'Last year a dog won' | Kid-led 'straightest stick' contest brings smiles to Minnesota village
Siblings Setona and Soren Mahoney hosted their second annual straightest stick competition in Marine on St. Croix, Minnesota.
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Brewers-Rays will produce a first-time champion, and maybe the first all-indoor World Series
The Milwaukee Brewers and Tampa Bay Rays will face off in the first World Series between title-less teams since the Phillies defeated the Kansas City Royals in 1980.
Woodbridge woman charged after allegedly attacking officers with hammer
Andrea Lynn Bradley, 51, is accused of threatening officers with a hammer. She was arrested and is being held without bond.
Disabled train causes delays along the Red Line in both directions
No injuries have been reported at this time.
Cafe 8 temporarily closed following weekend shooting where Guardsman injured
Cafe 8 temporarily closed following the weekend shooting that injured a Guardsman.
Virginia man accused of assaulting 7-year-old at Prince William Academy
A preliminary investigation revealed that a 7-year-old boy was assaulted while in class by a teacher.
Did anyone win Powerball's $607M jackpot? Here are the winning numbers for Oct. 19
A $607 million jackpot was up for grabs in Monday's Powerball drawing. Here are the winning numbers.
Police stop suspects after robbery attempt in Northwest DC
Police are investigating a robbery attempt in Northwest DC where a group of minors allegedly confronted a victim, who escaped unharmed.
Police investigating armed robbery during marketplace meetup
A person was robbed after meeting up with another person to exchange items from a marketplace sale. The investigation is still ongoing.
Japan launches spacecraft to mysterious moons of Mars in a bold mission to bring home soil samples
Five of the world's space agencies have joined forces for the five-year mission that will attempt to land a robotic prospector plus a rover on Mars' moon Phobos.
15-year-old dies after deputy encounter in Loudoun County
A teenager died Monday after a self-inflicted gunshot wound during an encounter with a Loudoun County sheriff's deputy in Round Hill, according to authorities.
Man who took Peachy the flamingo from Las Vegas hotel exhibit found guilty of animal cruelty
A jury convicted a Canadian tourist of animal cruelty charges for snatching a flamingo named Peachy at a Las Vegas hotel.
Video shows Arizona mother fighting off home intruder; suspect claims role-play setup
An Arizona woman claimed the man assaulted her and her 1-year-old daughter after entering her home uninvited.
Lay's introduces seasonal Thanksgiving-inspired chips ahead of the holidays
Lay's will soon release five seasonal flavors just in time for Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Trump: New Mexico should 'immediately' change its name to New America
President Donald Trump suggested again on Monday that New Mexico should change its name to New America.
New renderings show proposed Sphere at National Harbor as neighbors weigh benefits, concerns
The proposed 6,000-seat venue could boost local businesses, but residents have concerns about traffic, transportation and the surrounding community.
Virginia Voter Guide 2026 General Election | What you need to know before casting your ballot
Tuesday, November 3 is Election Day in Virginia. Poll hours are 6 am until 7 pm for the General Election. Anyone in line by 7 pm will be able to vote.
Gelato sold at Lidl stores recalled over listeria
Lidl US is recalling one batch of Gelatelli Coffee & Vanilla Gelato with Coffee Sauce & Cookie Pieces because it may be contaminated with listeria.
Maryland Voter Guide 2026 General Election | What you need to know before casting your ballot
On the ballot are several statewide, federal, and local races, in addition to statewide referendums and local ballot questions.
Flock safety CEO defends Fairfax County camera surveillance ahead of county safety summit
Flock Safety CEO assures Fairfax County that its LPR network technically blocks federal access, excludes Virginia data from AI training and purges logs in 21 days.
Prosecutors challenge retroactive autism defense in DC pipe bomb case
Prosecutors contest a D.C. pipe bomb suspect's post-arrest autism diagnosis, citing a 30-year record of independent adult functioning and clean school files.
Trump calls judge in East Potomac case a 'crazed lunatic' as interior official testifies on who ordered hundreds of trees cut at historic golf course
A deputy chief of staff told a federal judge he only learned about the 2019 report the government says justifies the cutting, weeks before he ordered it carried out.
D.C. Councilmember calls for emergency closure of Barracks Row restaurant following shooting involving National Guardsman
Following a violent shooting involving a National Guardsman outside Café 8, D.C. Councilmember Charles Allen wants it closed until changes are made.
Pedestrian crash death toll rises in Fairfax County
Fairfax County Police said pedestrian crash deaths have gone from 6 in 2025 to 16 so far this year.
