Report of active shooter at Senate building may have been 'bogus call,' Capitol Police chief says
A report of a possible active shooter near the U.S. Senate Buildings Wednesday afternoon prompted shelter-in-place orders and evacuations by U.S. Capitol Police. Officials now say all buildings have been cleared and there is no threat.
Report: Radio host fired after making 'Barbie' comment about female news anchor at Commanders training camp
A host with the Washington Commanders radio partner was fired after allegedly making disparaging comments about a female news anchor during training camp, according to a report from The Washington Post.
Armed suspect arrested outside Obama's DC residence indicted on 6 counts; 4 in relation to Jan 6 riot
Taylor Taranto, the suspect arrested near former President Obama's residence last month, was indicted on Friday in a Washington, D.C., court.
Cocaine found at White House after mysterious substance prompts evacuation
A suspicious substance that prompted a brief evacuation of the White House on Sunday was tested and found to be cocaine.
Pregnant model gunned down in DC hoped to flee crime-ridden city, mom says
Celia Gill, mother of murdered D.C. model Samya Gill, discusses her daughter's legacy and her granddaughter who survived the murder and was born by emergency C-section.
Pregnant woman shot dead in DC; baby in critical condition: police
A manhunt continues for the gunmen who shot and killed a pregnant woman in Washington, D.C. Thursday while she sat in a parked car.
Senate gives final approval to debt ceiling deal, sending it to Biden
Fending off a U.S. default, the Senate gave final approval to a debt ceiling and budget cuts package.
Woman who threatened Nancy Pelosi with hanging during Jan. 6 Capitol riot sentenced to over 2 years in prison
The judge who sentenced 55-year-old Pauline Bauer on Tuesday convicted her of riot-related charges in January after hearing trial testimony without a jury.
Saugus HS band prepares for Memorial Day performance in DC
Some of the students in the band were freshmen back during the 2019 school shooting. Now, days before their graduation, they're marching in the national Memorial Day Parade in Washington, D.C.
Violent taco rampage caught on camera at D.C. Chipotle
A man went on a violent rampage inside a Chipotle in Northwest D.C. – and the whole thing was caught on camera.
10-year-old DC girl dies 3 days after being shot in family's car
Police have confirmed 10-year-old Arianna Davis succumbed to her injuries Wednesday evening and died in a local hospital.
Paris Hilton visits DC to introduce bill, details abuse at 'troubled teen' facility
Paris Hilton is taking her own childhood experiences and using them for a purpose to advocate for reforms in the troubled teen industry.
The Issue Is: Mike Pence, Arnold Schwarzenegger, stars of 'Star Trek: Picard'
This week, one of the most star-studded episodes in “The Issue Is” history, an episode that takes us from the streets of Brentwood to the halls of power in Washington D.C. to the deepest corners of space, the final frontier.
Toddler crawls through White House fence
A toddler on Tuesday earned the title of one of the tiniest White House intruders after he squeezed through the metal fencing on the north side of the executive mansion.
Multiple people shot following funeral for homicide victim in Northeast DC
Police say four people were shot following a funeral for a homicide victim on Benning Rd. in Northeast D.C. Tuesday afternoon.
Damar Hamlin pushes for AED access in Washington, D.C.
The Buffalo Bills player is teaming up with families and legislators to keep kids safe with access to automated external defibrillators (AEDs).
Senate GOP leader Mitch McConnell remains in hospital after concussion
The Kentucky senator, who's 81, was attending a private dinner in Washington when he tripped and fell and remains hospitalized “for a few days of observation and treatment.”
DC police formed specialized team to confiscate illegal ATVs and Dirt Bikes
With the recent warm weather, some people in the District are claiming more illegal ATVs and dirt bikes have been popping up in certain parts of the city.
DOJ: Trump can be sued by those injured during Jan. 6 Capitol riot
The Justice Department says former President Donald Trump can be sued by injured Capitol Police officers and Democratic lawmakers over the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection at the U.S. Capitol.
White student sues Howard University for $2 million over racial discrimination
A White student at Howard University’s law school is suing the institution for racial discrimination, alleging the school created a "hostile education environment."