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DC Health reports 1st possible case of monkeypox
The patient is currently isolating and, according to DC Health, does not pose a risk to others. The CDC will confirm if the patient does, indeed, have the virus. → Read More
Fox trapped, reportedly euthanized for possibly killing 25 flamingos, 1 duck at National Zoo
Adcocks Trapping Service told WUSA9 it trapped a fox that possibly killed 25 flamingos, one duck at the National Zoo. Washington Post reports the fox was euthanized. → Read More
Police officers help woman deliver healthy newborn twin girls
During a rainy Thursday, officers were driving a woman with an infant to a shelter when they noticed her giving birth to a second newborn in the back seat. → Read More
Safeway recalls Dole Chicken Caesar salads, FSIS says
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service says that Safeway is recalling Dole Chicken Caesar Salads that were set to expire May 5. → Read More
FAA admits fault for Capitol evacuation during parachute demonstration at Nats game
The agency says it's taking immediate steps to coordinate with other agencies to avoid similar confusion regarding future aviation events in the Washington area. → Read More
Police: School employee in Northern Virginia charged with sexually assaulting 8-year-olds
An IT specialist at Jenkins Elementary School in Woodbridge is accused of sexually assaulting four 8-year-olds in his office, Prince William County police say. → Read More
Comptroller warns of potential environmental, economic consequences from stuck ship in Chesapeake Bay
The Ever Forward has been stuck in the Chesapeake Bay since March 13. → Read More
US Park Police Chief Pamela Smith to retire one year after starting the job
Pamela Smith will retire on April 30 after serving as chief for one year. NPS says Christopher Stock will serve as interim chief when she retires. → Read More
One survivor's song after apartment explosion in Silver Spring
"Music is my therapy, and I give therapy to others through my music," Karen Linette said. She's preparing for a concert in D.C. on May 11, her birthday. → Read More
Report details what went wrong when snowstorm led to standstill traffic on I-95 in Virginia
Gov. Glenn Youngkin made a statement following the release of the report blaming the Northam administration for the traffic disaster. → Read More
2 months since near-death experience, retired Air Force colonel thanks first responders who saved his life
A retired Air Force colonel, was cleaning an antique gun that accidentally discharged on Jan. 6. He almost lost his life if it wasn't for some life saving actions. → Read More
Social media post helps Virginia mom find formula to feed son with rare medical condition
A mother in Virginia was desperate when the FDA recalled baby formulas produced by Abbott Nutrition because that was the only food her son who eats by tube consumes. → Read More
Police: 1 dead, 4 hurt after shooting at Washington DC hotel
1 person died, 4 others were hospitalized. Area residents gathered Thursday to talk about the rise in crime in the neighborhood. → Read More
Youngkin signs 11 executive actions including ban on teaching critical race theory
His first executive action was banning teaching critical race theory - a subject that is not taught in Virginia public schools. → Read More
Virginia Gov.-elect plans 3-day inaugural weekend with some events open to public
Youngkin's Inauguration Jan. 15 and a parade following it is open to the public. People are also welcome to an open house at the Executive Mansion on Jan. 16. → Read More
Virginia police identify Redding woman as one of two victims of alleged 'shopping cart killer'
Police ask anyone who has any information about Anthony Robinson, 35, or who may have interacted with him (including on a dating app) to call 703-246-7800. → Read More
Virginia National Guard deployed to help with snow response Friday
At the request of VDEM, Virginia National Guard personnel have trucks and chainsaws to help with the weather response. → Read More
DC attorney general targets Proud Boys, Oath Keepers in suit against 'mobsters' behind January 6
"Our intent, as we indicated, is to hold these violent mobsters and these violent hate groups accountable and to get every penny of damage that we can," Racine said. → Read More