Montgomery County reports an increase in house fires caused by space heaters, leading fire officials to emphasize the importance of safe usage, including maintaining clearance and plugging heaters directly into wall outlets.

A man died after his car struck several objects and overturned in Damascus, Montgomery County, with reports suggesting alcohol may have been a factor.

A fire contained to a kitchen in the 4200 block of Gorman St SE was extinguished with no serious injuries; residents were assisted and evaluated by DC Fire and EMS.

A pedestrian was fatally hit by a bus and later a truck in Northeast. The victim was identified as 29-year-old Jal Chuol Pinuieny. Police are seeking information on the hit-and-run truck.

DC Police report that 15-year-old Malaya Gillespie, previously listed as critically missing, has been safely located. The department thanked the community for its assistance following her disappearance from the 1300 block of S Street NW.

DC Police are seeking the public’s help to find 17-year-old Jalynn Kemp, last seen Thursday in the 1000 block of Maryland Avenue NE. Authorities urge anyone with information on her whereabouts to come forward.

The Metropolitan Police introduced Juvenile Curfew Zones to address safety concerns related to youth gatherings, under the new Juvenile Curfew Act provisions.

Four suspects were arrested for a triple homicide and house fire in Washington County, Maryland, and held without bond. Additional arrests are expected as the investigation progresses.

Jermaine Durbin, 17, was fatally shot on October 3 on Rhode Island Avenue NE. Nearly two months later, police arrested 18-year-old Javier Montgomery, who now faces first-degree murder charges as authorities continue their investigation.

A shooting near the White House left U.S. Army Specialist Sarah Beckstrom dead and Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe critically injured. The alleged shooter, Afghan national Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a former CIA collaborator, now faces first-degree murder charges as authorities investigate his motives and background.

The DC Police Department has issued an alert for missing 77-year-old Vandall King, who was last seen on November 26th. Public assistance is requested.

The Metropolitan Police Department in DC has reported several arrests related to unauthorized vehicle use, involving individuals from various demographics and neighborhoods.

Suspects are sought for a robbery that occurred in a business on Alabama Avenue, Southeast Washington D.C., resulting in the victim's non-life-threatening injuries and hospitalization.