Fireworks spark massive Ashburn house fire on Fourth of July
An Independence Day celebration turned devastating in Ashburn after improperly discarded fireworks ignited a massive blaze, leaving three people injured, multiple homes damaged and over $1.1 million in property losses.
An Independence Day celebration turned devastating in Ashburn after improperly discarded fireworks ignited a massive blaze, leaving three people injured, multiple homes damaged and over $1.1 million in property losses.
Missouri mother of 5 killed while buying slushies with children, police say
A Missouri mother of five was fatally shot while buying slushies with two of her young children after gunfire erupted outside a BP gas station.
A Missouri mother of five was fatally shot while buying slushies with two of her young children after gunfire erupted outside a BP gas station.
2 people killed in separate July 4th shootings in DMV
Law enforcement officials in Washington, D.C., and neighboring Prince George’s County are investigating two unrelated, fatal shootings that occurred just hours apart on the Fourth of July.
Law enforcement officials in Washington, D.C., and neighboring Prince George’s County are investigating two unrelated, fatal shootings that occurred just hours apart on the Fourth of July.
DMV weather alert: Dangerous heat, poor air quality and severe storms across region
A combination of dense morning fog, low cloud cover, and residual smoke from holiday fireworks has triggered major air quality and heat advisories across the DMV region as severe storms loom Sunday evening.
A combination of dense morning fog, low cloud cover, and residual smoke from holiday fireworks has triggered major air quality and heat advisories across the DMV region as severe storms loom Sunday evening.
2 found dead after passing EMS crew discovers Silver Spring house fire
A house fire has claimed the lives of two women in Silver Spring early Sunday morning.
A house fire has claimed the lives of two women in Silver Spring early Sunday morning.
DC July 4th aftermath by the numbers: 911 calls, medical responses and arrests
As the final echoes of the "Salute to America" grand fireworks show faded over the National Mall, emergency personnel wrapped up one of the busiest nights of the year.
As the final echoes of the "Salute to America" grand fireworks show faded over the National Mall, emergency personnel wrapped up one of the busiest nights of the year.
Fireworks begin moments before midnight — 4th of July updates
Live streams and updates as Washington, D.C. marks America's 250th birthday — from the military flyovers to the fireworks over the National Mall.
Live streams and updates as Washington, D.C. marks America's 250th birthday — from the military flyovers to the fireworks over the National Mall.
150 new US citizens sworn in during special 4th of July ceremony at Mount Vernon
One hundred fifty people from 50 nations gathered Saturday at the home of the United States’ first president to celebrate not only the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding but also their first day as American citizens.
One hundred fifty people from 50 nations gathered Saturday at the home of the United States’ first president to celebrate not only the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding but also their first day as American citizens.
How to watch DC July 4th fireworks on TV
Despite the severe weather delays and evacuation at the National Mall, the fireworks show is still on. The president is set to speak around 11 p.m., fireworks will follow.
Despite the severe weather delays and evacuation at the National Mall, the fireworks show is still on. The president is set to speak around 11 p.m., fireworks will follow.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for parts of VA, MD; DC sets record high on Fourth of July
Severe Thunderstorm Warnings have been issued for large parts of Virginia and Maryland on the Fourth of July, while the rest of the region was under an Extreme Heat Warning on Saturday.
Severe Thunderstorm Warnings have been issued for large parts of Virginia and Maryland on the Fourth of July, while the rest of the region was under an Extreme Heat Warning on Saturday.
Missing South Carolina 4-year-old girl believed dead; Parents arrested
A South Carolina sheriff announced that investigators now believe 4-year-old Javeayah Harris is dead.
A South Carolina sheriff announced that investigators now believe 4-year-old Javeayah Harris is dead.
Nathan's hot dog eating contest champs Chestnut, Sudo win again in 2026
The Nathan’s hot dog eating champions retained their crowns Saturday as both Joey Chestnut and Miki Sudo continued their impressive, digestive runs at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest.
The Nathan’s hot dog eating champions retained their crowns Saturday as both Joey Chestnut and Miki Sudo continued their impressive, digestive runs at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest.
Metro investigating potential heat related track issue, derailment outside College Park
Metro is investigating a potential heat‑related track issue after a train derailed late Saturday morning outside College Park, prompting evacuations and service disruptions on the Green and Yellow lines.
Metro is investigating a potential heat‑related track issue after a train derailed late Saturday morning outside College Park, prompting evacuations and service disruptions on the Green and Yellow lines.
July 4th event updates: Parades canceled across DMV, celebrations delayed
As extreme heat and severe weather move through the region, several July 4th celebrations across the DMV area are being postponed or rescheduled.
As extreme heat and severe weather move through the region, several July 4th celebrations across the DMV area are being postponed or rescheduled.
1 dead in Fourth of July crash in Prince George’s County
One person is dead after a single‑vehicle crash early Saturday in Prince George’s County.
One person is dead after a single‑vehicle crash early Saturday in Prince George’s County.
Death investigation in Chantilly after report of early morning Fourth of July shooting
A death investigation is underway after a person was found dead following a report of an early morning Fourth of July shooting in Chantilly.
A death investigation is underway after a person was found dead following a report of an early morning Fourth of July shooting in Chantilly.
Red, white, and blue: How to properly display and honor the American flag for the 4th of July
As the U.S. prepares to celebrate 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country. Here is the proper way to display Old Glory.
As the U.S. prepares to celebrate 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country. Here is the proper way to display Old Glory.
Red, white, and blue: How to properly display and honor the American flag
As the U.S. prepares to celebrate Flag Day on June 14 and 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country. Here is the proper way to display Old Glory.
As the U.S. prepares to celebrate Flag Day on June 14 and 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country. Here is the proper way to display Old Glory.
4th of July deals and freebies
Many restaurant chains and food establishments are offering special discounts and freebies on July 4 in an effort to sweeten the holiday.
Many restaurant chains and food establishments are offering special discounts and freebies on July 4 in an effort to sweeten the holiday.
July 4th: What's open and closed
Most major retail chains and restaurants nationwide will remain open on Independence Day, but be ready for select closures and modified holiday hours.
Most major retail chains and restaurants nationwide will remain open on Independence Day, but be ready for select closures and modified holiday hours.