Thanksgiving leads to altered service operations in the District with essential services like emergency shelters and mental health support ongoing, while schools and libraries close.

DC's CityCenter Holiday Tree Lighting brings festive tunes but also traffic and parking issues. Street closures and parking restrictions will be enforced on November 29 from 2-9 pm.

Montgomery County Police are seeking suspects in a violent home invasion robbery in Silver Spring, where a victim was assaulted and coerced into giving money.

Senator Mike Lee introduced the Flight Risk Reduction Act to prevent non-citizen criminals from fleeing the U.S. before trial, with support from fellow Republicans.

Montgomery County sees a 29% drop in serious and fatal car crashes in FY25 compared to 2015-2019, attributed to the Vision Zero initiative and safety projects.

Senator Ashley Moody introduced the 'Halo Act' to establish a buffer zone protecting federal officers from on-the-job threats and interference, with potential penalties for violators.

McGhee Tyson ANG Base in Knoxville, Tennessee, is chosen as the new main operating base for the KC-46 Pegasus aircraft, enhancing national security and the local economy.

Chairman James Comer supports the D.C. Cash Bail Reform Act to reintroduce cash bail and pretrial detention for violent crimes, critiquing current practices as a safety threat.

Montgomery County Council will meet to discuss after-school programs and background checks in schools, focusing on equity, accessibility, safety, and compliance.

Mayor Bowser and DC Health highlight nutrition assistance programs for residents in need, with emphasis on holiday season support through initiatives like Produce Plus and Joyful Food Markets.

A police-involved fatal shooting in Deanwood is under investigation, following an incident where suspect David Childs was shot after fleeing officers and allegedly reaching for a weapon.

Montgomery County's ABS and UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO support the "Labor of Love" campaign to raise money for March of Dimes' maternal and newborn health initiatives.

Prince George's County approved 'Zoey's Law' to regulate police pursuits after 3-year-old Zoey Harrison's death, requiring annual pursuit reports and limiting when pursuits are permissible.