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'All hands on deck': DC area preps for biggest snowstorm in years

Trump White House Ballroom

Trump appointees ask about White House ballroom's design and scale--and want to see models

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Congress Jack Smith

Smith defends his Trump investigations at a public hearing, saying, 'No one should be above the law'

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Commuters return to pre-pandemic patterns in DC regional survey

Education School Bathrooms

‘We were outraged’: Parents, students weigh in on Fairfax Co. proposed school boundary changes

Moore’s 4th budget uses cuts, fund shifts to close $1.5 billion budget gap

Mobile bathroom brings hygiene to people who are homeless in DC area

Attorney general announces the arrest of at least 2 people involved in a Minnesota church protest

'Sinners' makes history, setting Oscars nomination record

Things to do in the DC area: Burns Night, DC Auto Show … and more!

Trump’s return-to-office memo doesn’t override telework protections in union contract, arbitrator tells HHS

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'It's also my journey': Manassas teacher recognized for impact on immigrant students

The D.C. location of PubKey is a dimly lit, wood-paneled space that is meant to be a cultural hub for those who are enthusiastic about Bitcoin.

A 'Bitcoin bar' opened in DC — but what does that mean?

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Explore the Smithsonian’s larger than life whale bone collection

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Defense attempts to have case thrown out in Banfield double murder trial

Explore the Smithsonian’s larger than life whale bone collection

A 'Bitcoin bar' opened in DC — but what does that mean?

Va. teacher wins award for inspiring students just arriving in the US

Janeese Lewis George on why she is running for DC Mayor

Could driverless car make women in DC feel safer?

10-foot-tall replica of Trump’s alleged birthday message to Epstein appears on National Mall

Meet Bambu, a pup with a golden heart

Fairfax Co. boundary changes could impact hundreds of students

Students at Bethesda high school walk out to protest ICE

How are DC-area locals reacting to National Harbor Sphere news?

Huge fire at Md. junk yard damages over 100 vehicles

Behind the scenes: Smithsonian Natural History Museum’s collection

Alexandria record store recovering after flooding

Volunteers help spruce up Langston Golf Course on MLK Day

Capital One Arena hosts highest-attended game in US women’s hockey history

Son of MLK Jr. reflects on significance of his father's message in US today

How DC physically changed during President Trump’s second term

DC holds candlelight vigil for slain Iranian protesters

Women’s hockey brings Takeover Tour to DC

Hockey for everyone: Washington Capitals host inclusive skating day

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NUUK, GREENLAND - JANUARY 17: People hold Greenlandic flags and placards as they gather by the United States Consulate to march in protest against U.S. President Donald Trump and his announced intent to acquire Greenland on January 17, 2026 in Nuuk, Greenland. Greenlandic, Danish and other European leaders are hoping they can still avert an intervention by the United States to forcefully acquire the island as U.S. President Donald Trump continues to insist the U.S. must have Greenland, suggesting even by military means if necessary. (Photo by Sean Gallup/Getty Images)

Trump’s desire for Greenland is nothing new in US history, DC professor explains

Washington Officer Death

Traffic, road closures for funeral procession of DC officer struck by car

Waymo Freeways Things To Know

Could driverless car service make women feel safer calling a ride in DC?

Tips for smartly navigating online medical information

Insight by American Medical Association

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Trump rolls out his Board of Peace at the Davos forum, but many top US allies aren't participating

Hive Group scales smart and strengthens collaboration

Insight by JP Morgan Chase

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Here are the DC-area chefs and restaurants honored as James Beard semifinalists

DC Water crews and contractors are actively working to construct a bypass system to help control a sanitary sewer overflow coming from the Potomac Interceptor.

Sewer line collapse triggers wastewater spill into C&O Canal near Clara Barton Parkway

Trump One Year Naming

Bruce Lee play and Vocal Arts DC join growing list of Kennedy Center cancellations

Fake Pilot Free Flights

A former flight attendant is accused of fooling airlines into giving him free flights. But how?

ADDITION APTOPIX Immigration Enforcement Minnesota

Immigration officers assert sweeping power to enter homes without a judge's warrant, memo says

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DC man indicted in Bladensburg birthday party hit-and-run that killed 1, injured 8 kids

FILE - A sales clerk holds a pistol during an auction in Rochester, Wash., on Oct. 20, 2017. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson, File)

Appeals court upholds most of Maryland ban on weapons in schools, parks, other public places

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Virginia lawmaker rolls the dice again on bill to bring casino to Fairfax Co.

County News

Virginia’s new AG Jones fights DOJ on in-state tuition for immigrant students

Commuters return to pre-pandemic patterns in DC regional survey

Mobile bathroom brings hygiene to people who are homeless in DC area

Moore’s 4th budget uses cuts, fund shifts to close $1.5 billion budget gap

‘All hands on deck’: DC area preps for biggest snowstorm in years

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Janeese Lewis George lays out priorities of DC mayor campaign: ‘Put people first’

Sign for Fairfax County Public Schools headquarters

Pushing Boundaries: What changes could come as Fairfax Co. reviews school boundaries?

A detail photo of the Definitive Treaty of Peace between the United Sates and Great Britain dated Sept. 3, 1783, also know as the Treaty of Paris, is seen during a media preview, Thursday, Aug. 21, 2008, at the National Archives in Washington. The signatures of John Adams and Benjamin Franklin are seen at lower center. (AP Photo/Haraz N. Ghanbari)

America's 'divorce papers' from Britain to tour the United States

VIDEOS

WATCH: 10-foot-tall replica of Trump’s alleged birthday message to Epstein appears on National Mall

Greenland US Protest

'Make America Go Away': Pro-Greenland protesters mock Trump's MAGA slogan

'60 Minutes' airs report on Trump deportations to Salvadoran mega-prison

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Pet of the Week: Bambu and Hannah are ready to join your family

Virginia Inauguration

Spanberger’s inauguration as Virginia’s 1st female governor

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Car Review: Volkswagen Jetta Sport

WEATHER

Winter Weather

Take these steps to protect yourself from winter weather dangers

TECH

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New study suggests the rapid construction of data centers will drive up energy bills

MARYLAND

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National Harbor Sphere revenues would 'dwarf' those from Commanders, Six Flags, Braveboy says

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