Local news feed from WUSA9 for the District of Columbia (Washington, DC).
DC Council to hear public opinions on proposed school cellphone ban
March 25, 2025, 12:40 pm | Source
The DC Council is holding a public hearing to give the community a chance to voice their opinion on the in-classroom ban.
Vandalized Teslas being investigated as hate/bias crimes by DC Police
March 25, 2025, 12:20 pm | Source
Police are looking for a man and a woman who allegedly wrote politically charged messages on Teslas around the District.
Armed suspects steal ATM in DC
March 25, 2025, 11:45 am | Source
DC Police are searching for a white Ford pickup after an ATM was stolen from a liquor store.
'We Demand Change' | New mural honoring Parkland victim unveiled in DC
March 25, 2025, 11:12 am | Source
Just under a mile from the White House, the mural urges policymakers to take bold action against gun violence.
Weather Timeline: When Tuesday showers will impact your plans
March 25, 2025, 2:51 am | Source
Tuesday will start off nice and dry before some wet weather returns in the afternoon.
DC violence intervention programs face merger amid corruption concerns
March 24, 2025, 9:26 pm | Source
Councilmember Pinto's "Peace DC" aims to unify violence prevention programs despite bribery concerns at the Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement.
'Nazis got better treatment' | Divided DC Circuit questions Trump's use of war time powers to conduct immediate deportations
March 24, 2025, 9:16 pm | Source
A three-judge panel of the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals will decide whether a lower judge's order blocking deportations under the Alien Enemies Act will stand.
Celebrating federal workers at L'Enfant Plaza
March 24, 2025, 3:06 pm | Source
Federal workers were honored for their essential roles.
NEW VIDEO: Protests at Georgetown University in support of Badar Khan Suri
March 24, 2025, 1:18 pm | Source
He is currently being held at a detention center in Louisiana.
New legislation intended to promote peace in DC
March 24, 2025, 12:47 pm | Source
Pinto wants to combat crime with a mix of policing and community programs.
2 men held without bond for 2023 quadruple shooting at Northeast DC hookah lounge
March 24, 2025, 9:55 am | Source
Court records obtained by WUSA9 show a police investigation that used security camera footage and cellphone data to charge and arrest two men.
Two men shot in Northwest D.C., police locate crime scene on Connecticut Avenue
March 23, 2025, 10:21 pm | Source
Police say two men were shot early Sunday in Northwest D.C. Detectives found the crime scene on Connecticut Avenue. Both victims are recovering.
Man grazed by bullet in Southeast D.C. shooting, police search for clues
March 23, 2025, 10:01 pm | Source
An adult male is recovering after being grazed by a bullet early Sunday in Southeast D.C.
Survey: Nearly half of full-service casual restaurants in DC at risk of closing this year
March 23, 2025, 4:21 pm | Source
The Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington survey shows a bleak future for casual restaurants in the District.
Japan announces gift of 250 more cherry blossoms for 2026 DC festival
March 23, 2025, 1:44 am | Source
And the free event wasn't just diplomacy, there were also performers from tap dancers, puppeteers, JPop singers and traditional drum performers.
Video shows violent dispute over $8 wings at Northwest DC restaurants
March 22, 2025, 11:59 pm | Source
People who work at the Crab Plug on Georgia Avenue NW say a woman who was a disgruntled customer smashed their front door and windows.
2 men charged with murdering former Morgan State basketball player to be held without bond
March 22, 2025, 9:54 pm | Source
Police charged Cotey Wynn, 44 and Antwan Shelton, 41 with first degree murder.
'Incredibly troublesome' | Judge probes limits of president's power under Alien Enemies Act as DOJ defends immediate deportations
March 21, 2025, 9:08 pm | Source
U.S. District Judge James Boasberg said President Donald Trump's use of wartime powers under an 18th century law was "unprecedented."
'A classic pill mill' | Doctor convicted of running opioids-for-cash scheme out of DC office
March 21, 2025, 7:30 pm | Source
Dr. Ndubuisi Joseph Okafor, of Maryland, was convicted on nearly two dozen felony counts for selling opioid prescriptions for cash.
Goyanes bids farewell to Woolly Mammoth during its anniversary
March 21, 2025, 5:30 pm | Source
She's heading to the Big Apple for her next adventure!
