Local news feed from WUSA9 for the District of Columbia (Washington, DC).
2 firefighters hurt, 3 displaced after Southeast DC fire burns through 2-story house
February 8, 2026, 3:39 pm | Source
A fire burned through a two-story house in Southeast D.C. early Sunday morning, resulting in a Mayday distress call.
D.C. homeowner says snow pile blocked parking, forced her to leave home
February 8, 2026, 4:20 am | Source
A D.C. resident is forced to leave her home due to snow piled by a bobcat blocking parking.
March for Life rally among infection sites for confirmed measles cases in DC
February 7, 2026, 10:26 pm | Source
Health officials urge vigilance after confirming multiple measles cases in DC, potentially exposing attendees at several public venues.
Post-storm cleanup: DPW updates trash collection progress
February 7, 2026, 4:19 am | Source
The Department of Public Works is accelerating trash collection after a winter storm disrupted services.
2 arrested after shooting near Union Station
February 7, 2026, 3:41 am | Source
A nearby shooting wounds a teenager, drawing police and emergency vehicles to D.C.'s Union Station.
'Please continue to call' | DC officials urge residents to check on unhoused neighbors after 3 suspected hypothermia deaths
February 6, 2026, 10:40 pm | Source
At least two of the suspected cold-related deaths were unhoused people according to DC officials.
Legendary Washington quarterback Sonny Jurgensen dead at 91
February 6, 2026, 9:25 pm | Source
The Hall of Famer spent 11 seasons in the Burgundy & Gold.
Man accused of child sex abuse arrested while trying to board flight at Dulles Airport
February 6, 2026, 7:42 pm | Source
Nelvis Gonzalez Prudencio is accused of sexually abusing a family member who was younger than 12 years old at the time.
Man dies after being rescued from burning DC apartment
February 6, 2026, 5:48 pm | Source
DC firefighters say no other injuries were reported as a result of the blaze.
DC rum bar hosts Bad Bunny look-alike contest ahead of Super Bowl Sunday
February 6, 2026, 4:49 pm | Source
Here's what's on the line for all the Bad Bunnies in attendance.
DC Councilmember Charles Allen visits Museum Square Apartments after tenants say they have no working elevators
February 6, 2026, 4:28 am | Source
Allen says court actions against the property's management are pending.
Police charge three suspects in death of missing DC woman, Chyna Crawford
February 6, 2026, 12:29 am | Source
Despite the new charges, police are still asking for the public to come forward with information about Crawford's whereabouts.
Laid off WaPo employees urge readers to not cancel subscriptions while demanding better conditions
February 5, 2026, 11:49 pm | Source
The Washington Post cut one third of their staff on Wednesday.
Second man charged in connection to quadruple shooting that killed former Morgan State basketball player
February 5, 2026, 10:49 pm | Source
In March 2025, two men were arrested in connection with the shooting. The charges were later dropped for one of the two men.
Federal commission approves initial design concept for new RFK Stadium
February 5, 2026, 10:42 pm | Source
The National Capital Planning Commission approved the proposed design plans but asked the architects team to consider their suggestions surrounding parking, etc.
Beltway havoc leads to DC man’s arrest
February 5, 2026, 10:06 pm | Source
A DC man allegedly led police on a high-speed chase on the Beltway, crashing a stolen car.
2 men held without bond for 2023 quadruple shooting at Northeast DC hookah lounge
February 5, 2026, 7:08 pm | Source
Court records obtained by WUSA9 show a police investigation that used security camera footage and cellphone data to charge and arrest two men.
Chicago man charged with terrorism for deadly Capital Jewish Museum shooting
February 5, 2026, 4:16 pm | Source
Elias Rodriguez, 31, from Chicago, faced 13 criminal counts for allegedly shooting and killing Israeli Embassy staffers Yaron Lischinsky, 30, and Sarah Milgrim, 26.
DC drivers find creative ways to stake street parking spots after heavy snowfall, but DOT says it needs to stop
February 5, 2026, 2:56 pm | Source
DC's Department of Transportation says now that the snow emergency has ended, residents are strongly encouraged to remove any items from the street.
Trayon White wants to delay his bribery trial again
February 5, 2026, 1:11 pm | Source
The trial was initially set for Jan. 12, but the councilmember is asking it be moved to June 8.