Ritz Crackers releasing gluten-free version of classic cracker, but only at 2 retailers
Ritz is releasing its first-ever gluten-free cracker, following in the steps of other popular cracker brands like Cheez-It and Goldfish.
DC Voter Guide General Election: What you need to know before casting your ballot
Tuesday, November 3, is election day in DC. Poll hours are 7 am until 8 pm. Anyone in line at 8 pm is allowed to vote.
When do polls close on Election Day? A guide to voting times in all 50 states
A complete guide to poll closing times for every state during the upcoming midterm elections.
Why isn't Election Day a federal holiday?
Election Day falls on the Tuesday after the first Monday in November, a tradition that dates back to 1845 for presidential elections.
Richard Riehle, 'Office Space' and 'Casino' star, dies at 78, reports say
Richard Riehle, who starred in more than 400 projects during his decades-long career, has died at age 78.
Georgia adoption journey turns gas station meeting into family 'sisterhood'
A chance conversation at a Georgia gas station led D’Amber Davis to adopt Katelyn Sparks' baby, fostering an unexpected sisterhood.
Trump signs order backed by the first lady aimed at boosting women's health research
President Donald Trump signed an order backed by first lady Melania Trump aimed at boosting women's health research.
Maryland cuts teacher vacancies by over 70% in four years, following a broad range of initiatives
Maryland teacher vacancies dropped 73.3% over four years to 572, driven by a historic $10.1B education investment, salary bumps, and expanded apprentice programs.
Florida brings more charges against former Cuba president Raul Castro
Former Cuban President Raúl Castro is facing more charges in Florida related to the 1996 downing of civilian planes flown by Miami-based exiles.
Officer who shot into car and killed 1-year-old boy justified in use of force, Mississippi attorney general says
Mississippi's attorney general said the officer who shot into a car, killing a 1-year-old boy, was justified in the use of force.
Nor'easter brings gusty winds, high surf and coastal flooding to mid-Atlantic states
A strengthening nor'easter will continue to impact to the mid-Atlantic and East Coast through Wednesday. Here's a look at the timeline.
Pepsi announces new flavor for the holiday season
Pepsi revealed a new flavor for the upcoming holiday season.
'I never found out' | Mamta Kafle Bhatt's former roommate recounts missed call, encounter with Naresh Bhatt days before arrest
Naresh Bhatt is accused of murdering his wife, Mamta Kafle Bhatt, who went missing in 2024.
Virginia congressman receives suspicious mail at Leesburg office
Rep. Suhas Subramanyam confirmed his office received an envelope containing a suspicious substance on Monday
Deputies kill man involved in Spotsylvania County shootout
A deputy was wounded and hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.
Judge grills Trump administration over plans to overhaul Washington golf course
A federal judge has questioned the Trump administration's claims about redeveloping a historic Washington golf course. On Monday, Judge Ana Reyes challenged the...
Retired Ohio man sets out to visit every US state fair
An Ohio man tackles retirement boredom by visiting every state fair in America, seeking unique local flavors and experiences.
The leap second is scrapped to prevent a major tech crash, international scientists vote
Time has run out for the leap second, as an international group of scientists has voted to end the practice of adjusting time to prevent massive computer glitches.
'Love Is Blind' Season 11 cast previews the relationships, friendships and drama
The Boston-based cast of Season 11 of "Love Is Blind" discuss filming and what to expect on the Netflix reality dating show.
Oregon man who stopped Bend elementary school shooter called to tell his mother: 'I shot and killed him, mom'
Kenda Freeman said that her son, Kaylub Giamanco, called her after he helped to stop the deadly school shooting in Bend, Oregon on Thursday.
Elon Musk says he will give a SpaceX share to every kid in America
Elon Musk pledges to give each U.S. child one SpaceX share, but details on the distribution remain unclear.
Eagles QB Jalen Hurts expected to miss the rest of the season with blood clots, source says
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts remains sidelined indefinitely because of blood clots that could cost him the rest of the season.
Police used Flock cameras to investigate Naresh Bhatt after Mamta Kafle Bhatt disappeared
Naresh Bhatt is accused of killing his wife, Mamta Kafle Bhatt, who vanished two years ago.
15-year-old girl hit on e-bike in Fairfax County
The driver who struck the girl was cited for reckless driving, according to police.
Here's what we know about the service member who fell to his death at a college football game
A service member died from injuries sustained during a pregame demonstration at a UTSA football game. An investigation is underway.
More than 1.5M pounds of meat and poultry recalled due to 'possible temperature abuse'
Kayem Foods Inc. has recalled more than 1.5 million pounds of ready-to-eat meat and poultry products. Here's what consumers should look for.
