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Washington Redskins quarterback Sonny Jurgensen is shown in 1973. (AP Photo)

Sonny Jurgensen, the strong-arm QB whose personality made him a beloved football figure, dies at 91

WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 31: Snow is cleared and deposited near the United States Capitol reflecting pool on January 31, 2026 in Washington, DC. A winter storm that swept across the nation last week brought historic levels of sleet at uncommonly low temperatures for the region resulting in significant disruptions for DC residents. (Photo by Alex Kent/Getty Images)

Chance for flurries before extreme cold, high winds arrive in DC region

A recently placed warning sign is seen at the sight of a massive pipe rupture, as sewage flows into the Potomac River, right, in Glen Echo, Md., Friday, Jan. 23, 2026. A massive pipe that moves millions of gallons of sewage has ruptured and sent wastewater flowing into the Potomac River northwest of Washington, polluting it ahead of a major winter storm that has repair crews scrambling. (AP Photo/Cliff Owen)

DC Water says it will take longer to repair broken sewer pipe in Potomac River spill

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Trump's racist post about Obamas is deleted after backlash despite White House earlier defending it

Milan Cortina Olympics Speedskating

The Milan Cortina Olympics’ opening ceremony begins with Italian icons and Mariah Carey singing

US Election 2026 Redistricting

Virginia Democrats release long-awaited 10–1 congressional map

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Here are the DC-area athletes competing in the Winter Olympics

Amtrak canceling more than a dozen trains serving DC, Northeast region

Weather
'Mountains of ice': Leftovers from winter storm continue to slow travel for DC-area commutes

Parking wars: Disputes heat up over cleared out, 'reserved' parking spots in DC

Laid‑off Washington Post staff rally outside DC headquarters after massive cuts

Trump administration advances plan to strip job protections from career federal employees

Milan Cortina Olympics Opening Ceremony

The Milan Cortina Olympics’ opening ceremony begins with Italian icons and Mariah Carey singing

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Meet the DC-area athletes competing in the Winter Olympics

Milan Cortina Olympics

Milan Cortina is going for Olympic fashion gold. Take a look at some eye-popping outfits

Laid‑off Washington Post staff rally outside DC headquarters after massive cuts

This Smithsonian greenhouse has some of the world's rarest plants

Snow, ice continue to cause major headaches for Montgomery Co. commuters

Md. dog rescued from DC trash chute

Va. church left without prayer space after snow-covered roof collapses

Viral hit ‘Little Miss Perfect’ debuting as full-length musical in Maryland

Md. woman to serve 2 years in prison after crash that killed NFL draftee

This National Gallery curator uses Gen Z slang to interest new art lovers

DC Public Works crews struggle to pick up trash in icy conditions

How the DC region is handling 'snowcrete'

Why NASA moved Artemis II launch window back a month

DC’s National Zoo welcomes newborn Asian elephant

Dominion Energy, NOVA Parks reach agreement on tree cutting along W&OD Trail

Mapping the genetic code of ocean life at the Smithsonian

Jury delivers verdict in 'au pair affair' double murder case

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Federal planning commission likes what it sees in the new Commanders Stadium design

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Maryland state's attorney urges lawmakers to act to help stop scams before seniors lose everything

This Mazda CX‑30 SUV is the Turbo Aire Edition, which features blacked‑out badges, black roof rails, black mirror caps and black wheels.

Is Mazda’s mini-SUV too small or just right?

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Graduates of DC tennis program get trip of a lifetime to Abu Dhabi

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Friday Freebies: Score free wings for the Super Bowl, plus free coffee deals

Measles Outbreak Explainer

Adult with measles visited grocery stores, restaurant, animal shelter in Northern Virginia

Personalized federal health systems: A scalable approach

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Trump CFPB Nomination

Maryland man faces attempted murder charges for targeting OMB director

WTOP’s Balancing the Housing Equation 2026

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Things to do in the DC area: Strathmore’s Prelude Buffet, Chocolate Festival … and more!

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Dissecting the Washington Wizards' deal with Dallas to deliver Anthony Davis to DC

Visitors walk past the Capital Wheel at National Harbor

Youth curfew in effect Fridays, Saturdays at National Harbor

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Boar's Head reopens Virginia deli meat plant tied to deadly listeria outbreak

Meet Apple, who was rescued from a D.C. trash chute.

Senior dog rescued from DC trash chute

Guthrie Church Service

Savannah Guthrie's family renews plea to mother's kidnapper, while sheriff says they have no suspect

Thomas Taylor

Superintendent recommends moving Rockville’s Wootton High to upcoming Crown High in Gaithersburg

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WATCH: Commutes on icy roads, Commanders Stadium redesign and other Top Local Headlines

County News

DC Water says it will take longer to repair broken sewer pipe in Potomac River spill

Chance for flurries before extreme cold, high winds arrive in DC region

‘Mountains of ice’: Leftovers from winter storm continue to slow travel for DC-area commutes

Virginia Democrats release long-awaited 10–1 congressional map

Amtrak canceling more than a dozen trains serving DC, Northeast region

Washington Post

‘Deep and profound sadness’: Washington Post sports reporter shares emotions after mass layoffs at the paper

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This Smithsonian greenhouse contains obscure and exotic plants from around the world

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Baby Asian elephant joins the fold at Smithsonian's National Zoo in DC after 21-month pregnancy

VIDEOS

NBC's Savannah Guthrie posts message to her mother’s kidnapper asking to provide proof she is alive

WATCH: What is a 'ghost student" scam and how did this Maryland family become a victim of it?

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This WTOP Beer of the Week pares well with curries and Caesar salad

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Milan Cortina Olympics Opening Ceremony

PHOTOS: 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony

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Republicans reject complaint about Gabbard as Democrats question time it took to see it

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Man found guilty in 2023 kidnapping, killing of New York woman on I-95 in Prince William Co.

EDUCATION

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Snow-verwhelmed: How Prince George's Co. schools are adjusting calendar after snow days

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How the Commanders 'win' NFL free agency

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