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A look at stories making headlines in Washington, Maryland, and Virginia from DC News Now on October 4, 2026.

Living in the District offers plentiful opportunities to immerse yourself in D.C.’s extensive art scene with museums just a few blocks from campus and new exhibits just a metro stop away. Whether you’re deep into midterm study sessions or a D.C. museum-scene fanatic, October presents a new set of...

Officials reported an increase in robberies, rapes and stalking incidents across GW’s campuses in 2025, according to the University’s annual security report released last week. The annual report, released last week in compliance with federal law, showed robberies increasing fivefold from two in 2024 to 10 in 2025,...

You’ve made the tough decision to downsize your longtime home or maybe you’ve been tasked with clearing the estate of a loved one. You’re facing a mountain of responsibility and an endless list of decisions and to-dos. The goal seems straightforward enough: a clean, empty house ready to sell. But getting there can quic

Alexandria, VA – If you want to understand what is really happening in Alexandria’s real estate market, sometimes the numbers tell the story best. For this month’s market update, we have reviewed the market statistics ZIP code 22314, which is primarily Old Town Alexandria (and a bit beyond). We compared January through

SOUTHERN MARYLAND — Whether it is a New York-style slice, a creative specialty pie or a pizza covered in your favorite toppings, pizza has a way of bringing people to the table. October is National Pizza Month, and Southern Maryland has plenty of local spots to celebrate. From longtime...

The Metropolitan Police Department said a homicide investigation is underway in Northeast D.C. after a man was found dead inside an apartment on Saturday.

SPRINGFIELD, Va. (7News) — A man was killed after he was hit by a vehicle whose driver fled the scene at Old Keene Mill and Backlick Roads in Springfield, Fairfax County police said. The adult pedestrian was taken to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Police said the...

The 33rd Honor Flight San Diego Group returned Sunday to a large contingent of people waiting to cheer, clap, shout, and shake hands for the 90 returning veterans on the Fall Honor Flight to Washington, D.C. The Honor Flight San Diego trip to Washington, D.C., occurs twice a year, taking 90 veterans from WW II, the Kor

Tokoa Cheesesteaks has reopened at Commas Food Hall in Downtown Silver Spring following a temporary closure. “We’re really excited to be back!” Tokoa shared with The MoCoShow. The popular Maryland cheesesteak spot operates inside Commas Food Hall on Level 3 of Ellsworth Place at 8661 Colesville Rd....