The Energy Department has authorized PJM to squeeze extra generating capacity and tap backup resources as a Mid‑Atlantic heat wave threatens record electricity demand this week. The move carries tradeoffs for air quality and ratepayers as officials race to keep the lights on.

Private payroll gains cooled in June while planned layoffs plunged 53%, producing mixed signals for wages, consumers and policymakers.

Prince George’s police and the U.S. Marshals are seeking Dayvon Gordon in the 2020 Landover killing. Authorities say up to $10,000 is available for tips leading to his arrest.

Triple-digit heat hits Washington starting July 1 with heat-index values over 100°F and little overnight relief. Heat Advisory in effect today; cooling centers are available.

Defense attorneys told reporters that wealthy clients were told $1–2 million could buy a presidential pardon, prompting watchdog and congressional scrutiny.

The Soros family has poured roughly $100M into the 2026 midterms, mainly through Democracy PAC, changing the cash race as the DNC lags the RNC.

Heat Advisory Wednesday and an Extreme Heat Watch Thursday–Friday. Highs into the 100s; plan for heat and possible afternoon storms.

More than six years after the downtown D.C. shooting, Jaykell Mason pleaded guilty to second‑degree murder while armed and to assault on a police officer while armed. Sentencing is scheduled for Oct. 2, 2026.

The Supreme Court agreed Monday to review Arizona’s 2022 proof-of-citizenship and voter-roll rules in a Trump-backed appeal that could change how state and local contests are run.

Fog this morning clears, then dangerous heat builds midweek with highs near or above 100°F. Locate cooling centers and avoid midday outdoor exertion.

Trump suggested Syria should “take care” of Hezbollah, prompting denials from Damascus and emergency security meetings in Israel as regional tensions spike.

A Seat Pleasant mother was sentenced to 50 years after prosecutors say she shot her 13‑year‑old and pressured the child to lie about who fired the shot.

A Montgomery County substitute teacher has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to review whether school pronoun and privacy rules can be enforced over religious objections. The petition follows a Fourth Circuit ruling that left a Title VII claim alive.