Bruce R. Hart, 31, received a 34-month prison sentence for illegal firearm possession and discharge in D.C., while on supervised release for a prior robbery in Maryland.

A 22-year-old man received a 48-month sentence for possessing a modified firearm after pleading guilty. The gun was linked to a recent shooting, but no injuries were reported. His criminal history includes prior firearm-related guilty pleas.

Suspect Niwatilagu Long, 45, was arrested in connection to a December homicide in Northeast DC where Melvin Saunders, 44, was fatally shot. Long faces Second Degree Murder while Armed charges.

A 56-year-old was arrested by D.C. Police for an assault involving kicking a victim and allowing a dog bite. The suspect, Domminick Altamura Jr., faces aggravated assault and drug possession charges.

Montgomery County promotes health and plastic waste reduction on 'En Sintonía con el Concejo' radio show, with tips for New Year's resolutions, managing stress, flu season routines, and highlighting the new Bring Your Own Bag Law.

A suspect, Jasmine Armwood, has been arrested and charged for a stabbing incident on Minnesota Avenue in Northeast, after a heated argument in a business establishment.

Representative Steny Hoyer of Maryland has announced his retirement, marking the end of his long tenure in Congress known for centrist policies. Congresswoman Veronica Escobar praised his service and reasoned approach to legislative disagreements.

Senator Moody calls for passage of the Halo Act, citing increased threats to ICE officers, following an attempt by a protestor to assault officers in Minnesota. The act would establish a 25-foot safety zone around on-duty first responders.

Arlington County Police join the Winter 2026 Street Smart campaign, focusing on traffic safety education and enforcement to reduce accidents during winter.

The DC Council's first legislative meeting of 2026 included addressing economic development, housing, public safety, evictions during heat events, and election integrity.

Convicted sex offender Saul Castillo-Crespo pleads guilty to illegal re-entry into the U.S. after deportation.

Rain is expected in Washington D.C. over the weekend, with a 100% chance on Saturday and precipitation up to three-quarters of an inch. Sunday may see less rain and Monday will be sunny.

Convicted killer Dwayne Taylor sentenced to over a year for taking a loaded gun into a DC government building.