Heavy storms and flash‑flood risk this Thursday afternoon and evening in D.C.

Trump joked he’d be “the greatest communist in history” while warning of a leftward threat — a line from a June Faith & Freedom speech that resurfaced as he attended NATO talks.

Sen. Ted Budd says about $25 million in federal funds will go toward roadway upgrades at Asheville Regional Airport as passenger traffic and tourism rebound. Local leaders see improved access as a key to sustaining growth.

Rep. Lauren Underwood introduced H.R. 9538 to make Medicare cover residential addiction treatment for seniors, drawing bipartisan co-sponsors and major endorsements.

Rahm Emanuel told a Tel Aviv audience the United States must end unconditional backing of Israel and tie aid to concrete policy changes. The remarks sharpen a debate already reshaping Democrats' politics.

Hours after being returned on Flight 164, a Miami father survived a hotel collapse in La Guaira. Families and rights groups are demanding answers about custody and safety.

One-time $120 benefits and free youth meals are available across DC; application deadline Aug. 23.

Jud Ashman declared a narrow win over Izola "Zola" Shaw in the District 3 Democratic primary. The close result sets up a November matchup and spotlights a county split over housing policy.

A 21-year-old has been arrested in connection with a May 19 violent robbery on 7th Street NW in Shaw. Police say the suspect assaulted a victim and stole belongings; tips are being sought.

A midday shooting in Chinatown sent three people to area hospitals Wednesday; one victim suffered serious injuries and police are canvassing the block. Detectives ask anyone with video to come forward.

Former Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba pleaded guilty in federal court to a conspiracy tied to a six‑figure bribery sting involving undercover "developers." Sentencing is tentatively set for Oct. 15, 2026.

A Manassas man received two life terms without parole plus decades more for the April 2024 killings of Leann Harris and Asia Payne. The sentence follows a December jury conviction on multiple counts.

Commerce reportedly cleared OpenAI to widen access to GPT‑5.6 after CAISI testing; the company says broader availability is planned in the coming weeks.