Heat will surge into the upper 90s Wednesday, May 20, before a strong cold front brings likely showers and potentially severe thunderstorms this afternoon and evening.

ATF's draft would modernize the gun‑purchase form, expand electronic records and narrow the marijuana warning. The docket is open for public comment through Aug. 6, 2026.

A Loudoun County grand jury added murder and abduction counts against a Leesburg man after the Sept. 17, 2025 death of his 8‑month‑old sister.

A woman and a juvenile were shot Tuesday in Northwest D.C.'s 16th Street Heights; police say investigators are asking the public to call the anonymous tip line.

D.C. police say two masked suspects fled on a Lime rental bike after several late-night robberies across NE and NW; no injuries were reported and tips are requested.

A bipartisan Senate bill would bar targeted sports‑betting ads to anyone under 18 on major social platforms and give the FTC new enforcement powers. Supporters point to research showing high youth exposure to gambling content online.

Federal prosecutors say a Gardner man led a multi‑state drug ring that used a local painting company to launder proceeds. Eighteen people were charged in the sweep.

Jordan Ta'amu has been placed on injured reserve after a season-ending injury. The Defenders will turn to Spencer Sanders or Jason Bean as they assess the playoff picture.

Upper 90s today in D.C.; Heat Alert in effect and storms expected Wednesday with a sharp cooldown.

Tishman Speyer has sent the $450M loan on International Square to a special servicer ahead of its August maturity, highlighting refinancing strain in D.C.’s office market. The move follows years of slipping cash flow at the three‑tower complex.

Rep. Adelita Grijalva visited a detained DACA recipient at a Tucson ICE facility. Family and video say agents forced entry into her home on Monday.

Russia accused Latvia at the U.N. of allowing Ukrainian drone launches; Latvia and the U.S. rejected the claim as NATO intercepted a suspected drone over Estonia.

The State Department told Congress it will admit up to 17,500 Afrikaners this fiscal year, adding roughly 10,000 spots. South Africa calls the move baseless and experts say evidence is thin.