A Newport News mother has been charged in the death of her 11-month-old son in Northeast D.C.; the medical examiner ruled the death a homicide.

A two‑day, multi‑agency operation in Frederick County led to the arrest of William Dorsey, 52, on sex‑trafficking charges. Authorities say multiple suspected victims were encountered.

Rep. Chris Pappas is pressing his bid for Jeanne Shaheen’s open Senate seat, staking his case with independents and taking aim at high‑profile GOP rivals. His campaign filed in Concord and is ramping up statewide outreach.

A Lake City shooting suspect was taken into custody in Washington, D.C.; he faces attempted murder and a weapon-enhancement charge and is awaiting extradition.

Patchy fog this morning, scattered storms Saturday and a higher risk of heavy, localized rain Sunday; extreme heat surges midweek with highs near 100–104°F.

ATF’s proposed rule would explicitly cover overnight hotel stops, refueling and other routine breaks as protected interstate transport for lawful gun owners. The agency is taking comments through Aug. 4.

A U.S. embassy security official was found dead in Yangon in May; a Thai woman has appeared in court on immigration and murder charges tied to the case. Details remain limited.

House Majority Whip Tom Emmer told a D.C. crowd Somalis who "don't assimilate" should go back where they came from, drawing sharp rebukes from Minnesota leaders.

CPSC expanded the recall of Lomi roll‑on waxing kits to add model LOMB2004PK after overheating reports; about 14,700 additional units are now covered.

The District reached an undisclosed settlement with Sam O'Hara after his brief detention while playing the 'Imperial March' during protests; claims against a guard member remain.

The VA’s decision not to renew a 241,000‑sf lease at 425 Eye St. NW pushed the building’s loan into special servicing, forcing lenders to weigh a sale or debt workout. Owners and brokers now face a tight timetable to stabilize cash flow.

Nellis’ official social pages now identify as the U.S. Air Force Warfare Center, a shift that lands amid congressional moves to formalize a Pentagon rebrand. The change reframes the base’s public identity around a warfare-center mission that spans multiple wings.

MPD released security images and is offering up to $10,000 after shots were fired near 13th Street NW and Florida Avenue; no injuries were reported.