RFK Stadium plans unveiled: DC residents seek 'local flavor' in new development
February 5, 2026, 4:12 am | Source
DC residents learned more about the RFK Stadium development, which promises 30% public space and improved Anacostia River access.
Former DC teacher’s aide accused of sticking hot sauce in non-verbal student’s mouth offered a plea deal
February 5, 2026, 2:09 am | Source
A DC teacher’s aide offered a plea deal after allegedly assaulting a non-verbal autistic student by placing hot sauce in his mouth.
'DC news is national news' | Major cuts to the Washington Post deliver a blow to local reporting in the capital region
February 4, 2026, 11:25 pm | Source
After weeks of rumors, The Washington Post laid off one-third of their staff on Wednesday.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre launches U.S. tour with opening stop at the Warner Theatre
February 4, 2026, 5:55 pm | Source
Alvin Ailey is set to perform under new leadership as Artistic Director Alicia Graf Mack takes the helm.
Metro honors Rosa Parks on her birthday with reserved seats on every bus and train
February 4, 2026, 5:27 pm | Source
This year also marks the 21st anniversary of Metro’s historic Rosa Parks bus.
‘I am grateful to be alive’ | National Guardsman who survived downtown DC shooting posts on social media
February 4, 2026, 3:15 pm | Source
In the aftermath of a tragic shooting in downtown DC that claimed one life, National Guardsman Andrew Wolfe shares his gratitude for surviving.
Let freedom rev | INDYCAR is coming to the National Mall
February 4, 2026, 2:54 pm | Source
Here's what racing fans need to know about the Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C.
DC's icy alleyways continue to delay trash collection
February 4, 2026, 11:04 am | Source
The city used Bobcats to clear alleys over the weekend, but some remain snow-covered.
Howard alumni step in after campus dining hall flooding
February 4, 2026, 4:30 am | Source
A burst pipe forced the closure of Howard University’s Bethune Annex dining hall, sending students to alternative options for meals.
Cars damaged by snow, ice at Shepherd Elementary School in DC
February 4, 2026, 4:21 am | Source
Snow and ice chaos led to damaged cars at Shepherd Elementary as first responders evacuated due to a gas odor.
Tiny senior dog thrown down trash chute at DC apartment building
February 3, 2026, 11:22 pm | Source
Miri’s Haven Senior Dog Rescue said Apple is disabled and was severely neglected and malnourished.
DC officials push back on GOP bill targeting the city's tax code
February 3, 2026, 11:04 pm | Source
The House proposal would block the DC Council's decision to divorce from the Trump administration's federal tax cuts.
Person found dead on ice over Potomac River
February 3, 2026, 7:57 pm | Source
It is unknown at this time how the person got onto the ice.
Franchise legend Ryan Kerrigan departs as Commanders staff shakeup begins
February 3, 2026, 5:58 pm | Source
Jason Simmons heads to Pittsburgh and Marcus Dixon joins a rival, forcing Daronte Jones to dig deep for his new defensive staff.
Stay off the icy Potomac River, DC Harbormaster warns
February 3, 2026, 5:35 pm | Source
Our area rarely produces ice of the quality and thickness necessary for outdoor recreation.
Congress to vote on resolution overturning DC tax code
February 3, 2026, 2:18 pm | Source
DC decoupled the local taxes from the federal tax code to avoid millions of dollars in lost revenue. But House Republicans are pushing a disapproval resolution.
DC public schools employee arrested for child pornography
February 3, 2026, 1:40 pm | Source
Dandre Eric Davis worked as a student activities coordinator at Luke C. Moore Opportunities Academy.
Viral video shows pipe burst at Howard University dining hall
February 3, 2026, 1:34 pm | Source
The video shows dark liquid pouring into the university's Bethune Annex Cafe.
Firefighters rescue cat from rowhouse blaze in DC
February 3, 2026, 11:55 am | Source
Crews are still working to determine the cause of the fire.
Residents in Ward 8 say snow plows bypassed their neighborhood
February 3, 2026, 4:34 am | Source
Residents of the Fairlawn neighborhood in Southeast said they had not seen a single snow plow pass through their streets days after last weekend’s snowstorm.
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