Washington, D.C.

Washington Post reporter’s home searched by FBI in classified documents probe, newspaper says

FBI agents searched the home of a Washington Post reporter as part of an investigation into a government contractor accused of taking home classified material, the newspaper reported.

January 14, 2026 11:35am EST

DC man charged with murder in death of MPD Officer Terry Bennett

A Washington, D.C. man has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder while armed in the vehicular death of Metropolitan Police Department Officer Terry Bennett, federal prosecutors announced.

January 10, 2026 5:09pm EST

3 Pa. Republicans join House Dems to extend ACA subsidies

Seventeen Republicans voted with all House Democrats to pass an ACA extension on Thursday.

January 8, 2026 7:07pm EST

Trump claims US will 'run' Venezuela after Maduro captured

The United States carried out a large-scale strike in Venezuela early Saturday, President Donald Trump said.

January 3, 2026 9:09pm EST

Lawyers demand evidence of alleged DC pipe bomber's confession

Cole's lawyers have filed a request for the prosecution to provide evidence of his confession, including any recordings.

December 29, 2025 8:19pm EST

Maryland congresswoman introduces two bills to overturn renaming of Kennedy Center

On Tuesday, Congresswoman April McClain Delaney introduced two pieces of legislation to overturn the attempt to add President Donald Trump's name to the John F.

December 23, 2025 1:44pm EST

2025 Holiday Shipping Deadlines: USPS, FedEx, UPS important dates to remember

With the holidays right around the corner, you need to be sure to mail packages early to ensure on-time delivery. Keep these essential 2025 shipping deadlines in mind from USPS, FedEx, and UPS to ensure your cards and gifts reach their destinations in time for Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa and other holidays.

December 23, 2025 9:58am EST

Donald Trump's name added to Kennedy Center day after renaming vote

Democratic leaders have called the move illegal, and that Congress is the only body that can change the center's name.

December 19, 2025 11:37am EST

Trump gives fed workers off on Christmas Eve, December 26

On Thursday, President Donald Trump signed an executive order to give federal workers off on December 24 and December 26 this year, creating a five-day holiday break.

December 19, 2025 8:33am EST

The 'Patriot Games': What we know about Trump's proposed high school athletic competition

President Donald Trump has announced a first-of-its-kind high school athletic event coming to the nation's capital to commemorate the 250th birthday of the nation.

December 18, 2025 8:29pm EST

Trump signs executive order to reclassify marijuana as less dangerous drug

President Donald Trump Thursday signed an executive order that would move marijuana out of its current Schedule I classification.

December 18, 2025 2:19pm EST

Kennedy Center Board votes to rename facility after Donald Trump

The Kennedy Center Board voted Thursday to rename the facility, at least partially, after President Donald Trump.

December 18, 2025 1:50pm EST

President Trump's address: What time, how to watch?

President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday that he will deliver a primetime address from the White House on Wednesday, Dec. 17 at 9 p.m.

December 16, 2025 6:11pm EST

FIFA to unveil when, where all 104 World Cup 2026 matches will be played on Saturday

FIFA will unveil the updated match schedule for the FIFA World Cup 2026 in a live global broadcast from Washington, D.C. on Saturday, Dec. 6 at 12 p.m. The reveal comes nearly 24 hours after the Final Draw determines the tournament’s 12 groups of four.

December 5, 2025 10:59am EST

FIFA World Cup 2026 Draw: What time, how to watch & more

The eyes of the soccer world will turn to Washington, D.C. today as the city hosts the official draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The event marks a major moment ahead of the largest World Cup in history, which will feature 48 teams playing 104 matches across three countries.

December 5, 2025 9:15am EST