MPD investigates a fatal pedestrian crash in NE Washington D.C. where Deon Cherry was struck by two vehicles on August 14, 2025. Both drivers fled the scene.

Montgomery County officials urge residents to drive safely around school zones as students return to school, with police enforcing driving laws and school buses using cameras to fine violators.

D.C. residents will see clouds clearing with a high near 76°F, and isolated morning showers. Clear skies and mild temperatures expected over the weekend with a chance of Sunday showers.

Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich initiates "Community Conversations" to engage residents in the Fiscal Year 2027 Operating Budget process starting September 8.

The U.S. Transportation Secretary announced an FMCSA investigation into a fatal Florida truck crash caused by a driver with failed English proficiency, highlighting state regulatory failures.

A suspect was arrested for a shooting in Southeast D.C. after a conversation turned violent, with the victim sustaining non-life-threatening injuries.

The FTA has issued a directive to NYCT for failing to improve worker safety after a fatality and increased near-misses.

The DOJ is complying with a subpoena from the House Oversight Committee for records related to Jeffrey Epstein, chaired by James Comer, which includes sensitive material redactions.

The U.S. Department of Transportation offers up to $1 million in prizes for innovative transportation ideas through the ARPA-I Ideas Challenge, as announced by Secretary Sean P. Duffy.

The Arlington County Board allocated grants for Ranked Choice Voting education, with Challenging Racism and FairVote as recipients to prepare voters for November elections.

EXIM approves a $47 million deal to digitize Côte d'Ivoire's Ministry of Finance, involving major tech firms, countering China's influence, and supporting U.S. jobs.

U.S.-South Korea security partnership allows smoother landings at Atlanta airport due to the CBP's International Remote Baggage Screening program, quickening entry into the U.S. by pre-screening bags.

A 58-year-old man, Gary Thomas, was arrested for multiple thefts from a CVS in Northwest DC and charged with unlawful entry and assaulting an officer.