Death of teen in foster care prompts call for reform in Maryland
WBFF-FOX Baltimore — The tragic death of 16-year-old Kanaiyah Ward in a Baltimore hotel has intensified calls for changes in Maryland's foster care system. Ward, who was under the supervision of the Department of Human Services and receiving services from Fenwick Behavioral Services, was found dead last week....
Raising Cane’s to open 7 new locations by end of October. See where.
More "Craveable Chicken Finger Meals" are on the way as Raising Cane’s announced plans to open seven new locations across the East Coast this month. Raising Cane’s confirmed the openings, including the chicken chain's second locations in Delaware, near Delaware State University, and in Washington, D.C., "steps away...
About that Helicopter Circling Columbia Heights – Shooting Last Night – Reader reports: “we...
A helicopter has been circling the northern part of Meridian Hill Park for about an hour now. I am not sure I even want to know why — it’s past 3am.”. “Alert: Shooting investigation in the 1400 block of Clifton Street, NW. Have info? Call 202-727-9099 or text...
DC Police Issue Urgent Appeal for Missing 15-Year-Old Kaitlen Session in Northeast Washington
The DC Police Department has issued an alert for a critical missing person, 15-year-old Kaitlen Session, who was last seen on Thursday, October 2, 2025, in the 500 block of 50th Street NE. Details about her disappearance are currently sparse, but her family and the police are urgently seeking information from the...
DC man provides $4k in meals for federal workers during shutdown
Many federal workers are worried about how they will be able to put food on the table, but one D.C. man is stepping up in a big way by offering to pay for thousands of dollars' worth of meals.
Feds evict popular luxury lounge from Shaw DC location, neighbors pushed for them to...
WASHINGTON (7News) — U.S. Marshals kicked a luxury D.C. lounge out of the Shaw neighborhood, one with past troubles, and that multiple neighbors have been pushing for its removal. Play DC Lounge was the spot in the Northwest neighborhood of Shaw; packed every night into the morning and known...
Country Calling brings beachside buzz to Ocean City as fans travel near and far
OCEAN CITY, Md. - Country Calling is back at the inlet this weekend, drawing beachgoers and country fans for three days of live music, food and coastal views. The festival opened Friday with a full slate of performers and a steady flow of attendees moving between stages as vendors served crowds under sunny skies.
Deadly April Police Shooting Of Jamal Wali In Fairfax County Was Justified, Prosecutor Says
Commonwealth’s Attorney Steve Descano released his findings into the April 23, 2025, officer-involved shooting on Majestic Lane in Fair Oaks. He concluded that Officer Ian Lachapelle “reasonably believed deadly force was necessary” when he opened fire on Wali during a violent traffic stop. Wali, a Fairfax resident,...
Maryland unveils ‘historic’ $340 million settlement with Conowingo Dam owner
Maryland officials unveiled a $340 million settlement and issued a new water quality certification to the Conowingo Dam, clearing the way for dam owner Constellation Energy to seek a new 50-year federal license to operate the hydroelectric facility.
Northern Virginia nonprofit provides free piano lessons to low-income students
Piano & More teacher Randie Goodie compares his style of teaching to "School of Rock," the 2003 movie starring Jack Black. While introducing students to music theory and how to play their favorite songs, Goodie drops in life lessons such as self-confidence and perseverance. So far, so much like Jack Black. There's...
