Takoma Park Awarded Nearly $500K in State Energy Grants
The City of Takoma Park announced it has been awarded three grants from the Maryland Energy Administration totaling nearly $500,000, funding efforts aimed at improving energy efficiency in multifamily housing and municipal buildings. The largest award, a $400,000 Residential Energy Equity Grant, will support...
DC Weather Authority: Chilly start in DC, but 80s possible by midweek
Peak bloom continues in Washington, D.C., but it’s a chilly start for visitors. Temperatures will gradually warm through the weekend before a big jump into the 70s and even 80s early next week.
Crews Contain Large Brush Fire In Waldorf
WALDORF, Md. — A fast-moving brush fire prompted a large emergency response Sunday afternoon in Waldorf, with crews working to contain flames spreading through a wooded area. The fire was reported around 1:45 p.m. on March 29, 2026, in the 3400 block of Mill Hill Road. Initial reports indicated...
2 teens robbed in Navy Yard; police seek suspects
WASHINGTON - Two juvenile victims were reportedly assaulted and robbed near First Street and M Street Southeast in Washington, D.C.’s Navy Yard on March 14, 2026, according to the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD). Both victims treated for minor injuries. The incident allegedly occurred around 10 p.m. that...
Alexandria Announces Speed Limit Reductions
When the City developed its Vision Zero Action Plan, one of the most common concerns heard from the community was speeding. Lowering speed limits is one of the most effective steps we can take to respond to that concern and improve safety for everyone who uses our streets. Over the past five years, there have been...
Charging lithium-ion battery sparks garage fire in Northeast DC
WASHINGTON (7News) — A charging lithium-ion battery ignited in a garage early on Saturday, sparking a house fire in Northeast D.C. The fire was reported in the 600 block of 46th Street NE at about 12:45 a.m. The blaze started in the garage and spread to a one-story home.
Documents reveal 2 close calls 1 day before deadly crash at D.C. airport
A former Reagan airport air traffic controller is speaking out about years of ignored warnings preceding the 2025 deadly midair collision that killed 67 people, saying "it worked until it didn't."
2 teens accused of robbing Southeast DC store with paintball gun
WASHINGTON (7News) — Two teens were arrested overnight in connection with a robbery in Southeast D.C., as police continue heightened enforcement following recent youth-related activities across the city. According to the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD), officers responded around 12:27 a.m. to a robbery in...
🚨 Two Juveniles Arrested After Benning Road Robbery
The Metropolitan Police Department arrested two juveniles after a robbery early March 29, 2026, at a store in the 5000 block of Benning Road SE. Officers responded around 12:27 a.m. after two suspects entered the store, implied they were armed, and demanded money and merchandise. Both suspects were found nearby and...
Teen arrested after gun fired into apartment in Southeast DC
WASHINGTON (7News) — A teenager has been arrested after a gun was fired into an apartment in Southeast D.C., according to the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD). Officers responded around 10 a.m. Saturday, March 28, to the 3400 block of 13th Place, SE, after reports that a bullet had been fired through the ceiling...

















