SpaceX is reportedly in early talks to provide AI data‑center capacity to the Pentagon, a move that could be worth billions and deepens the company’s compute push.

Max Blumenthal says CBP officers detained him at Dulles and seized two phones after a reporting trip to Iran; ADC filed an emergency motion seeking their return. The filing argues the seizures violated the First and Fourth Amendments.

A 30-year-old D.C. man was found half-dressed and asleep on Abberly Drive in Stafford; deputies say they recovered a gun and suspected narcotics and booked him on multiple charges.

Thick smoke and a Code Red air-quality alert hit D.C. Friday as highs near 92°F; a strong front Saturday could bring damaging winds and heavy rain.

DCHA says forensic work is ongoing after a late‑June cyber incident; customer service centers and the call line are available for urgent needs.

The Pentagon will add annual testosterone screening for troops 30 and older; Hegseth says treatment is voluntary. Experts flag medical risks and privacy questions.

A vehicle tied to an Arlington armed carjacking overturned during a U.S. Park Police chase in southeast D.C.; the driver was arrested and investigators recovered a shotgun.

A man was found shot late Tuesday on the 2500 block of 17th Street NW and taken to a hospital. Police are asking witnesses to call (202) 727-9099 or text 50411.

Chipotle has listed a 'Coming Soon' location at 8148 Stonewall Shops Square in Gainesville and says it plans to open in the next few weeks. The chain has not set a grand‑opening date.

Subaru is calling back 541,237 Ascent, Forester and Crosstrek SUVs after regulators found incorrect axle weight ratings on certification labels. Corrected overlay labels will be mailed or installed free by dealers.

The Strand DC has closed after its landlord says the restaurant owes nearly $228,000 in back rent, dimming hopes for a new Deanwood hub.

Investigations say the National Design Studio used visitor‑tracking tools on several White House‑built federal sites, raising privacy, legal and election oversight questions. Experts and officials are now demanding clarity on what was collected and why.

President Trump announced on Truth Social he'll speak to the nation Thursday at 9 p.m. ET. The White House has offered no preview as tensions and legal fights swirl.