Truck that caught fire, exploded on I-5 in Seattle was carrying oxygen, propane and more
Authorities say the vehicle that caught fire Thursday afternoon, shutting down I-5 south for hours, was a welding truck carrying oxygen, acetylene, propane and an argon cylinder.
Casa Ruby closes DC shelters, raises financial concerns
An investigation conducted by The Washington Post revealed that a D.C.-based LGBTQ nonprofit has stopped providing critical services in the District.
Presumptive Monkeypox case reported at Georgetown University
A member of the Georgetown University community has presumptively contracted Monkeypox, the school announced Wednesday.
Study: Four-year college students drink more alcohol; two-year students use pot more
More research is needed to understand why, but “perceptions of peer use” could be a contributing factor, researchers said.
Alaska Airlines passenger dies during flight
The flight was heading from Seattle to Nashville on Monday.
Fired Arby’s manager admits to urinating ‘at least twice’ in milkshake mix, police say
Police would like to get in touch with customers who may have purchased a milkshake in October 2021.
Washington state troopers pull over driver who crammed SUV into back of U-Haul
A Washington State Trooper made an unusual traffic stop this week after spotting an SUV crammed into the back of a very small U-Haul.
Cat accused of trespassing wins $125,000 settlement, owner calls for policy changes
A Bellevue woman received a settlement of $125,000 after her tabby cat Miska was accused of trespassing in a Bellevue neighborhood.
Brief Capitol evacuation caused by Army parachute demo at Nats Park
Capitol Hill was evacuated Wednesday evening after a scare was caused by parachutists from the Army Golden Knights jumping into Nationals Park.
Suspect arrested for stray bullet slaying of mother in front of her son in DC
Authorities announce that a suspect is in custody connected to the February 2022 shooting death of a mother killed when she was struck by a stray bullet in Northeast D.C.
MPD arrests suspect accused of killing on duty special officer in Southeast DC
Police say Jadohn Bracey, 22, of Temple Hills, Maryland is charged with First Degree Murder in the killing of Angela Washington in September 2021.
Richland Fred Meyer shooting: Suspect accused of killing 1 arrested after manhunt
The suspect in the deadly Richland Fred Meyer shooting has been arrested more than 100 miles away from the scene, police said early Tuesday.
Washington Commanders signs spotted at FedEx Field day before unveiling
Signs bearing what appears to be the Washington Football Team's new name were spotted at the stadium Tuesday night – less than 24 hours before the official announcement.
DC murder suspect added to Most Wanted list by US Marshals
The U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) has added a D.C. murder suspect, who allegedly shot one man and killed another at a gender reveal party, to its 15 Most Wanted list.
77-year-old dad battling 2 forms of cancer nails ice skating routine in viral video
Richard Epstein, 77, is battling two forms of cancer and recently nailed an ice skating routine with his teacher — proving that it's never too late to learn something new.
Washington state flooding: State of emergency declared, hundreds displaced
Flooding and landslides wreaked havoc on the U.S. Northwest, closing a portion of a major highway and displacing hundreds of residents.
U.S. Vets fighting veteran homelessness
Right now in the nation’s capital, 237 brave men and women who fought for our country are sleeping in the streets. Across the country, according to U.S. Vets, there are 38,000 homeless veterans.
DC Metro service reduction expected through Oct. 24; 60 percent of fleet pulled due to safety concerns
D.C. Metro has pulled 60 percent of its fleet due to derailment safety concerns, officials said Sunday, and the reduced service is expected to continue through Sunday.
WSU fires head football coach Nick Rolovich as state vaccine mandate deadline passes
Washington State University fired head football coach Nick Rolovich and four assistant coaches on Monday, the deadline for state workers to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19.
Prince George's County firefighter killed in DC shooting
Garry Stanley was a 20-year veteran of the Prince George's Co. Fire Dept.