Women transform DC's streets on new beautification team
March 21, 2025, 2:09 pm | Source
This Women's History Month, D.C. is celebrating women in non-traditional roles, like their sanitation team.
Cherry Blossom Festival's Kicks for Kids returns
March 21, 2025, 1:59 pm | Source
The program empowers students to design their own unique sneakers inspired by the cherry blossoms.
Howard University women’s basketball team continues to make history as they host WNIT Tournament Game
March 21, 2025, 4:32 am | Source
The excitement builds in the district as Howard University's women’s basketball team host a postseason game on campus Friday.
'They stomped on her with cleats!' | High school flag football game ends in brawl on the field
March 21, 2025, 4:23 am | Source
DC Police responded to Ballou High School after a flag football brawl left students injured.
Judge blocks deportation of Georgetown researcher arrested by ICE over alleged Hamas support
March 21, 2025, 3:05 am | Source
The Department of Homeland Security says Dr. Badar Khan Suri was arrested and designated for deportation for allegedly spreading "Hamas propaganda."
Police identify child in found Northeast DC who is nonverbal
March 21, 2025, 2:15 am | Source
Police believe the child is between 11 and 13 years old.
This is how many more goals Alex Ovechkin needs to break Wayne Gretzky's NHL goals record
March 21, 2025, 1:24 am | Source
Could the Washington Capitals player break the record this season?
'It’s a pretty special time of year' | National Mall officials say peak bloom of cherry blossom season is right on schedule
March 21, 2025, 12:17 am | Source
This is a special time of year for the more than 1 million people who will visit the Tidal Basin to see the cherry blossoms.
Some residents threaten to stop paying rent until elevators are fixed at luxury apartment building
March 20, 2025, 11:54 pm | Source
WUSA9 first reported on the issues In January, when a man who relies on a wheelchair had to drag himself up and down the stairs to get around the building.
WUSA9 explores impact of President Trump's executive order on federal workforce
March 20, 2025, 10:30 pm | Source
Larry Miller reports on President Trump's efforts to dismantle the Department of Education, affecting hundreds of jobs.
3 puppies die, 4 people displaced from DC house fire
March 20, 2025, 9:59 pm | Source
Members were able to successfully resuscitate three of the six puppies. Unfortunately, the other three did not survive.
9+ places to see the cherry blossoms in DC outside of the Tidal Basin
March 20, 2025, 4:27 pm | Source
The Tidal Basin isn't the only place to view the blooming trees. Here's where else to try.
DC cherry blossoms: Remember to take care of the trees, arborist says
March 20, 2025, 1:31 pm | Source
The National Cherry Blossom Festival kicks off Thursday, as the trees are halfway to peak bloom.
'Smart Bins' introduced by DC offer Washingtonians 24/7 compost disposal
March 20, 2025, 1:15 pm | Source
Many Washingtonians took to Reddit on Wednesday to post their questions about the new bins and discuss the food waste initiative.
Budget cuts to Harriet Tubman Elementary spark concern in Northwest DC
March 20, 2025, 3:28 am | Source
Kindergarten teacher Nasya Bethea, who has worked at the school for 10 years, is concerned about the effect on her job and the quality of education.
DC Circulator buses hit auction block with bids starting at $1,000
March 19, 2025, 10:36 pm | Source
It's been just three months since the bus routes were fully discontinued.
Judge blasts DOGE's 'strongarm' tactics, but won't block takeover of US Institute of Peace
March 19, 2025, 10:26 pm | Source
U.S. District Judge Beryl A. Howell said she was "offended" by how employees of the Department of Government Efficiency treated USIP employees.
U.S. Institute of Peace caught up in a DOGE battle
March 19, 2025, 10:19 pm | Source
The Department of Government Efficiency gained access to the USIP headquarters in Washington, D.C. on Monday night.
DC firefighter pays tribute to midair collision victims with original song, '67 Souls'
March 19, 2025, 9:51 pm | Source
Jim Mazzara has played with the DC Firefighter Emerald Society Pipes and Drums since its inception in 2002
Bloom watch: DC's cherry blossoms have hit stage 3 with extension of florets
March 19, 2025, 9:42 pm | Source
NPS says that D.C.'s iconic cherry blossoms are expected to reach peak bloom this year sometime between March 28 and March 31.
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