Police search for suspect who shot teen near National Mall
Police search for suspect who shot a 17-year-old near National Mall. One of those bullets went through the Air and Space museum.
Smithsonian museums and National Zoo set to close as shutdown takes its toll
The shutdown is forcing the closure of a number of America's beloved cultural institutions starting Sunday. Twenty-one Smithsonian museums, its research centers and the National Zoo are all affected.
Safety fears keep many homeless people from shelters, nonprofit leaders report
On the streets of D.C., many people experiencing homelessness don’t know where to find shelters, which is a problem compounded by public ignorance and shrinking nonprofit funding that threatens essential services. According to CNN, about 15 percent of D.C.’s homeless population live on the streets. Nonprofit leaders...
Multiple Arrests Made in Connection with Vehicle Thefts and Unauthorized Use in Washington, DC
The streets of Washington, DC witnessed a string of arrests following several incidents of unauthorized use of a vehicle and theft of automobiles. The Metropolitan Police Department has confirmed the apprehension of individuals linked to these recent crimes. According to the MPD's report, multiple offenders have been...
‘This is about food, but it’s also about dignity’ | Nonprofit urges emergency food...
WASHINGTON — As the government shutdown continues, many military families across the D.C., Maryland, and Virginia are facing serious food insecurity, and a local nonprofit is stepping up to help. The United Soldiers and Sailors of America (USASOA), a Maryland-based volunteer organization, says they've had a surge in...
Two-vehicle crash in Northwest DC leaves several hospitalized
At this time, it is unclear what caused the collision.
Alexandria firefighters shift to 49-hour work week
Alexandria firefighters have begun working under a new schedule that reduces their weekly hours from 56 to 49, the culmination of a staffing overhaul that has dramatically improved retention at the fire department. The shift to a four-shift, 49-hour work week marks a significant change for first responders who have...
Nor’easter forces cancellation of Alexandria’s Paws in the Park
The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria has cancelled Sunday’s Paws in the Park festival due to an approaching nor’easter forecast to bring high winds and flooding to the area. The free community event was scheduled to run from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Oronoco Bay Park, featuring...
Alexandria Police Department hosts Australian leaders in international exchange
The Alexandria Police Department hosted senior leaders from two Australian law enforcement agencies this week for discussions on building public trust and ethical policing practices. Chief Tarrick McGuire and members of APD’s command staff met Thursday with Assistant Commissioner Virginia Nelson of the Queensland...
1 injured in Alexandria shooting, police investigating
An investigation is underway in Alexandria after one person was injured in a shooting late Friday night.
