D.C. Councilmember Brianne Nadeau said “it’s not easy to step away, especially at such a difficult time for our community and our country. But I do believe that it is the right time for me, for my family, and for Ward 1.”
BREAKING: Pope Francis, a reformer who rattled the Catholic Church’s conservatives but inspired progressives by reaching out to gay people and championing the rights of immigrants and the poor, has died at age 88.
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A Howard County resident tested positive for measles after returning from international travel, according to the Maryland Department of Health and Howard County health officials.
Officials say the measles case is not associated with the measles outbreak in Texas and New Mexico.
An official at USAID has been placed on leave after writing a memo to staff — including those placed on leave or laid off — saying the funding cuts and layoffs from Trump and Musk "will no doubt result in preventable death, destabilization, and threats to national security on a massive scale."
NEW: The judge DENIED TikTok's motion to dismiss our lawsuit over its exploitation of children.
The judge also agreed to UNSEAL most of our lawsuit — revealing data never before seen by the public.
These are the unredacted facts on how TikTok fails to protect children on its app. ⬇️ ⬇️ ⬇️
Gov. Youngkin commuted the prison sentence of a former Fairfax County officer who shot and killed an unarmed shoplifting suspect.
Wesley Shifflett was sentenced to 3 years in prison after the death of Timothy Johnson outside Tysons Corner Center. He was convicted of reckless handling of a firearm.
In a renewed attempt by President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk to demand answers from the government workforce, some federal workers received another email on Friday night requiring them to explain their recent accomplishments.
“Montgomery County has long believed in the promise of public education and in the promise of our students. But do we only believe in that promise during the easy times?”
As the Trump administration fires federal employees, lays them off and urges them to resign, officials in the D.C. area are offering resources for workers.
Here’s a running list of the help that D.C., Maryland and Virginia officials say is available.
Pope Francis is in critical condition after he suffered a long asthmatic respiratory crisis that required high flows of oxygen, the Vatican said.
The 88-year-old has been hospitalized for a week with a complex lung infection.
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A figure skating tribute will take place in Washington, D.C., in early March to support victims of the midair collision and crash outside Ronald Reagan International Airport.
Gov. Wes Moore and other state officials unveil a new design concept for Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge.
“We still have work to do but this is an incredibly important step forward,” Moore said.
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When a rookie D.C. firefighter noticed one of the victims recovered from the Potomac River last week was a soldier, he decided to stand guard over the body for hours until he was relieved by a member of the military.
Staff Sgt. Ryan O’Hara was the crew chief of the Black Hawk helicopter.
A group of fans welcomes the @wshcommanders.bsky.social back home after an incredible season. Quarterback Jayden Daniels took time to sign autographs. Fans say they didn’t want to miss the opportunity to let the players know the DMV is thankful for them. @nbcwashington.com @jpfinlaydc.bsky.social
“CIA assesses with low confidence that a research-related origin of the COVID-19 pandemic is more likely than a natural origin based on the available body of reporting,” a CIA spokesperson said.
150 days till summer
Supporters still in line cheer after seeing President Trump be sworn in on one of the large screens outside the arena, @mauriciocasillas.bsky.social reports.
Predicted snowfall totals are on the rise. Be sure to check in with @nbcwashington.bsky.social's StormTeam4 for the latest on the winter storm.
MAGA world has been embroiled in a debate over the H-1B Visa program, with one faction defending the visas and another arguing the program allows foreigners to take American jobs. Trump allies, including Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, argued online that the program benefits the country.
The footage made public Friday shows correctional officers repeatedly punching Brooks in the face and groin as he sits handcuffed on a medical examination table.
As one of the officers uses a shoe to strike Brooks in the stomach, another yanks him up by his neck and drops him back on the table.
Burgundy & Gold beat the Birds in thrilling fashion. The Commanders are now on the verge of making the playoffs after handing the Eagles their first loss since late Sept.
@jpfinlaydc.bsky.social will have reaction from a wild game coming up on @nbcwashington.bsky.social at 6.
How do you think this one ends up finishing?
BREAKING: House rejects Republican bill to keep the government funded temporarily on eve of a deadline to avoid a shutdown.
The deadline to avoid a shutdown is Dec. 20, @nbcnews.com reports. Both parties need to reach an agreement on a full funding deal -- or, the only realistic solution at this point, a continuing resolution (CR) that would temporarily fund the government into early 2025.
The CR text was released Tues.
BREAKING: The Supreme Court will hear TikTok's challenge to a law that could ban the app by next month, but declines to block the ban while the case is being considered.
Dr. Kisha Davis (@kishadavis), Montgomery County's chief health officer, wants new mothers to know they're not alone and don't have to suffer in silence. She recognizes it can be difficult to talk about postpartum struggles.
“It’s really about not ignoring having that conversation,” Davis said.
Mentally preparing to watch Tottenham again 😓
Maryland is one of a few states that restricts most beer and wine sales to liquor stores due to decades-old regulations. The issue has sparked a debate, with @govwesmoore.bsky.social
wanting law makers to allow grocery stores to sell beer and wine. @nbcwashington.bsky.social
