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March 1, 2026
1 dead, 3 injured in Manassas car crash
A woman was killed and three people were injured in a head-on collision car accident on Saturday in Manassas, Virginia.
March 1, 2026
2 cats dead after fire at Woodbridge apartment building
The Occoquan-Woodbridge-Lorton Volunteer Fire Department said first responders were alerted to the 12700 block of Wood Hollow Drive on Friday by a neighbor who reported seeing "black smoke" coming from the building.
March 1, 2026
After a warmer weekend, winter weather returns to the DC-area this week
Winter's chilly temperatures are expected to return to the D.C. area on Monday with a wintry mix.
March 1, 2026
Mixed reactions on the National Mall as US, Israel strike Iran 
Protesters and visitors filled the National Mall as crowds reacted to the U.S. operation in Iran, sharing concerns while enjoying a clear spring day.
February 28, 2026
Pilot killed after plane crashes in St. Mary’s County woods
St. Mary's County police say an aircraft crashed in the woods Saturday morning in Hollywood, Maryland, killing the pilot.
February 28, 2026
ANALYSIS: The US and Israel attack Iran, pushing the region to the edge
The trigger was unmistakable and thunderous: Joint U.S. and Israeli military strikes on Iran targeted key military infrastructure and, crucially, leadership-linked sites in Tehran and beyond.
February 28, 2026
‘It’s just so expensive’: Locals say prices of manicures, magazines, red meat make them too high to buy
On Friday, the Labor Department announced that prices rose 2.9% since January 2025. With certain goods and services costing more, some believe they are now too high to buy.
February 28, 2026
Congress reacts to US’ role in the strikes against Iran
As Republicans praise President Donald Trump for taking military action against Iran, Democrats are demanding Congress provide authorization for the attack and a more detailed explanation of its ultimate goals.
February 28, 2026
‘Knowledge doesn’t die’: On Black History Month’s 100th anniversary, new attacks echo old erasures
This year marks the 100th anniversary of Negro History Week, the 1926 commemoration that eventually expanded in 1976 into Black History Month.
February 28, 2026
How searching for World Cup tickets led to Alexandria becoming a FIFA base camp
What started as a happy accident led to a top-10-ranked international soccer team naming Alexandria, Virginia, as its base camp during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
February 28, 2026
How much exercise is enough? A local doctor says you only need 15 minutes a day
Exercise is part of a healthy lifestyle and its benefits are well known and have been for a long time. What is only recently proven by doctors is just how much exercise makes a difference for one’s longevity.
February 28, 2026
Maryland judge denies sentence reduction in 1982 murder case
Roberta Roper, whose daughter was killed in 1982, tells WTOP how the experience led to her work toward victims' rights.
February 28, 2026
DC invites small businesses to be part of the RFK redevelopment project
D.C. is inviting small local businesses to be a part of the redevelopment of the RFK stadium site, as work to build the new stadium complex progresses.
February 27, 2026
Gas explosion in Calverton sends 1 to hospital, brings down power line
A gas leak exploded in an open field in Calverton, Maryland, on Friday night, sending one person to the hospital and taking down a power line.
February 27, 2026
Woman buys home in Centreville days before nearby gas explosion 
Jenna Jensen, a teacher in Fairfax County Public Schools, moved into her new home on Buggy Whip Drive on February 13. Shortly after, she learned about a tragic incident near her house.
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