Montgomery County approves $143M increase to school budget, cuts still possible
The Montgomery County Council approved a major increase to the Montgomery County Public Schools budget on Friday, but labor officials say it isn't enough, and that some will lose their jobs.
The Montgomery County Council approved a major increase to the Montgomery County Public Schools budget on Friday, but labor officials say it isn't enough, and that some will lose their jobs.
Auburn grad who just landed dream job allegedly shot and killed by boyfriend's father in Alabama
An Alabama man is facing charges two months after allegedly shooting his son's 22-year-old girlfriend, who was a recent Auburn University graduate and had just landed her dream job as an interior designer.
An Alabama man is facing charges two months after allegedly shooting his son's 22-year-old girlfriend, who was a recent Auburn University graduate and had just landed her dream job as an interior designer.
Free official World Cup watch parties coming to DC's Franklin Park, Navy Yard
D.C. is getting its own World Cup celebration, with free watch parties, music, food vendors, youth soccer activities and live match viewings planned this summer.
D.C. is getting its own World Cup celebration, with free watch parties, music, food vendors, youth soccer activities and live match viewings planned this summer.
Maine fire, explosion injures multiple people at lumber mill, officials say
Several people have been injured after a fire and explosion broke out at a lumber mill in Searsmont, Maine, on Friday.
Several people have been injured after a fire and explosion broke out at a lumber mill in Searsmont, Maine, on Friday.
West Virginia pastor found guilty of reaching under woman’s skirt during meeting
Jason Lee Allen was found guilty of sexually motivated misdemeanor battery after prosecutors said he reached under a 24-year-old woman’s skirt.
Jason Lee Allen was found guilty of sexually motivated misdemeanor battery after prosecutors said he reached under a 24-year-old woman’s skirt.
Bodies of 2 children found inside burning car in San Antonio
The bodies of two children were found inside a burning car in San Antonio on Friday morning.
The bodies of two children were found inside a burning car in San Antonio on Friday morning.
More than 100K teething toys recalled after nearly a dozen choking incidents
A major recall has been issued for more than 100,000 children’s teething toys after reports linked the products to serious choking hazards.
A major recall has been issued for more than 100,000 children’s teething toys after reports linked the products to serious choking hazards.
Man killed outside North Bethesda hotel identified
A man who was shot and killed in the parking lot of a North Bethesda hotel has now been identified, as police continue searching for the gunman.
A man who was shot and killed in the parking lot of a North Bethesda hotel has now been identified, as police continue searching for the gunman.
Preakness kicks off in Laurel: What you need to know
The 151st running of the Preakness Stakes will take place in Laurel, Maryland this weekend, marking a historic temporary move from its longtime home at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore.
The 151st running of the Preakness Stakes will take place in Laurel, Maryland this weekend, marking a historic temporary move from its longtime home at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore.
This Midwestern state leads the nation in home foreclosures as US filings jump by 26%
Home foreclosures in the U.S. are up 26% from last year as rising costs are catching up with homeowners. Here's which city was hit hardest.
Home foreclosures in the U.S. are up 26% from last year as rising costs are catching up with homeowners. Here's which city was hit hardest.
Oklahoma death row inmate released from prison after 30 years, awaiting retrial
A man who has been on Oklahoma’s death row for decades has been released from prison and is awaiting a new trial.
A man who has been on Oklahoma’s death row for decades has been released from prison and is awaiting a new trial.
Trump says White House ballroom construction ahead of schedule; here’s when it will be completed
Trump says the White House’s new $400 million ballroom is ahead of schedule. Here's when it is set to open.
Trump says the White House’s new $400 million ballroom is ahead of schedule. Here's when it is set to open.
FBI offering $200K reward for former counterintelligence agent charged for spying for Iran
Monica Witt, an ex-U.S. service member and counterintelligence agent, is accused of providing classified national defense information to Iran.
Monica Witt, an ex-U.S. service member and counterintelligence agent, is accused of providing classified national defense information to Iran.
Trump announces site on National Mall for National Garden of American Heroes
President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social Friday the location of the National Garden of American Heroes.
President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social Friday the location of the National Garden of American Heroes.
20% of homebuyers are Gen Z — here’s where they’re buying
Gen Z is becoming a growing force in the U.S. housing market, now accounting for nearly 1 in 5 mortgage requests nationwide. Here’s where they are buying.
Gen Z is becoming a growing force in the U.S. housing market, now accounting for nearly 1 in 5 mortgage requests nationwide. Here’s where they are buying.
Why are flags at half-staff today in the US? What to know
Flags are flying at half-staff across the country today in honor of Peace Officers Memorial Day, which recognizes law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty.
Flags are flying at half-staff across the country today in honor of Peace Officers Memorial Day, which recognizes law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty.
Celebrity deaths of 2026: The entertainers and artists we lost this year
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
Claudine Longet, singer and actress who shot Olympic skier Spider Sabich, dies
French singer and actor Claudine Longet has died at age 84. She became infamous after being charged with the fatal shooting of her boyfriend, Olympic skier Vladimir “Spider" Sabich, in 1976.
French singer and actor Claudine Longet has died at age 84. She became infamous after being charged with the fatal shooting of her boyfriend, Olympic skier Vladimir “Spider" Sabich, in 1976.
Iran latest: Trump says China wants Strait of Hormuz reopened, opposes tolls
During his two-day summit in China, President Trump met with Chinese President Xi who relayed to him his opposition to Iran's tolls at the Strait of Hormuz. China also agreed the waterway should be reopened "as soon as possible."
During his two-day summit in China, President Trump met with Chinese President Xi who relayed to him his opposition to Iran's tolls at the Strait of Hormuz. China also agreed the waterway should be reopened "as soon as possible."
DC Weather: Temperatures climb to 90s as spring heat wave arrives this weekend
Summer-like heat is returning to the Washington D.C. region as temperatures climb into the 90s by early next week.
Summer-like heat is returning to the Washington D.C. region as temperatures climb into the 90s by early next week.