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Congress Tax Cuts

Senate panel takes major step to keep FBI headquarters in DC, instead of moving to Md.

Threat Arrest Congress

Maryland man charged with threatening Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene and her family

Offshore Wind Turbine Factory

Trump’s EPA calls on Maryland to reissue wind farm permit for Ocean City

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DC firefighters go viral, hope to inspire young girls to pursue the job

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Trump is checked for lower leg swelling and diagnosed with a common condition in older adults

Immigration Raids California

Trump administration hands over Medicaid recipients' personal data, including addresses, to ICE

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Lynching site in Leesburg becomes first in Loudoun Co. to be memorialized with state historical highway marker

First the shoes went back on. Now, at US airport security, more liquid in carry-ons may be at hand

Average long-term US mortgage rate rises to 6.75%, second straight uptick

Weather
Hot, humid conditions grip DC region with possibility of pop-up storms

Spanberger outraises Earle-Sears 2-to-1 in Virginia governor’s race

Some agencies face significant budget cuts under House appropriations package

Juul gets FDA's OK to keep selling tobacco and menthol e-cigarettes

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'You can't spray your way out of the problem': Md. winemaker on fighting spotted lanternflies

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Connie Francis, whose hit songs included 'Who's Sorry Now?' and 'Pretty Little Baby,' dies at 87

Congress Budget Cuts

Senate passes $9 billion in spending cuts to public broadcasting, foreign aid requested by Trump

Lotus blooms at Kenilworth Park.

Things to do in the DC area: Lotus and Water Lily Festival, National Cannabis Festival … and more!

A Monster energy drink on the shelves of a supermarket in Bourgueil on 26 December 2024. (Photo by Magali Cohen / Hans Lucas / Hans Lucas via AFP) (Photo by MAGALI COHEN/Hans Lucas/AFP via Getty Images)

Woman sues Monster Energy after allegedly finding dead mouse in can

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Fox Sports teams up with Barstool Sports, including appearances on 'Big Noon Kickoff'

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These DC firefighters went viral – here’s why they’re grateful for it

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First authentic Greek ice cream shop opens in DC's Georgetown

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Residents react to Trayon White being voted back to the DC Council

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Jury gets case in involuntary manslaughter trial for technician in deadly Sterling home explosion

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Highway crews detail flash flooding issues caused by torrential rainfall

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SPONSORED: Confronting the ‘financial anchor’ of soaring health care costs

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Pet of the Week: Surfer Cooler!

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Nationals fans toast fired GM Mike Rizzo with drinks he bought

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Arguing about where to get dinner? This new food hall concept in DC may help

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HVAC problems shutter some local museums

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The crews trying to convince you DC isn’t so dirty

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Exploring every DC neighborhood with Austin Graff!

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Booming thunderstorms, heavy rain prompt flooded roads in the DC area

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Israeli strike hits Gaza church, killing 3 and wounding priest who was close to Pope Francis

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‘Arts are so important for a culture’: Inaugural District Fringe Festival aims to help local artists find their voice

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Yala Greek Ice Cream brings unique new flavor to this DC neighborhood

Cloud Exchange 2025: Palo Alto Networks’ Rob Sherry on using automation to aid cyber defenders

Insight by Palo Alto Networks

Officers from Montgomery County Police and NIH join families staying at The Children's Inn at NIH for a shopping spree at Rio Waterfront Target in Bethesda as part of their annual "Christmas in July" celebration.

Santa swaps sleigh for sirens in 'Christmas in July' celebration for NIH families

Confronting the ‘financial anchor’ of soaring health care costs

Insight by Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

Good Trouble Protests

Nationwide protests begin against Trump's immigration crackdown and health care cuts

Former U.S. President Barack Obama (L) greets former first lady Michelle Obama as he arrives to speak on stage during the second day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on August 20, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois.

Obamas joke about divorce rumors: ‘It was touch and go for a while’

Trump Coca Cola

Trump says Coca-Cola will use real sugar in its US flagship drink. The company isn't confirming that

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Jury begins deliberations in involuntary manslaughter trial for technician in deadly Sterling home explosion

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Tricycle strapped to roof of car, bow and arrow, medieval weapon lead to man's arrest near US Capitol

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New organization rallies in support of the RFK Stadium deal

Trayon White stands surrounded by supporters.

Ward 8 residents react after DC Council member Trayon White’s reelection

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WATCH: More resignations at Univ. of Virginia and other Top Local Headlines

County News

DC firefighters go viral, hope to inspire young girls to pursue the job

Maryland man charged with threatening Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene and her family

Senate panel takes major step to keep FBI headquarters in DC, instead of moving to Md.

Lynching site in Leesburg becomes first in Loudoun Co. to be memorialized with state historical highway marker

Prince William leaders ‘keenly aware’ of impact from federal cuts, look ahead to legislative agenda

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Georgetown University leader and educators grilled about antisemitism on campuses

Austin Graff

This DC content creator has become locally famous for exploring every DC neighborhood

I-66 Theodore Roosevelt Bridge DC District

Expect more congestion over 'vital link' between Virginia into DC

VIDEOS

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Barack, Michelle Obama address divorce rumors

Grand Canyon-Fire

Wildfire destroys historic Grand Canyon lodge

State Department Cuts

State Department employees walk out to applause as more than 1,300 are laid off

PHOTO GALLERIES

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Pet of the Week: Meet Surfer Cooler!

France Fashion Birkin Bag Auction

The prototype for fashion’s must-have accessory sells for over $10 million

This 2025 Hyundai Sonata Limited Hybrid comes in dark, metallic gray with some flashy silver and black turbine-style wheels.

This luxurious Hyundai Sonata looks to help keep the sedan alive

Sports

APTOPIX 2025 ESPY Awards

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Simone Biles win top honors at ESPYS

MONTGOMERY COUNTY

Man using a heavy duty leaf blower.

Businesses could get exemption from ban on gas-powered leaf blowers in Montgomery Co.

FAIRFAX COUNTY

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Move into these historic Fairfax Co. homes — rent free

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Cloud Exchange 2025: Verizon’s Lamont Copeland on agencies’ interconnected modernization challenges

Cloud Exchange 2025: Verizon’s Lamont Copeland on agencies’ interconnected modernization challenges

Insight by Verizon

Beyond the Fame with Jason Fraley

'Stranger Things'

Episode 13 — Strength in Unity: One Woman's Mission to Empower MS Warriors

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How the Commanders 'win' NFL free agency

Colors: A Dialogue on Race in America

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Bernice McFadden, award-winning novelist and author of 'Firstborn Girls'

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