Mayor Muriel Bowser and U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro unveiled the Protecting Victims Amendment Act of 2026, a proposal to bolster privacy and accountability for domestic violence survivors in D.C.

Rep. Kweisi Mfume joined a Capitol Hill push for a Frederick Douglass reauthorization that would expand survivor housing and school prevention programs.

At a White House appearance on April 23, President Trump said the U.S. would not use nuclear weapons in a war with Iran while warning Tehran against rearming during a fragile truce.

A Georgia congressman introduced the "Make DC Square Again Act" to reverse the 1846 retrocession and fold Arlington and Alexandria back into D.C. The proposal follows Virginia's contentious redistricting vote and has already drawn legal and political pushback.

A new international advisory warns China‑nexus actors are routing attacks through compromised routers and IoT to mask espionage and pre‑position strikes.

Eric Tano Tataw, once nicknamed the “Garri Master,” pleaded guilty on day one of his federal trial, admitting to securing more than $160,000 in PPP funds through false payroll claims. A separate DOJ indictment still accuses him of funding and urging violence by Cameroon separatists.

Claudia Sheinbaum has proposed Roberto Lazzeri as Mexico’s ambassador to the United States — a finance‑focused pick timed to the USMCA review and tariff pressure.

BloombergNEF data show U.S. combined‑cycle gas plant build costs rose about 66% in two years, pushing prices to roughly $2,157 per kilowatt and prompting planners to reassess new builds.

Sunny and warm in D.C. with highs near 81°F today. Storms become more likely Friday, with a wet, cooler Saturday on the way.

WUSA9 will record and air a Ward 7 mayoral debate on April 29 featuring Janeese Lewis George and Kenyan McDuffie, focused on issues east of the Anacostia River.

Dozens of parents rallied on the Capitol lawn, pressing Congress to pass the Kids Online Safety Act after recent court rulings and lawsuits put Big Tech under pressure. Families shared testimony and legal records as they met with lawmakers.

A WMATA maintenance vehicle struck a stationary Silver Line train at Metro Center early Wednesday, injuring 11 and prompting downtown single‑tracking and delays.

Genesis is recalling about 94,760 vehicles after a fuel‑pipe connection may loosen and allow gasoline to leak. Dealers will inspect and repair affected cars free of charge.