An ex-defense contractor manager, Peter Williams, pleaded guilty to selling stolen U.S. trade secrets to a Russian broker, possibly affecting national security. He faces up to 10 years in prison per count.

The Metropolitan Police Department detained a suspect after a man was shot and found conscious in Southeast; the suspect, Matthew Lee Murphy, was charged with assault with a dangerous weapon.

The Montgomery County Police are seeking help in locating missing 15-year-old Carmen Webb and have released descriptions and photographs to aid the search.

DC Police issued an alert for missing 16-year-old Janelle Thomas, last seen on Southern Avenue, Southeast. They request public assistance through a social media notice and continue to investigate.

DC Police are seeking help to find missing 15-year-old Ivory Michelle Brown, last seen in Southeast. They posted an alert on social media and urge anyone with information to contact them.

D.C. Police seek burglar after a recent daytime home break-in on Mississippi Avenue in Southeast. No suspect description yet; public urged to report tips.

D.C. police have arrested 32-year-old Clarence Edward Jones, Jr. for the March 27 murder of 29-year-old Benjamin Mingo in Southeast D.C. Jones faces a First Degree Murder While Armed charge following a months-long investigation.

The National Weather Service issued a frost advisory for the DC area, warning of potential harm to sensitive vegetation and advising residents to take care of their plants.

Pilot unions call on Congress to end the government shutdown with a clean resolution, supported by House Transportation Committee leaders who blame Senate Democrats for the impasse.

The 38th Annual 17th Street High Heel Race returns on October 28, with traffic adjustments announced by MPD for a community event combining festivity and road closures.

Mayor Bowser and the DPW launched the 2025–2026 Leaf Collection season in D.C., running from November to February, including updated services and an expanded Food Waste Smart Bin Program.

15-year-old Khalil Hall is missing since October 19, 2025; last seen in Southeast DC. Police seek public assistance.

Senators, including Wyden and Merkley, question the use of military forces in U.S. cities and call for an investigation into their impact on readiness and public trust.