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Driver dead after being shot by Prince George’s County police officer in Suitland
August 22, 2026, 9:39 pm | Source
The Maryland Attorney General's office is investigating after a Prince George’s County officer fatally shot a man in Suitland, police report.
Attorney for Virginia man attacked by ICE details incident, gives update on his current condition
August 22, 2026, 3:22 am | Source
Jose Mejia Hernandez is accusing U.S. Immigration and Enforcement officers of brutally attacking him while attempting to arrest him Aug. 11.
Bat, skunk test positive for rabies in Charles County
August 22, 2026, 3:17 am | Source
The Charles County Department of Health and Charles County Animal Control are hosting a free drive-thru rabies clinic on Sunday for dogs, cats and ferrets.
Bowie man shot mother of his children during argument over back-to-school supplies, court documents say
August 22, 2026, 3:13 am | Source
Multiple children were inside the home at the time of the shooting. The woman remains in critical condition.
Gas company did not contribute to deadly Annapolis house explosion, investigators say
August 21, 2026, 11:59 pm | Source
The propane company that was at the home earlier in the day to fill a tank did not contribute to the deadly explosion, according to investigators.
WMATA pulls commemorative Freedom 250 Grand Prix Smart Trip cards after finding defect
August 21, 2026, 11:03 pm | Source
WMATA says a defect is causing the commemorative fare cards to be unusable.
'You know what I want' | Man accused of disturbing home invasion in DC's Kalorama neighborhood
August 21, 2026, 11:01 pm | Source
Court documents offer chilling details of an attempted sexual assault on an 18-year-old woman.
'Road Shark' operation | Fairfax County Police issued 16,235 citations and warnings in 7 days
August 21, 2026, 11:00 pm | Source
Between Aug. 10 and Aug. 16, officers issued 16,235 citations and warnings as part of the county's Road Shark initiative.
Why 40 goats are taking over an Alexandria park this September
August 21, 2026, 10:56 pm | Source
Dozens of goats and sheep will spend up to 10 days clearing invasive vegetation from a difficult-to-reach hillside at All Veterans Park.
Maryland Zoo plans to remove its last female African elephant from the facility to create a 'bachelor herd.' Here's why.
August 21, 2026, 10:09 pm | Source
According to the Maryland Zoo, the move will benefit the African elephant population across North America by opening up space at zoos that have breeding-age females.
Fairfax County students learn how to respond to school bus emergencies in bus patrol program
August 21, 2026, 9:05 pm | Source
The training puts students through several simulated emergency scenarios, including evacuating a smoke-filled bus and an overturned bus.
Protest Pizza damaged in break-in
August 21, 2026, 9:02 pm | Source
Owners shared a photo of a smashed front door on social media, saying someone took less than $100 on Thursday night.
Freedom 250 Grand Prix brings IndyCar fans from around the world to DC
August 21, 2026, 8:57 pm | Source
The race is the final major event marking the nation’s 250th birthday, with practices and qualifying Saturday and 147-lap race Sunday.
Manassas man charged after trying to enter police station while allegedly impersonating officer
August 21, 2026, 7:09 pm | Source
Police say the man tried to enter a secured area of the Prince William County Police Department's Central District Station.
National fight over license plate cameras hits DC region as Flock faces lawsuits and local protest
August 21, 2026, 4:13 pm | Source
Amid growing concerns over privacy, lawsuits, protests, and a new Virginia law spark debate on the use of automated license plate readers tracking vehicles.
17-year-old boy arrested for Mount Pleasant double shooting
August 21, 2026, 3:05 pm | Source
The shooting sent a man and a 16-year-old boy to the hospital back in April.
Freedom 250 Grand Prix teases 7 flyovers and an appearance by President Trump
August 21, 2026, 2:55 pm | Source
The events for the IndyCar street race along the National Mall are scheduled to take place Aug. 22-23.
Capitol Police allowed to return to headquarters after evacuation for suspicious vehicle
August 21, 2026, 12:30 pm | Source
A suspicious vehicle was found in the D Street Tunnel. A suspicious package was also found at the Federal Judiciary Building.
Rendered beef fat and rain shut down two lanes along I-70 after crash in Maryland
August 21, 2026, 3:47 am | Source
A tractor-trailer crashed, spilling what officials originally reported as sugar across the roadway.
Chuck Brown's family removes support from annual birthday celebration in DC
August 21, 2026, 3:25 am | Source
"[W]e no longer believe the event reflects the level of collaboration, respect, and stewardship that Chuck Brown's legacy deserves," the family said.