Amelia Earhart expedition crew finds 'no conclusive evidence' during search for plane wreckage
A group searching for Amelia Earhart's plane said what was originally thought to be plane wreckage on a remote island was likely a collection of large trees.
Air Force identifies service member who fell to his death rappelling at college football game
The man who fell while rappelling from the roof of the San Antonio Alamodome during a pregame ceremony has been identified as a career Air Force instructor.
Arrest made after man dies in Capitol Heights shooting
Police charged 29-year-old Michael Ritch with the murder of 45-year-old Devin Mason.
Buyer of Neil Armstrong's childhood home has plans to open it up for public tours
Astronaut Neil Armstrong's childhood home has been bought by a historic group that wants to open it up for tours, showing how the first man on the moon got started.
Miley Cyrus pays tribute to godmother Dolly Parton, wipes away tears during Hollywood Bowl concert
Clutching a tissue while a black-and-white photo of Dolly Parton was projected overhead at the Hollywood Bowl, Miley Cyrus reflected on the death of her godmother.
Fairfax firefighters battle abandoned building blaze in Reston
No injuries were reported.
Popular French restaurant in Georgetown damaged in fire
Authorities say an electrical panel sparked a Prospect St NW fire Sunday night.
Canada awaits Alberta referendum results after Carney urges voters to reject separation
Voters in Alberta are deciding Monday whether to begin a process that could lead to independence, testing national unity amid U.S. President Trump's trade war.
National Guardsman wounded in late-night Capitol Hill shooting
A spokesperson says the National Guard member was treated at the hospital and has been released.
1 hospitalized after fire breaks out at Prince George's County home, officials say
The fire department says the blaze began in the basement of the two-story home and extended to cars outside of it.
Prince George’s County students build tiny home selling for $55K; proceeds going toward future projects
Students in Crossland and Bladensburg high schools built the home as part of a hands-on construction program, with proceeds supporting future students.
Sandlot Largo opens in Downtown Largo with focus on community and development
The new cultural and entertainment space is designed to bring people together as Prince George’s County continues to invest in the area’s growth.
3 people displaced, cat dead following fire at Southeast DC home
Officials say the fire started in the basement but did not say how. Here's what we know.
Cindy Crawford remembers son Presley Gerber in social media post
Model Cindy Crawford mourned the loss of son Presley Gerber — who died at 27 in September — in a social media post Sunday.
Woman released after truck drives onto Kansas youth soccer field, killing 2
A 34-year-old woman was released pending further investigation after a pickup truck struck people at a Wichita, Kansas, soccer field, killing two.
Trump says he will close historic DC golf course for 15 months of renovations
President Donald Trump plans to close Washington’s historic East Potomac Golf Course for 15 months as a legal challenge to his renovation moves forward.
Cancer doesn’t care about your insurance coverage — unfortunately, treatment costs do
A Howard University study links Medicaid expansion to better breast cancer survival, especially for women with late-stage disease.
5 injured, 1 killed in 3 shootings in Northwest DC overnight
A series of shootings in Northwest left five injured and one dead over the weekend. Police investigations are ongoing, with no suspects identified.
New survey reveals what makes someone a bad travel companion
A Booking.com survey of more than 29,000 travelers found that bad trips have led some people to reconsider relationships and friendships.
From 90 Degrees to the 30s: Cold mornings could trigger a headache for some
The sudden shift from summerlike warmth to chilly fall mornings can be more than a shock to the wardrobe. For some people, it may also trigger a headache.
Air Force service member dies after incident during pregame ceremony at Texas football game
An Air Force service member died after being injured during a pregame ceremony at a University of Texas at San Antonio football game.
Metal bracket falls from Cedar Point roller coaster into guest area
Cedar Point closed its Millennium Force roller coaster after a metal bracket fell into a guest area, days after a fatal incident at another Six Flags park.
Faithful gather to welcome Pope Leo back for Sunday blessing after cancer surgery
Pope Leo XIV delivered his first public blessing since lung cancer surgery, returning to St. Peter’s Square four days after the operation.
Howard University homecoming brings alumni, students, community together
For many Howard graduates, the annual celebration is more than a party. It’s a chance to reconnect with the university and a community that stays with them.
Did anyone win Powerball's $600M jackpot? Here are the winning numbers for Oct. 17
A $600 million jackpot was up for grabs in Saturday's Powerball drawing. Here are the winning numbers.
Police investigating after shots fired on East Market Street in Leesburg
Police say no injuries were reported in connection with the shooting, which happened as an individual was allegedly being assaulted.
Grass fire at Canadian military base kills 4 soldiers and critically injures 19 other people
Four service members were killed and dozens more seriously injured in a fire at a military base in Alberta, Canada, on Saturday the prime minister said.
