In Greenbelt News: Greenbelt Ceramic Artists Featured in D.C. Juried Exhibit
The works of 33 participants in the Greenbelt Recreation Department’s Ceramics Program will be shown at the Studio Gallery in Washington, D.C., through January 24. The juried outreach exhibit, “In the Spirit of Community: Ceramics in Greenbelt, MD” includes 43 pieces ‒ wheel-made, hand-built, tile, mosaic, functional...
MPD Seeks Assistance in Identifying Suspect in Adams Mill Road Robbery in Northwest D.C.
The Metropolitan Police Department is seeking the community's assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a recent robbery in Northwest D.C. According to the MPD's request, the incident took place early Sunday morning on December 7, 2025. At around 5 AM, the unidentified suspect allegedly assaulted a victim in...
5 Best Tex-Mex Restaurants in Fairfax, Virginia to Try
Fairfax’s Tex-Mex restaurants offer a delightful mix of tradition, creativity, and local charm. Known for its “big as yo’ face” burritos and Tex-Mex classics served in a lively, Elvis-themed setting, Chuy’s is a favorite for both locals and visitors. The menu features generous portions of...
Native News Weekly (January 18, 2026): D.C. Briefs
Every week, Native News Online brings you the latest Indian Country news and moves from Washington, D.C. Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma Selected as New FAA Drone Test Site. The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma has been chosen as one of two new test sites for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). The Choctaw...
Washington, D.C. Man Sentenced to 40 Years for First-Degree Murder of Virginia Woman at...
George Sydnor, 46, was sentenced to 40 years in prison by Superior Court Judge Neal Kravitz for the premeditated first-degree murder of 31-year-old Christy Bautista, who was killed in her room at the Ivy City Hotel in Washington, D.C., on March 31, 2023. Sydnor, who pleaded guilty on October 17, 2025, was arrested...
Gun brandished at Virginia’s Springfield Town Center prompts 45-minute lockdown
Springfield Town Center in Virginia was locked down for 45 minutes Saturday night after an individual showed a gun during an incident. Police said they got a report of a “domestic-related brandishing” incident just before 8:10 p.m. at the 6500 Springfield Mall location. It triggered a lockdown and...
4 charged in gang-related death of DC 14-year-old, body dumped in College Park
PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY, Md. (7News) — Four suspects, including two teens, have been charged in connection with the murder of 14-year-old Jefferson Amaya-Ayala from Washington, D.C. Amaya-Ayala, who was reported missing in August, was found dead months later in a Prince George’s County park, according to detectives....
Commanders Stadium, Restaurant Week, and Chevy Chase Development: D.C.’s Week In Review
D.C.’s Week In Review: Development and Culture in Washington, D.C. Washington, D.C. is undergoing significant changes in development and culture. From the unveiling of new Commanders stadium renderings to the city’s Winter Restaurant Week, these stories highlight the dynamic evolution of the nation’s capital. H2:...
A new police building in Annandale nears completion
The Fairfax County Police Department’s new building for its Operations Support Bureau is expected to open in February, says project manager James Sun. That’s three years after the facility, at 3911 Woodburn Road in Annandale, was originally supposed to be completed. The facility houses the SWAT team, bomb squad, K-9...
Narin Noodle Pho and Grill Replaces Red Maple Asian Bistro
Red Maple Asian Bistro has permanently closed at the Rock Creek Shopping Center, with the space now operating under a new concept, Narin Noodle Pho and Grill. The restaurant, located at 8315 Grubb Road next to Parkway Deli in Silver Spring, has transitioned to Vietnamese cuisine and is already drawing positive...
