The National Weather Service reports light snow and winds in Washington D.C. on New Year's Day, with a warning of icy conditions for the morning commute.

Keyonte Johnson was charged with first-degree murder in the shooting of Roy Bennett, Jr., with preliminary evidence suggesting his involvement. He's held without bond until trial.

A man from West Virginia is charged with assaulting a juvenile during a basketball game, leading to the victim's hospitalization. He turned himself in and is held without bond.

House Committee on Oversight plans a hearing on alleged misuse of federal funds in Minnesota's social services, with Chairman Comer accusing state officials of fraud.

Naturi Michon Hayes was arrested after a multi-county chase, ramming a police car, and facing assault charges.

Four teens were arrested by Arlington County Police for multiple burglaries in Pentagon City; they face burglary, conspiracy, and grand larceny charges.

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has announced over $118 million in funding to improve trucking safety standards and training, particularly for military veterans.

A suspect was arrested for the fatal shooting of Roy Lee Bennett Jr. inside a Morse Street apartment, as reported by the Metropolitan Police Department.

D.C. police seek public help to identify robbery suspects on Pennsylvania Avenue, offering a reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction.

A man wanted on felony charges peacefully surrendered after a 5.5-hour standoff with Montgomery County Police SWAT and crisis negotiators in Damascus.

D.C. is set to host the Mayor's FitDC Fresh Start 5K on New Year’s Day 2026, resulting in street closures and parking restrictions to accommodate the event.

An 18-willer truck caught fire in the 3rd Street Tunnel in Washington, D.C., leading to emergency responses and traffic disruptions; no injuries were reported.

MPD is investigating a Congress Street homicide in DC where Devonta Williams died on December 28 after being shot on December 23. A $25,000 reward is offered for information leading to an arrest.