Local News for Virginia, Maryland, and DC The latest local and breaking news for Virginia, Maryland, and DC Friday, May 15 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) • Fairfax Co. parents concerned about students accessing ‘Five Nights at Epstein’s’ game at school • Battle over high school crossing guards divides Fairfax County leaders • Fairfax County prosecutor denies to lawmakers giving preferential treatment to those in US illegally • Fairfax Co. prosecutor, sheriff to testify on Capitol Hill whether preferential treatment given to defendants in US illegally • Va. governor concerned redistricting battle could make voters reluctant to cast ballot this fall • Homelessness in DC region rises slightly, new report finds • In Fairfax, Spanberger signs bills aimed at lowering healthcare costs for Virginians • Newborn baby found abandoned near Stafford County park, deputies say 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) • Local first-generation students earn their way to Georgetown, Holy Cross and UPenn • ‘Do your job!’: Jeers as Montgomery County Council members delay a budget vote • The Preakness is this weekend, but not at Pimlico Race Course • Arrest warrant issued for suspect in shooting at Cinco de Mayo celebration at Laurel restaurant • Driver sentenced to 10 years in birthday party hit-and-run that killed DC woman • They’re not horsing around: Saddle up for Preakness Day in Prince George’s Co. • DC Water CEO called to testify on Capitol Hill in investigation of Potomac Interceptor sewage spill • Laurel Park waited 114 years for the Preakness. It may be a farewell as much as a debut WUSA9 DC News (Read more) • 'We were promised this pot of gold' | Ward 7 neighbors pushback against plan to not build a new Metro station at DC's RFK site • White House official reveals new DC golf course design • Trucking company fights back against claims it left DC snow removal workers unpaid, points the finger at the District • Metro lost $50M in bus fare evasion alone in just 9 months • Smithsonian Castle to reopen temporarily for America 250 amid renovations • Smithsonian debuts museum-wide America 250 experience • DC police asking for public’s help after a woman was found shot to death in Southeast • 'Their loved ones will never be forgotten' | Vigil on the National Mall honors 363 fallen officers WTOP DC News (Read more) • DC students’ recovery from learning loss during the pandemic leads the nation • Local first-generation students earn their way to Georgetown, Holy Cross and UPenn • Design plans for East Potomac Golf Links renovation shared by Trump administration • In new lawsuit, Justice Department challenges efforts to sanction Trump administration lawyers • Revitalized part of DC gets new community park • DC Water CEO called to testify on Capitol Hill in investigation of Potomac Interceptor sewage spill • DC road closures, parking restrictions in effect for festival, America 250 event, graduation • Inside Southeast Sourdough, Anacostia’s fresh-milled bakery on the rise
