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December 1, 2025
‘It’s just heart wrenching’: Locals pay respects at makeshift memorial for fallen National Guard member
Flowers, flags, military challenge coins and stuffed animals were just some of the items that have left outside of the makeshift memorial honoring Specialist Sarah Beckstrom in Downtown D.C.
December 1, 2025
New rules go into effect for DC streateries
Created during the COVID-19 pandemic times, streateries were largely credited with saving local restaurants. Now, new rules governing the structures and new fees associated with them are what's forcing some business owners to make hard decisions.
December 1, 2025
Live updates: Admiral who ordered follow-up strike on alleged drug-carrying boat to brief lawmakers
Lawmakers from both parties have launched congressional reviews of U.S. military strikes against vessels suspected of smuggling drugs.
December 1, 2025
Flurries, sleet possible as wintry weather kicks off December in DC region
Morning wind chills will be around the 20s Monday, with afternoon wind chills in the 30s. However, Monday night into Tuesday could bring some light snow to the D.C. region.
December 1, 2025
Cutting back on social media has proven health benefits. Here are some tips
A recent study underscored the suggestion that taking a break from social media can be beneficial for your mental health — even if it's just for a short time.
December 1, 2025
DC police have been patrolling with National Guard. How long will it last?
D.C. police have started patrolling city streets with the National Guard, a change in the relationship between local and federal officials in the aftermath of last week's shooting.
December 1, 2025
Shopping online? Here’s how to stay scam free this holiday season
Planning to shop online this holiday season? Virginia Tech expert Murat Kantarcioglu has advice on safe shopping and avoiding scams.
December 1, 2025
Suspect walking on crutches helps group steal car in Anne Arundel County, police say
Was a man on crutches a key element of a bizarre carjacking that happened in the Laurel area of Anne Arundel County early last Friday morning? Police are still trying to sort that out.
December 1, 2025
Runners pound the pavement, devour fast food at first Taco Bell DC 50K
Hundreds of runners hit the road and ate burritos and tacos to take part in the first ever Taco Bell DC 50K.
December 1, 2025
Hyattsville police officer freed on unsecured bond after child sex abuse arrest
A city of Hyattsville, Maryland, police officer is free on unsecured bond Monday after being charged with sexually abusing a teenager late last month.
December 1, 2025
LIVE UPDATES: West Virginia governor gives updates since last week’s National Guard shooting
Two National Guard members were shot Wednesday afternoon near Farragut Square in Downtown D.C. in what officials called a targeted…
December 1, 2025
Tiny homes could address affordability challenge in Loudoun County, housing board says
Building tiny permanent homes in Loudoun County, Virginia could be part of the solution in creating affordable housing in the county, which is perpetually dubbed the wealthiest county in the United States based on median household income.
December 1, 2025
Pedestrian killed after being struck by bus, then truck in DC
D.C. police are searching for the driver of a truck that fled the scene of a crash where a pedestrian was killed on Wednesday.
December 1, 2025
Suspect in National Guard attack struggled with ‘dark isolation’ as community raised concerns
Emails obtained by The Associated Press reveal mounting warnings about the asylum-seeker whose erratic conduct raised alarms long before the attack that jolted the nation's capital on Wednesday, the eve of Thanksgiving.
December 1, 2025
DC Council member Janeese Lewis George announces she’s running for mayor
She's the first high profile candidate to enter the race since Mayor Muriel Bowser said she would not seek a fourth term.
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