Patchy morning fog burns off before a sunny, warm Friday in D.C.; highs near 80°F and a stronger heat surge may arrive next week.

Property‑tax bills rose faster than inflation in 2025, with the average homeowner paying $4,427. See which states were hit hardest and what homeowners can do.

A new federal law narrows who can get Medicare, and Oakland seniors who paid into the system now risk being disenrolled. Local residents and clinics brace for the fallout.

A source close to Pope Leo XIV says a January Pentagon meeting with the Vatican was “most unpleasant.” Conflicting accounts from the Pentagon and the Vatican deepen tensions amid the Iran war.

A Kansas City judge refused to dismiss a proposed antitrust class action, ruling that a Berkshire Hathaway Energy unit must face claims despite a $250M HomeServices deal. The decision keeps a major broker‑fee fight alive.

At a surprise White House statement, Melania Trump denied allegations linking her to Jeffrey Epstein, called the claims "lies" and urged Congress to let survivors testify. Her remarks arrive amid continued releases of Epstein‑related files and Capitol scrutiny.

Federal natality figures show another drop in U.S. fertility, pushing the rate to record lows and forcing cities to weigh impacts on schools, housing and the workforce.

Rockefeller Group and Stonebridge have transformed the former WMATA headquarters at 600 Fifth St NW into a 400K‑sf trophy office with terraces, a penthouse amenity and a major anchor lease.

An internal CDC analysis that found COVID vaccines cut ER visits and hospitalizations was held up by the acting director, prompting questions about data transparency.

A federal recall covers about 356,140 VitaQuest-made iron supplements because caps aren't child-resistant; VitaQuest is offering free childproof caps and a full lot chart is available.

A Washington, D.C., resident was arrested after a multi‑office FBI probe into online child exploitation. Court documents say the complaint accuses him of coercing minors via Discord.

Melissa Chiu is leaving the Hirshhorn to lead the Guggenheim in New York, a high-profile move that continues a wave of museum leadership changes.

David Schaeffer has sued Fulton Bank, alleging the lender schemed to avoid foreclosure on his affiliate's downtown D.C. office at 1705 DeSales. The complaint demands a jury trial.