Gas company refilled tank an hour before deadly Annapolis house explosion
August 21, 2026, 3:23 am | Source
AACFD investigators say a gas company had been on-site filling the tank an hour before the house exploded.
Police arrest suspect connected to domestic shooting in Bowie
August 21, 2026, 3:19 am | Source
Bowie Police are investigating a possible domestic-related shooting after finding a woman with gunshot wounds on Myrtle Avenue on Thursday evening.
ICE detainer lodged against man accused of killing Northern Virginia mother in Great Falls Park
August 21, 2026, 3:15 am | Source
Police say Alexis Antonio Cedillos-Campos, 19, confessed to the murder of Carmen Lizet Puch, 42. Police say they had an "intimate relationship."
Alexandria expands school zone speed camera program as classes resume
August 21, 2026, 2:11 am | Source
No tickets will be issued Friday as Alexandria tests school zone speed cameras before classes resume next week.
DC amphitheater reopens with concerts for 3 nights only after years of funding struggles
August 21, 2026, 12:09 am | Source
The Carter Barron Amphitheater in Rock Creek Park is reopening with a temporary stage after structural concerns closed the historic venue in 2017.
Woman found guilty of manslaughter after man killed by Metro train while trying to escape her
August 20, 2026, 10:46 pm | Source
Jamaya Burch, 19, was convicted of involuntary manslaughter and assault in the death of James Lynt, who was struck by a train while attempting to escape Burch.
Maryland woman accused of murdering her 2 children enters insanity plea
August 20, 2026, 10:29 pm | Source
Catherine Hoggle was accused of first-degree murder for the deaths of her two children. Her defense said she is not guilty by reason of insanity.
Shooting suspect steals victim's car in Prince George's, caught in police chase in DC
August 20, 2026, 9:21 pm | Source
Multiple police jurisdictions were involved in locating the suspect.
Ashburn homeowners say fighting a Dominion power line could cost them hundreds of thousands of dollars
August 20, 2026, 9:19 pm | Source
Dominion Energy explains compensation process in response to WUSA9 when land is taken for power lines as neighbors brace for costly legal battle
St. Mary's County unveils new school zone speed cameras to enhance student safety
August 20, 2026, 8:40 pm | Source
New traffic cameras are launching near schools to enhance safety by deterring speeding. A warning phase starts Aug. 24, with fines issued starting Sept. 23.
MISSING: Police search for 13-year-old last seen in Northeast DC
August 20, 2026, 3:41 pm | Source
Have you seen Gabriella Terrell?
Popular Silver Spring restaurant Mi Rancho closed indefinitely due to roof fire
August 20, 2026, 3:36 pm | Source
The family-owned Tex-Mex restaurant has been open since 1990.
Arlington Memorial Bridge intermittently closing Thursday ahead of Freedom 250 Grand Prix
August 20, 2026, 1:27 pm | Source
From 10 a.m. to noon, the bridge and several streets nearby will be shut down.
Beltway inner loop crash causing 'major delays' in Prince George's County
August 20, 2026, 11:23 am | Source
A multi-vehicle crash has spilled debris on the road, leading to a significant slowdown near Landover Road.
After months of turmoil, RUSH bar officially evicted from 14th Street building
August 20, 2026, 3:59 am | Source
An eviction notice states that the bar has not paid rent since July 2025. The business has faced issues for months, with many employees saying they were never paid.
DC police arrest 12-year-old for murder of 13-year-old Ahmad Mims
August 20, 2026, 3:27 am | Source
D.C. police have charged a 12-year-old boy with voluntary manslaughter in the shooting death of Ahmad Mims.
'Is this the new normal?' | Virginia lawmakers demand FBI Investigation into ICE encounter with Carolina Molina
August 20, 2026, 3:19 am | Source
On Wednesday, Carolina Molina met with Democratic lawmakers at the US Capitol.
2-month-old baby girl's death ruled a homicide, DC police say
August 20, 2026, 2:47 am | Source
The Office of the Medical Examiner says the cause of death appears to be blunt force trauma.
9 people, including 7 minors, pepper-sprayed over parking space in Northeast DC
August 20, 2026, 2:25 am | Source
A dispute over a parking space led to a pepper spray incident in Northeast D.C., police say. The investigation is ongoing.
Great Falls suspected stabber had 'intimate' relationship with woman killed
August 20, 2026, 12:10 am | Source
Police say Alexis Antonio Cedillos-Campos confessed to killing 42-year-old Carmen Lizet Puch.
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