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January 25, 2026
The latest: Maryland’s emergency declaration approved by FEMA ahead of storm
A colossal winter storm could bring significant snow and icy conditions over the weekend in the D.C. area, where preparations…
January 25, 2026
Winter Storm: Snowfall continues, sleet and ice to coat DC region Sunday afternoon
Nearly a foot of snow and sleet will coat the D.C. region this weekend. But it won't be a winter wonderland.
January 24, 2026
DC region utility companies ready resources for possible storm-related power outages
After the immediate snow, the bigger concern will be the freezing rain and ice that is expected to form on tree branches and power lines that could bring them down and potentially leave you in the dark.
January 24, 2026
How DC makes enough brine to keep city roads safe for winter weather
Cornelious Phillips watched on Thursday afternoon as brine made its way onto trucks in Northeast D.C., as part of a process he’s been a part of for over a decade.
January 24, 2026
Bowie Mayor Tim Adams breaks inclusivity barrier as newest member of Prince George’s County Council
Adams is a longtime CEO of a defense contracting company headquartered in Prince George's County and a former chairperson and member of the Bowie State University Foundation, which provides scholarships to students.
January 24, 2026
Does keeping the US Capitol clear of snow for Congress add pressure?
The Senate is scheduled to return into session Monday and lawmakers won't have much time to act on final legislation to avoid a partial government shutdown Jan. 30.
January 24, 2026
‘We’re gonna make so many snowmen’: What DC-area residents love about snow days
It’s been a decade since the D.C. region received the amount of snow forecast to fall over the next 24 to 36 hours. WTOP hit the streets to see how some residents are looking to spend their snow day.
January 24, 2026
Montgomery Co. Council President Fani-González supports statewide ban on local agreements with ICE
The 287(g) program allows local law enforcement agencies to assist with federal immigration enforcement; county does not participate.
January 24, 2026
DC’s hypothermia shelters give its homeless community a lifeline during winter storm
Under a cold alert, D.C. assists its homeless community by increasing the amount of shelter access during “hypothermic weather conditions.”
January 24, 2026
How Fairfax Co. cleans up 10.8 million square feet of pavement after winter weather
Fairfax County crews are gearing up for this weekend’s winter storm with a finely tuned, tiered response plan.
January 24, 2026
Shoppers prepare for DC’s biggest snowstorm in a decade
Supermarkets across Maryland, Virginia and D.C. were packed as people prepared for the biggest snowstorm in a decade. So, how did folks fare?
January 24, 2026
WTOP’s new app keeps you in the know, on the go
Here at WTOP, we are always working on new ways to better inform you, help you navigate your day and empower you to make decisions affecting your daily life. With the newly relaunched WTOP News app, we hope to accomplish just that.
January 23, 2026
Massive sewage spill flowing into Potomac River upstream from Washington
A massive pipe that moves millions of gallons of sewage has ruptured and sent wastewater flowing into the Potomac River northwest of Washington D.C., polluting it ahead of a major winter storm that has repair crews scrambling.
January 23, 2026
Recap: Defense digs in on digital evidence in ‘au pair affair’ trial
During a discussion of jury instructions without the jury present, defense attorney John Carroll told Chief Judge Penney Azcarate and Fairfax County prosecutors that his client will testify.
January 23, 2026
Winter storm warning ahead for DC region with bitter cold, heavy snow, ice possible
A wild weekend of winter weather is kicking off in the D.C. region with a blast of arctic air Friday night, which will be followed by a massive winter storm approaching from the west.
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