A significant winter storm is forecasted to hit Washington, DC, with heavy snow and ice, prompting a Winter Storm Watch from the NWS for the weekend into Monday.

The National Weather Service forecasts cold weather for Washington D.C., with sunny days and chilly nights ahead, and a potential for snow over the weekend.

Rockville neighborhood experienced a shooting damaging a home and car; no injuries reported. Police seek suspects after a fight and a sedan spotted fleeing the scene.

Mayor Bowser announces Rift Valley Chevy Chase, LLC to lead the redevelopment of Chevy Chase Civic Site, delivering a new library, community center, and 177 mixed housing units.

A D.C. man, Darrell Hinkle, was sentenced to 21 years for the April 2023 murder of Dajuan Blakney, after pleading guilty to second-degree murder while armed.

George Sydnor sentenced to 40 years for murdering Christy Bautista in her hotel room in Washington, D.C. Judge Neal Kravitz imposed the sentence following Sydnor's guilty plea.

The NWS reports overcast skies and temperatures around 38°F in Washington, with mixed precipitation and a high of 47°F expected. Clearer skies are forecast for MLK Day.

Senate hearing discussed technology's impact on youth, with focus on mental health and screen time management. Cruz introduced KOSMA to set social media age limits and control addictive algorithms.

Republican senators urge NOAA to combat illegal red snapper fishing in the Gulf, implicating Mexican cartels and stressing the need for stronger enforcement measures.

Ambassador Curtis A. Ward, known for his diplomatic work and advocacy in the Caribbean American community, has passed away, leaving behind a legacy of inclusion and representation.

Inmate Larry Horton was found dead at North Branch Correctional Institution in Maryland; an autopsy is pending and a suspect is identified but not charged.

The DC Police Department is seeking public assistance in locating missing 16-year-old Taylor Simmons, last seen December 30, 2025, on Bangor Street SE.

The MPDC has made arrests in relation to a series of auto thefts, emphasizing their commitment to public safety and the importance of community cooperation.