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December 9, 2025
When is Prince William’s first day of school next year? How long is winter break? Find out here
The Prince William County School Board has approved the academic calendar for the 2026-27 school year, with students’ first day of school slated for Aug. 24, a Monday.
December 9, 2025
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December 9, 2025
Online shopping? How you pay makes a big difference, says consumer protection group
Chances are you're doing a lot of spending this holiday season, but there's a smaller chance you're giving much thought to how you're paying — a local consumers' group suggest you might want to take that detail into consideration. 
December 9, 2025
Have you heard of a bat-eared fox?
For the year's final "Matt About Town" installment at the zoo, we get up close and personal with 1-year-old Ziggy and 2-year-old Lando, two bat-eared foxes.
December 9, 2025
A new way to really track snowstorms that blow through the DC area
WTOP Traffic reporter Dave Dildine, known for his traffic reports, is bringing his passion for weather to life with the Snowzilla Gauge — a unique snow-measuring tool for D.C. winters.
December 9, 2025
Why those who have aggressive relationships with parents, friends as teenagers are aging faster
The aggression creates a level of stress and activation in the body that increases cortisol levels, makes digestion difficult, and reduces the quality of sleep, according to the University of Virginia professor who led the study.
December 9, 2025
Bezos fund donates $11.25M to fight homelessness in DC area
In all, the Bezos Day 1 Families Fund donated varying amounts of money to 32 different nonprofits nationwide that work in 20 states, plus D.C. and Guam. But the D.C. area and its nonprofit networks were well-represented on the list of grant awardees.
December 9, 2025
Justice Department sues Loudoun Co. School Board, citing religious discrimination in bathroom policy
The Justice Department said the school system applied a policy about the acceptance of gender ideology to two Christian and biologically male students, in violation of the 14th Amendment of the Constitution.
December 8, 2025
National Weather Service staffing shortages raise concerns as winter begins
As winter weather ramps up in intensity, the National Weather Service is working to fill critical roles, such as meteorologists, technical experts and scientists.
December 8, 2025
Who will lead DC police? Search for new chief begins
The D.C. police department is once again searching for a new chief who will lead the department following Pamela Smith's departure.
December 8, 2025
Missing 78-year-old Fairfax County man found dead inside submerged car
A 78-year-old Northern Virginia man, who was reported missing a week ago, has been found dead inside a submerged car in Fairfax County.
December 8, 2025
Kids at DC hospital get visit, holiday gifts from Washington Wizards players
Several members of the Washington Wizards made a visit to MedStar Georgetown University Hospital on Monday to spend time with the children who will be in the hospital for the holidays battling cancer and other serious diseases.
December 8, 2025
Quince Orchard wins 2nd consecutive Maryland 4A football state championship
Quince Orchard High School defeated Prince George’s County football powerhouse Henry A. Wise Jr. 26-21 in Maryland's 4A State Championship.
December 8, 2025
Smith’s tenure as DC police chief marked by drastic 2-year drop in crime
When Pamela Smith took over as police chief, D.C. was experiencing violence at levels not seen in more than 20 years. The city ended 2023 with 274 homicides, the highest number since 2002.
December 8, 2025
Arlington teacher named finalist for 2026 Grammy Award
Bill Podolski, director of choral activities at H-B Woodlawn Secondary Program in Virginia, has been teaching at the school for 18 years, working with over 100 students in the chorus program each day.
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