The Montgomery County Council is set to review the County's actions during a major winter storm in a public briefing on February 3, focusing on the response's effectiveness and areas for improvement.

The National Weather Service issued a Cold Weather Advisory for the Baltimore/DC area due to extreme wind chills. Residents should take precautions against frostbite and hypothermia.

U.S. authorities obtained over $400 million in assets from Helix cryptocurrency mixer, operated by Larry Dean Harmon, involved in money laundering related to darknet activities.

Traffic around the Kennedy Center will be heavily restricted on January 29, 2026, due to special events, with multiple road closures and parking restrictions.

The National Weather Service issued a Cold Weather Advisory for Washington D.C., warning of wind chills as low as -9°F and advising precautions against hypothermia.

Senator Ashley Moody introduces the Combating Online Predators Act to criminalize distributions of CSAM threats, highlighting the need to protect children from sextortion.

The Arlington Police released a crime report detailing recent incidents, from shoplifting to assault, reminding readers that investigations can change perceptions of these cases.

Senator Blackburn introduces a bill to allow disabled Americans to maintain Medicaid coverage after age 65, addressing the current policy that often forces them to retire early to keep benefits.

DC Public Schools will be closed due to snow, while DC Government opens at 10AM. Garbage services are paused, and a snow emergency is in effect through Thursday. Residents are advised to stay warm and look out for each other in the extreme cold.

The FAA announced its largest reorganization, including a new safety office and modernization efforts, without workforce reductions, to enhance aviation safety and innovation.

The Montgomery County Council had a session discussing key local issues, including retirement benefits, food resilience, and zoning changes, with hearings and voting on important resolutions and proposals.

The DC area faces severe cold with wind chills down to -8°F, prompting advisories about frostbite and hypothermia risks. Residents are urged to dress warmly.

Montgomery County postponed meetings due to a severe winter storm, affecting discussions on education, economic development, and public safety funding.