The U.S. seized a tanker off Venezuela's coast for aiding terrorist groups, as detailed in a warrant unsealed by the District of Columbia’s U.S. Attorney's Office.

Washington D.C. area residents woke up to 1-3 inches of snow with more expected, challenging travel with slippery conditions and reduced visibility due to fog. Cold temperatures and icy conditions are likely to persist.

A DC high school teacher was charged with child pornography and enticing a minor, involving abuse recorded on the victim's phone. The FBI's Child Exploitation Task Force is investigating the case.

Senator Ashley Moody co-sponsored the Billion Dollar Boondoggle Act to highlight over-budget federal projects, promoting transparency and fiscal responsibility.

A 58-year-old man from D.C. was sentenced to 24 years for murdering his former partner, whose body was found in a dumpster. He pleaded guilty to second-degree murder.

Montgomery County Council will hold public hearings on infrastructure and immigrant protections and discuss the Clarksburg Gateway Sector Plan in January 2026 to engage residents in local governance decisions.

Jaswan Dayquon Thomas, a repeat offender with a history of felony convictions, has been sentenced to 108 months in prison for illegal firearm possession.

Escobar and lawmakers push for $1.76 billion to support the Federal Public Defender Program, citing financial shortfall and its impact on fair justice.

Washington D.C. is preparing for a snowstorm with 1-3 inches expected, prompting a Winter Weather Advisory from tonight until Sunday morning. Travel caution is advised.

Metropolitan Police arrested three after a shootout near Navy Yard, with two hospitalized. The incident involved exchanged gunfire, resulting in multiple firearms-related charges.

Congresswoman Escobar sponsors a bill for a new air traffic control tower at El Paso International Airport, emphasizing safety and infrastructure modernization.

The Trump Administration advances reforms for transparency and accountability in the proxy advisory process, supported by Congress members Hill and Wagner, to enhance corporate governance and investor confidence.

Montgomery County Public Libraries will offer free printing and copying services starting January 5, 2026, to improve public access and support digital equity.