Doni Crawford was appointed to the DC Council following Kenyan McDuffie's departure, resulting in a reorganization including new committee structures.

Montgomery County Fire & Rescue controlled a first-floor fire with minor attic spread on Holly View Court, Olney, reminding residents of fire safety and prevention measures.

The Montgomery County community is actively searching for missing 13-year-old Aiden "Niko" Offutt. The police are seeking public assistance in locating him.

A Tennessee man pleaded guilty to hacking the U.S. Supreme Court, AmeriCorps, and VA Health System, facing up to one year in prison and a $100,000 fine.

Marcus Hazel admitted to strangling his girlfriend and pleaded guilty in court, with sentencing set for March 20, 2026.

ICE's "Operation Metro Surge" led to the arrest of gang members with violent histories in Sanctuary Minnesota, focusing on Minneapolis and targeting gangs like MS-13 and the Paisas.

The National Weather Service predicts varied weather in Washington D.C. with sunny days, possible snow showers, and temperature changes in the upcoming week.

The city adjusts for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, maintaining essential services and shelters while altering trash collection and closing schools and some facilities. A parade and accessible public spaces mark the occasion.

Congresswoman Escobar criticized the Trump administration for SAMHSA budget cuts, voicing concerns over its impact on addiction and mental health services.

The MPD arrested Kevin Gudiel for a robbery in Northwest DC, recovering the stolen phone and emphasizing public safety and responsive law enforcement.

Senator Wyden and colleagues are questioning the Trust for the National Mall about fundraising for a Trump White House project and potential ethical conflicts.

Senator Thom Tillis praised the appointment of five agricultural leaders to North Carolina's USDA Farm Service Agency State Committee, highlighting their extensive farming experience.

Aubrey Canarte has been arrested and charged with the 2023 first-degree murder of Richard Ruffin, III in Washington, D.C.