The DOJ is preparing a civil antitrust suit that names major egg producers, alleging they coordinated prices using industry benchmark tools during last year’s spike.

Drivers across D.C., Maryland and Virginia are finding cars left on milk crates after thieves strip tires and rims. Police and experts urge quick reporting and stronger parking security.

A Madison investor was sentenced to 20 months and fined after prosecutors say he funneled more than $400,000 into U.S. campaigns using a conduit after renouncing his citizenship.

Trump and the IRS asked a judge to pause the $10B suit for 90 days while they pursue settlement talks; the move raises conflict‑of‑interest questions about DOJ’s role.

A Brookeville man admitted to a seven‑year scheme selling fake luxury‑suite access and bilking 12 victims out of nearly $280,000.

One Hawaii in Fort Totten reopened as a 70‑unit affordable building after a Wesley Housing redevelopment. The project mixes tax credits, bonds and city subsidies; some former tenants plan to return.

Federal review kept the Appalachian hydrogen hub (ARCH2) in the portfolio, preserving Morgantown’s program office and giving the project more runway ahead of an April EIS.

OPM’s review of the Combined Federal Campaign and the decommissioning of its portal have left D.C. charities facing sudden shortfalls and uncertainty. Local groups say six‑figure losses could arrive quickly if the program changes.

Freddie Mac’s weekly survey shows the 30‑year fixed rate fell to 6.30% as of April 16, 2026 — a four‑week low that eases some pressure but leaves affordability strained.

The White House is preparing an executive order to push federal research into ibogaine for PTSD. Early studies show promise, but safety and legal hurdles remain.

A swarm estimated at about 20,000 bees was safely captured and relocated from BWI Airport after airport crews and a local beekeeper coordinated the removal. Officials say flights were not disrupted.

A new federal website maps 30 regional Homeland Security Task Forces and a national coordination center near Washington.

A magazine profile alleging FBI Director Kash Patel drank to excess and panicked about being fired has sparked denials, legal threats and fresh questions about bureau leadership.