake says she has no intention of turning Voice of America into 'Trump TV'

Around the region

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Slipping up, 2 suspects charged with stealing used cooking oil in Silver Spring

Sports

Norfolk State Vick Football

Former NFL star Michael Vick officially hired by Norfolk State on Friday

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Beyond the Fame with Jason Fraley

Trans-Siberian Orchestra (Part 2)

Episode 12 -- Self-Diagnosing Multiple Sclerosis

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