Shooter convicted of 1997 ambush killing of DC officer to seek release
Officer Brian Gibson was D.C.-born and raised, proud to wear the uniform of the Metropolitan Police Department, serving and protecting the people of his hometown. But in February 1997, he was ambushed at random by a man described in court as angry at being thrown out of the Ibex nightclub by an off-duty officer.
DC dentist, hygienist guilty of $4 million Medicaid fraud
A dentist and hygienist who worked at Washington Smile Center were found guilty of fraud and taking $4 million from Medicaid.
Suspects wanted after burglarizing businesses in Northeast DC
WASHINGTON - D.C. police are asking the public for help identifying suspects who broke into a popular market, stealing hundreds of dollars from three restaurants inside. One of the businesses hit by the thieves was the Bryant Street Market in the 600 block of Rhode Island Avenue, NE, around 3 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 7.
D.C. Restaurant Scene Claws Back After Brutal Year of Closures
At Wednesday’s State of the Plate meeting, the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington told members that the District’s dining scene is finally showing early signs of a rebound after a punishing 2025 that saw record closures and softer foot traffic. Operators described the recovery as cautious, with sales,...
Victim stabbed in head after confronting suspects slashing tires in Montgomery County: Police
A victim was stabbed in the head after confronting multiple suspects who were seen slashing a vehicle's tires in Montgomery County, according to police.
2 DC firefighters hurt, 9 displaced after home caught fire in Petworth
Two firefighters were taken to the hospital overnight after battling a blaze in Petworth. Nine people were also displaced, according to the DCFD.
D.C. Sneaks Back Into A Blockbuster-Style Booze Den
Washington, D.C. is throwing it back to the Blockbuster era this week as Back 2 The Video Store, a 1990s-themed speakeasy, moves into a tucked-away space inside the National Union Building. The pop-up flips the downtown spot into a VHS-style rental shop loaded with lava lamps, pogs and staged movie moments that are...
MCPS Celebrates Estelle Moore’s 55 Years in Education
Montgomery County Public Schools wrapped up Black History Month by honoring some of its longest-serving educators, and among those recognized was a familiar and deeply respected face to generations of Silver Spring families, Mrs. Estelle Moore. The celebration, held last week at the Carver Educational Services Center...
University of Maryland unfairly prioritizes out-of-state applicants
The University of Maryland ran a strict program this year when it came to admitting students who live in the state of Maryland. Approximately 10,412 out of 18,487 applicantants got rejected from their own state school including those who qualified for getting admitted and met the standard that the school expected.
Greenbelt officer completes DoorDash delivery after ticketing driver
WASHINGTON — Even if it's not by an official driver, your DoorDash will always make it to you. On Wednesday, the Greenbelt Police Department shared how they had to complete a DoorDash delivery for a driver who got their car towed. On Tuesday night, a Greenbelt Police officer reported...

















