Asian elephant calf born at National Zoo for first time in nearly 25 years
The National Zoo in Washington, D.C., is celebrating the birth of a very special addition to the family this month!
The National Zoo in Washington, D.C., is celebrating the birth of a very special addition to the family this month!
Here's when to expect your tax refund from the IRS
Tax season kicked off last week, which means some Americans could see their refunds in just a few weeks.
Tax season kicked off last week, which means some Americans could see their refunds in just a few weeks.
Is the government going to shut down? ICE funding dispute stalls talks ahead of Friday deadline
A disagreement over funding and oversight of Immigration and Customs Enforcement is at the center of stalled budget talks, increasing the risk of a government shutdown.
A disagreement over funding and oversight of Immigration and Customs Enforcement is at the center of stalled budget talks, increasing the risk of a government shutdown.
Trump plans to close Kennedy Center for 2 years starting July 4
President Donald Trump announced Sunday that he plans to close The Kennedy Center for two years beginning in July.
President Donald Trump announced Sunday that he plans to close The Kennedy Center for two years beginning in July.
Why the next full moon is called the 'Snow Moon' — and how to see it
The 2026 'Snow Moon,' February’s full moon, peaks Sunday, Feb. 1. Named for winter’s snowier months, it will be visible at moonrise with easy viewing for skywatchers.
The 2026 'Snow Moon,' February’s full moon, peaks Sunday, Feb. 1. Named for winter’s snowier months, it will be visible at moonrise with easy viewing for skywatchers.
5 injured in shooting after fight breaks out on Metrobus in Northwest DC: police
Five people were injured in a shooting in Northwest D.C. Thursday evening, according to officials.
Five people were injured in a shooting in Northwest D.C. Thursday evening, according to officials.
What is the polar vortex? Why it matters as snow and Arctic cold threaten the Northeast
What is the polar vortex? This article explains what a polar vortex is in simple terms, how it influences winter weather in the U.S., and why meteorologists talk about it during major cold events.
What is the polar vortex? This article explains what a polar vortex is in simple terms, how it influences winter weather in the U.S., and why meteorologists talk about it during major cold events.
Air Force One returns to Joint Base Andrews after 'minor electrical issue,' White House says
Air Force One had to return to Joint Base Andrews in Washington, D.C. after taking off Tuesday night.
Air Force One had to return to Joint Base Andrews in Washington, D.C. after taking off Tuesday night.
Washington Post reporter’s home searched by FBI in classified documents probe, newspaper says
FBI agents searched the home of a Washington Post reporter as part of an investigation into a government contractor accused of taking home classified material, the newspaper reported.
FBI agents searched the home of a Washington Post reporter as part of an investigation into a government contractor accused of taking home classified material, the newspaper reported.
DC man charged with murder in death of MPD Officer Terry Bennett
A Washington, D.C. man has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder while armed in the vehicular death of Metropolitan Police Department Officer Terry Bennett, federal prosecutors announced.
A Washington, D.C. man has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder while armed in the vehicular death of Metropolitan Police Department Officer Terry Bennett, federal prosecutors announced.
3 Pa. Republicans join House Dems to extend ACA subsidies
Seventeen Republicans voted with all House Democrats to pass an ACA extension on Thursday.
Seventeen Republicans voted with all House Democrats to pass an ACA extension on Thursday.
Trump claims US will 'run' Venezuela after Maduro captured
The United States carried out a large-scale strike in Venezuela early Saturday, President Donald Trump said.
The United States carried out a large-scale strike in Venezuela early Saturday, President Donald Trump said.
Lawyers demand evidence of alleged DC pipe bomber's confession
Cole's lawyers have filed a request for the prosecution to provide evidence of his confession, including any recordings.
Cole's lawyers have filed a request for the prosecution to provide evidence of his confession, including any recordings.
Maryland congresswoman introduces two bills to overturn renaming of Kennedy Center
On Tuesday, Congresswoman April McClain Delaney introduced two pieces of legislation to overturn the attempt to add President Donald Trump's name to the John F.
On Tuesday, Congresswoman April McClain Delaney introduced two pieces of legislation to overturn the attempt to add President Donald Trump's name to the John F.
2025 Holiday Shipping Deadlines: USPS, FedEx, UPS important dates to remember
With the holidays right around the corner, you need to be sure to mail packages early to ensure on-time delivery. Keep these essential 2025 shipping deadlines in mind from USPS, FedEx, and UPS to ensure your cards and gifts reach their destinations in time for Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa and other holidays.
With the holidays right around the corner, you need to be sure to mail packages early to ensure on-time delivery. Keep these essential 2025 shipping deadlines in mind from USPS, FedEx, and UPS to ensure your cards and gifts reach their destinations in time for Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa and other holidays.
Donald Trump's name added to Kennedy Center day after renaming vote
Democratic leaders have called the move illegal, and that Congress is the only body that can change the center's name.
Democratic leaders have called the move illegal, and that Congress is the only body that can change the center's name.
Trump gives fed workers off on Christmas Eve, December 26
On Thursday, President Donald Trump signed an executive order to give federal workers off on December 24 and December 26 this year, creating a five-day holiday break.
On Thursday, President Donald Trump signed an executive order to give federal workers off on December 24 and December 26 this year, creating a five-day holiday break.
The 'Patriot Games': What we know about Trump's proposed high school athletic competition
President Donald Trump has announced a first-of-its-kind high school athletic event coming to the nation's capital to commemorate the 250th birthday of the nation.
President Donald Trump has announced a first-of-its-kind high school athletic event coming to the nation's capital to commemorate the 250th birthday of the nation.
Trump signs executive order to reclassify marijuana as less dangerous drug
President Donald Trump Thursday signed an executive order that would move marijuana out of its current Schedule I classification.
President Donald Trump Thursday signed an executive order that would move marijuana out of its current Schedule I classification.
Kennedy Center Board votes to rename facility after Donald Trump
The Kennedy Center Board voted Thursday to rename the facility, at least partially, after President Donald Trump.
The Kennedy Center Board voted Thursday to rename the facility, at least partially, after President Donald Trump.