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February 13, 2026
Brazilian au pair sentenced to 10 years in prison for role in Fairfax County double murder
The Brazilian au pair who plotted with her lover to kill his wife and another man in Herndon, Virginia, in 2023 was sentenced Friday to 10 years in prison.
February 13, 2026
Massive sewage spill into Potomac River: What’s in the water, and will risk rise as ice melts?
Questions are being raised about whether D.C. is downplaying the health risks and ongoing environmental damage caused by a sewage pipe that ruptured, sending millions of gallons of wastewater in the Potomac River.
February 13, 2026
What’s open and what’s closed in the DC region for Presidents Day 2026
Presidents Day celebrates the Founding Fathers of our country — particularly George Washington, America's first president. With the holiday comes closures.
February 13, 2026
Congressional hearing in Northern Virginia spotlights impact of deep government cuts
Several Democratic members of the House Oversight Committee held a hearing in Fairfax County, Virginia, on Thursday, taking a broad look at the impact DOGE had on the federal government.
February 13, 2026
Chinatown Coalition brings expanded Lunar New Year celebrations to DC
D.C.’s Chinatown neighborhood is gearing up for an expanded lineup of events to welcome the Lunar New Year.
February 13, 2026
A Maryland bill could limit cases where juveniles are automatically charged as adults
The Maryland House Judiciary Committee heard from both sides on a bill that would change the conditions for automatically charging juveniles as adults for certain crimes.
February 13, 2026
DC mayor warns of imminent tough budget cycle as costs rise, revenue stays modest
During a morning session with council members Tuesday, Bowser and other city leaders said while revenue has been modest, costs are soaring.
February 13, 2026
U.Md. researcher looking into how frequently you fart
How often do you fart? New research suggests the answer is probably more often than you think, and knowing that number actually has scientific value.
February 12, 2026
Gov. Moore dismisses Trump’s ‘not worthy’ snub: ‘I will bow down to no one’
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore shrugged off President Trump's comment that he was "not worthy" to attend an annual White House dinner.
February 12, 2026
DC United proposes new soccer stadium, academy project in Baltimore
D.C. United is looking to expand its reach to Baltimore, Maryland, proposing a new stadium for multiple teams and a youth academy in the Charm City.
February 12, 2026
Valentine’s rush has florists juggling last‑minute orders and rising costs
Florists across the D.C. region are hustling as Valentine’s Day approaches this weekend, and many are feeling the pressure that comes with a surge of last‑minute orders.
February 12, 2026
Lane and ramp closings on the Roosevelt Bridge start this weekend
If you use the Roosevelt Bridge connecting D.C. and Virginia, get ready for lane closings that will last for months, including the ramp from eastbound Route 50 to the bridge.
February 12, 2026
Was DC’s snowstorm response adequate?
Weeks after a winter storm brought a mix of snow and sleet to the D.C. region, Mayor Muriel Bowser touted the city's ability to get schools reopened and roads cleared.
February 12, 2026
Police identify mother killed in DC shooting that wounded 10-year-old girl
D.C. police have identified the woman who was killed in a shooting Wednesday that left a young girl wounded and set off a search for a missing 3-year-old boy.
February 12, 2026
Arlington man breaks ultramarathon record racing across the world
Only one runner, Michael Wardian, a 51-year-old from Arlington, Virginia, holds the record for the fastest time accomplishing the feat.
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