DC safety coalition calls for sidewalk ban, license plates for e-bikes and e-scooters after deadly crash
The push for stricter regulations comes one week after a D.C. government employee was killed in an e-scooter collision on Capitol Hill.
2 killed, 11 others hospitalized, including children, after car drives through Kansas soccer field, police say
A child and an adult were killed after a vehicle drove through a soccer field in Kansas on Saturday, police said. "Multiple" others were taken to hospitals.
Val Chmerkovskiy suspended from 'Dancing With the Stars' after social media post
Val Chmerkovskiy was suspended from "Dancing With the Stars" for a week after making what the network called an "inappropriate" social media post.
Search continues after boat capsizes off Baja California coast. 16 rescued, but others missing
Authorities are searching for 11 people believed to be missing after a boat departing from Mexico capsized off the coast of Baja California.
Bystander, teacher, parent helped prevent 'more bloodshed' in Oregon school shooting, police say
Police credited a bystander, a parent and a teacher with helping prevent further tragedy during a deadly elementary school shooting in Bend, Oregon.
Stop using this Power Quick Pot pressure cooker immediately, CPSC warns
Federal safety regulators are warning consumers to dispose of a Power Quick Pot pressure cooker after reports of serious burn injuries.
Florida man killed by nearly 12-foot alligator while fishing at park
A 71-year-old man was killed by an 11-foot, 8-inch alligator while fishing at a Florida park, marking the state's second fatal attack this year.
WNBA Finals 2026: How to watch the Golden State Valkyries vs. Atlanta Dream
The Golden State Valkyries and Atlanta Dream will face off in the WNBA Finals, with the first game airing Saturday on NBC.
A farmer found an 11-foot metal object in a Minnesota cornfield. Its origin remains a mystery
An 11-foot metallic object found in a western Minnesota cornfield is being investigated by state and federal agencies.
Zelenskyy urges support for new US sanctions on Russia after Trump puts them on hold
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy urged support for Russia sanctions after Trump paused new restrictions as Russian strikes targeted energy sites ahead of winter.
Vatican says Pope Leo to be released from the hospital Saturday, 4 days after lung cancer surgery
Pope Leo XIV is expected to return to the Vatican Saturday after surgery confirmed lung cancer, with a public blessing planned for Sunday.
Coastal homes burn as hot winds fuel California fires
High winds are fueling a fast-moving fire that has burned homes in Southern California. At least six homes burned on Friday.
‘House on Pumpkin Hill’ brings Halloween to Pimmit Hills in Fairfax County
One home on Anderson Road near Lisle Avenue is taking Halloween scarily seriously. Head over to see hand-carved pumpkins, a creepy cemetery and homemade fog machine!
Did anyone win Mega Millions' $403M jackpot? Here are the winning numbers for Friday, Oct. 16, 2026
The Mega Millions jackpot has grown to $403 million after a ticket sold in Florida won a massive $803 million prize in July.
DC police launch e-bike, e-scooter safety campaign as traffic deaths rise by 62%
The new campaign comes after three deadly crashes involving e-bikes and e-scooters in the past month. Police hope education will help prevent future tragedies.
At least 10 more Congressional offices report receiving suspicious white powder, threatening letters
Members of Congress in several states reported receiving packages containing white powder Friday.
Dunbar High School homecoming parade returns with hype after Howard's gets cancelled
The sudden cancellation of Howard University's parade left a gap that Dunbar officials felt a need to fill. The parade will take place on Sat. Oct. 24.
Trump puts new Russia sanctions passed by Congress on hold, saying waiver is in US national interest
President Donald Trump signed an executive order that puts on hold a sanctions package targeting the Russian economy.
New Mexico judge tosses charges against actor Timothy Busfield, citing prosecutor misconduct
A New Mexico judge dismissed a grand jury indictment that accused actor Timothy Busfield of four counts of criminal sexual contact with a child.
Are the Commanders' stadium garage locations settled? The District and team won't say
The District said work underway isn't tied to any specific building, but stopped short of saying where the garage will go.
Daily Dose | Helping kids thrive this school year with mental health days, better breakfasts, sports snacks and picky eaters
When should kids take a mental health day? Plus, smart breakfasts, pre-practice snacks and tips to help picky eaters try new foods.
Cause of death released for pro wrestler Benjamin 'Pac' Satterley, reports say
The cause of death has been released for Benjamin Satterley, who wrestled for AEW under the name "Pac." He was 40.
5-year-old hops the fence during recess; teachers charged
School staff located the boy unharmed and brought him back to school.