Eight heroes received medals for rescuing an injured MPD officer from the Washington Channel after he fell and hurt his leg. The MPD and DC Fireboat crews were awarded for their lifesaving efforts.

Two 20-year-old men were found shot dead at a park in Silver Spring, Maryland, with the shooter still at large. Police are investigating and seeking witnesses.

James Jackson was sentenced to 23 years for the 2022 Memorial Day murder of Christian Monje near Dupont Circle after pleading guilty to second-degree murder while armed.

Mayor Bowser opened DC's outdoor pools with the Jump In, DC event, celebrating the city's top park system ranking and detailing summer aquatic facility schedules and upgrades.

A D.C. man was convicted of charges including arson and burglary after setting his ex's apartment door on fire. He awaits possible life imprisonment at sentencing.

Metropolitan Police seek a suspect in a non-fatal stabbing in Northwest D.C., offering a $1,000 reward for information leading to an arrest and indictment.

The National Weather Service predicts a mix of sun and storms for Washington, D.C., with swinging conditions through the Memorial Day weekend and beyond.

A man was arrested in Southeast D.C. for multiple carjackings, armed with a firearm at the time of his capture. The police charged him with several offenses including possession of an unregistered firearm.

The District Government announces modified Memorial Day services, with outdoor pools and spray parks open from May 29-31, allowing residents to enjoy recreational facilities during the holiday.

A man, Michael Spencer, was arrested for indecent exposure after fleeing a May 8 incident in Northeast D.C. His arrest followed on May 22, bringing concerns for community safety to light.

Members of the "La Dank DMV Crew" have been sentenced for marijuana trafficking, with two receiving prison terms and supervised release after a coordinated law enforcement investigation.

A man received a 10-year sentence for shooting at a D.C. police officer. He had fired bullets without wounding the officer and was later caught with a stolen firearm linked to him by DNA.

D.C. police are searching for two individuals after a daytime robbery at a Southeast business; one suspect was armed. The incident occurred on May 22, 2024.