Local News for Virginia, Maryland, and DC The latest local and breaking news for Virginia, Maryland, and DC Saturday, March 14 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) • Environmental groups raise concerns about possible Fairfax Co. land sale to data center developer • Old Dominion shooter was released from prison early after completing drug program • Justice Department charges man accused of selling gun to Old Dominion University shooter • Animal casting agent gives tips on making it in show business • ‘I just wanted to survive’: ODU student recounts harrowing experience during campus shooting • Southwest to end service at Dulles this summer • Speeding driver to serve 3 years for 2023 crash that killed Fairfax County teen • Friday Freebies 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) • Energy legislation would save Marylanders at least $150 annually on bills, lawmakers say • Montgomery County executive calls for 6% property tax rate hike to fund schools in budget proposal • Pickleball is very popular among older adults. But it’s sending them to the emergency room • Tornado hit Howard Co. during Wednesday’s storms, weather service confirms • Friday Freebies • 200 years later, plaque marks law that allowed Jewish Marylanders to hold office • Greek restaurant Our Mom Eugenia set to open this fall in Bethesda • A county liquor store opened across the hall from a private retailer. Can it avoid competing? WUSA9 DC News (Read more) • Budget cuts force United Planning Organization to close 4 early learning centers in DC • Protesters rally outside Kennedy Center as president announces Richard Grenell will be replaced by Matt Floca • Boat submerged on the Potomac River • 'Feminism is a cancer' | Capitol rioter accused of stroking women's hair on Metro is released from DC jail • Trump ally Richard Grenell stepping down as Kennedy Center president • DC Police warn public to stay alert after rash airbag thefts • Stolen vehicle chase ends in deadly crash near Thomas Jefferson Memorial in DC • Double shooting in Northeast DC leaves two men injured WTOP DC News (Read more) • Trump ally Ric Grenell stepping down as Kennedy Center president • Looking for a policing career? DC Armory to host multiagency career fair • ‘Initial aggression’ from baby elephant’s mom, aunties more welcoming, zookeepers say • America 250: From quills to quality of life, federal health has transformed over the years • Only half of Americans watched a movie in a theater in 2025, says new study • Friday Freebies • No decision made after emergency court hearing to block closure of Kennedy Center • How working moms feel appreciated while facing challenges