The Washington Commanders began open practice with high fan anticipation. Terry McLaurin was out due to an ankle injury and contract talks. Coach Dan Quinn and fans expressed optimism, while Positive Athlete youths attended, mentored by Champ Bailey.

Washington D.C. is facing a heatwave with temperatures rising to the mid-90s, officials advise caution and hydration as the heat index reaches over 100 degrees.

Police captured a suspect, Kareem Thomas, wanted for the 2024 DC homicide of Jakele Allen. Thomas was arrested in New York and awaits extradition to face charges.

A man was critically injured and ejected from his vehicle in a rollover crash on I-695 in Washington D.C., causing a shutdown of westbound lanes and significant delays.

Florida man Charles Horlesen was arrested in Maryland for allegedly defrauding an elderly woman through a tech support scam involving Norton antivirus software. He convinced her to hand over $20,000, claiming she received an excessive refund.

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy introduces a policy update allowing federal transit grant recipients to move from zero-emission to low-emission tech in their projects.

Washington D.C. area is under a Heat Advisory with heat index values up to 107 degrees; residents advised to take precautions due to the health risks from high temperatures and potential thunderstorms.

D.C. and the Commanders are advancing the RFK Stadium redevelopment deal with amended financial aspects. Opinions are split, with some praising potential benefits and others raising concerns over community impact and environmental issues.

Rodney Baggott was convicted of first-degree murder and other charges in a 2024 D.C. road rage case that resulted in the death of an Uber Eats driver.

The NWS forecasts high humidity, temperatures up to 95 degrees, and a heat index of 102 in D.C., with thunderstorms likely and a persistent heatwave continuing into the following days.

The USDA is moving some of its operations from Washington D.C. to regional hubs, such as Utah, to enhance proximity to agricultural areas, a move praised by Senator Mike Lee.

Rep. Robert Garcia demands the DOJ release the Epstein files, underscoring the importance of transparency and accountability after a committee votes to subpoena the documents.

Montgomery County Council seeks a new member for its Human Trafficking Prevention Committee, to serve a term from November 2023 to October 2026. Applications are due by August 25, 2025.