A bipartisan group of senators wants SNAP to cover hot rotisserie chickens. The narrow bill lands amid a national fight over state waivers that limit purchases like soda and candy.

A man was sentenced to three years after prosecutors tied him to a string of purse thefts that included taking Kristi Noem’s bag at a downtown D.C. restaurant.

One person was taken into custody after an officer-involved shooting investigation on Lamont Street NW; police say no injuries were reported and details remain limited.

Federal and D.C. prosecutors say a high-tech ring used Autel key programmers to steal cars in seconds and ship them overseas. Five people were charged and one remains at large.

A judge’s expected April 21 ruling could free up billions in a long‑running Purdue Pharma settlement, routing payments from Purdue and the Sacklers to states, tribes and some victims.

A Maryland man faces multiple weapons charges after police say he pointed a gun during a road‑rage confrontation in Northwest D.C. Authorities recovered a firearm and arrested the suspect without injuries.

Trump says the U.S. is weighing a currency-swap lifeline for the UAE as Gulf tensions squeeze dollar liquidity. Officials say no formal request has been filed yet.

After months of repairs, Ben's Chili Bowl returns to U Street on May 1 with a noon celebration, ribbon cutting and live go‑go music. The Ali family aims to preserve the diner’s feel while upgrading systems.

Rivian has lined up retail space at 1100 New York Ave NW near CityCenter, bringing an EV showroom into downtown D.C.'s convention and shopping corridor. No opening date has been announced.

Laud Shawarma has opened a counter at Takoma Eats in northwest Washington. The Nigerian‑style shawarmas and Agege bread are now available for pickup and catering.

CoStar and local data show vacancy climbing in D.C.'s midtier, three‑star apartments, squeezing owners and giving renters more negotiating power.

Two people on an e‑scooter grabbed a person’s belongings in Navy Yard; investigators released surveillance stills and MPD is offering a $1,000 reward for tips.

A Fairfax County Police sergeant was arrested in Warrenton and charged with two counts of aggravated sexual battery. The officer, assigned to Internal Affairs, has been placed on leave.