Local News for Virginia, Maryland, and DC The latest local and breaking news for Virginia, Maryland, and DC Saturday, January 17 VirginiaMarylandDC WUSA9 Virginia News (Read more) • Virginia AG looking into antisemitism accusations against Herndon private school • Trial underway for man charged in Sterling House explosion that killed volunteer firefighter • Close the 200 block of King Street to vehicles permanently? Project continues to draw mixed reaction • Body of 61-year-old man who went missing in Shenandoah National Park found near Lewis Falls • Man pleads guilty to deadly shooting outside Woodbridge hookah bar • Virginia Rescue teams join Texas flood response • Bald eagle returned to the skies • Lawmakers warn 'Big Beautiful Bill' could push up flight costs at Virginia airports WTOP Virginia News (Read more) • Judge allows a third offshore wind project to resume construction as the industry challenges Trump • Family of Va. woman murdered in motel back in 2023 finally gets justice, rips into DC justice system • Virginia lawmakers back redrawing congressional maps, paving the way for a voter referendum • Foodies rejoice! DC’s winter restaurant week is about to kick off • Virginia prepares for historic moment as Spanberger takes office in Richmond • Friday Freebies • What to know about inauguration-related events in Virginia this weekend • Former NBA player arrested in Fairfax Co., charged with robbery and assault WUSA9 Maryland News (Read more) • How Montgomery County's flood sensors offer vital early warnings • Judge demands answers from Trump administration after El Salvador says US still holds jurisdiction over deported migrants • Adult critically hurt, child hospitalized in crash with dump truck in Prince George's County • Fans brave the heat for Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter Tour night 2 • Meet the 3 new public safety officials announced in Prince George's County • Woman hit by car while standing on sidewalk dies • 80-year-old man stabbed wife to death in Leisure World apartment, police say • Route 1 at Route 198 closed due to water main break WTOP Maryland News (Read more) • ‘We have to stand with the community’: Montgomery Co. leaders introduce bills to limit immigration enforcement • Out-of-state speed camera violators might have to pay up under new bill being considered by Md. • Montgomery Co. leaders condemn Islamophobic graffiti at Bethesda high school • Elrich’s $6.6B capital plan calls for record-high funding for Montgomery Co. schools • Foodies rejoice! DC’s winter restaurant week is about to kick off • What’s next for Maryland man awaiting a decision on whether he can stay in the US • Friday Freebies • Can Democratic lawmakers curb federal immigration efforts in Maryland? They think so WUSA9 DC News (Read more) • Charges against DC man dropped after court learns of federal officer firing at him • Capital Women’s Care, UnitedHealthcare working together again • White House, DMV lawmakers targeting PJM to lower energy costs • Man who stabbed Christy Bautista to death apologizes before sentencing, family calls request for leniency a 'slap in the face' • Kevin B. Chavous announces run for open At-Large seat on DC Council • Southeast DC prepares for annual MLK Peace Walk amid heightened security concerns • DC Police, DC Fire & EMS honored by the Capitals nearly a year after the DCA air disaster • Evening classes cancelled after gunshots heard near Catholic University WTOP DC News (Read more) • Out-of-state speed camera violators might have to pay up under new bill being considered by Md. • Women’s hockey takes center ice in DC as PWHL brings its Takeover Tour to Capital One Arena • National Guard troops to stay on Washington, DC, streets through 2026 • Family of Va. woman murdered in motel back in 2023 finally gets justice, rips into DC justice system • Washington National Opera relocates performances away from Kennedy Center to new venues • New homes — plus recreation center and library — coming to Chevy Chase • Foodies rejoice! DC’s winter restaurant week is about to kick off • Friday Freebies
