Matt Ackland
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Virginia distillery worries Trump's trade war with other countries will hurt business
President Donald Trump said he is determined to close the trade imbalance between the United States and other countries, including many of our allies. → Read More
Prince George's County kidnapping victim found shot to death in DC, officials say
A murder in the District has been connected to a kidnapping across the Maryland border in Prince George's County, according to officials. → Read More
'You're spending the night killing roaches': Pastors detail poor conditions at DC Central Cell Block
A group of religious leaders said they experienced a night of horrible conditions at D.C.’s Central Cell Block after they were arrested for civil disobedience outside of the Supreme Court. → Read More
As North American wins FIFA World Cup Bid for 2026, DC region puts hat in ring for games
One day before the 2018 FIFA World Cup tournament kicks off, a major announcement comes out of Russia. The international games are coming to the US, Canada, and Mexico in 2026. → Read More
Sea of red swarms DC as Washington Capitals look to win Stanley Cup
Authorities prepared for a sea of red to swarm the Capital One Arena Thursday evening as the Washington Capitals could claim the coveted Stanley Cup with a victory over the Vegas Golden Knights in Las Vegas. → Read More
Sea of red swarms DC as Washington Capitals look to win Stanley Cup
Authorities prepared for a sea of red to swarm the Capital One Arena Thursday evening as the Washington Capitals could claim the coveted Stanley Cup with a victory over the Vegas Golden Knights in Las Vegas. → Read More
Sea of red swarms DC as Washington Capitals look to win Stanley Cup
Authorities prepared for a sea of red to swarm the Capital One Arena Thursday evening as the Washington Capitals could claim the coveted Stanley Cup with a victory over the Vegas Golden Knights in Las Vegas. → Read More
Sea of red swarms DC as Washington Capitals look to win Stanley Cup
Authorities prepared for a sea of red to swarm the Capital One Arena Thursday evening as the Washington Capitals could claim the coveted Stanley Cup with a victory over the Vegas Golden Knights in Las Vegas. → Read More
Sea of red swarms DC as Washington Capitals look to win Stanley Cup
Authorities prepared for a sea of red to swarm the Capital One Arena Thursday evening as the Washington Capitals could claim the coveted Stanley Cup with a victory over the Vegas Golden Knights in Las Vegas. → Read More
Sea of red swarms DC as Washington Capitals look to win Stanley Cup
Authorities prepared for a sea of red to swarm the Capital One Arena Thursday evening as the Washington Capitals could claim the coveted Stanley Cup with a victory over the Vegas Golden Knights in Las Vegas. → Read More
NO JINXES: DC officials publicly mum on possible Stanley Cup parade
As the Washington Capitals take a 3-1 lead into Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Finals on Thursday, DC officials will not publicly discuss possible parade details if the team wins for fear of jinxing the city. → Read More
DC preparing for possible Capitals Stanley Cup celebration Thursday night
Even though the Washington Capitals are playing Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final in Las Vegas on Thursday, D.C. officials are preparing for a huge celebration on city streets if the team wins the Stanley Cup. → Read More
Police: DC mother shot while shielding baby daughter in stroller from gunfire
D.C. police say a woman was shot Thursday afternoon while trying to protect her baby. → Read More
Police: DC mother shot while shielding baby daughter in stroller from gunfire
D.C. police say a woman was shot Thursday afternoon while trying to protect her baby. → Read More
Police: DC mother shot while shielding baby daughter in stroller from gunfire
D.C. police say a woman was shot Thursday afternoon while trying to protect her baby. → Read More
Police: DC mother shot while shielding baby daughter in stroller from gunfire
D.C. police say a woman was shot Thursday afternoon while trying to protect her baby. → Read More
Police: DC mother shot while shielding baby daughter in stroller from gunfire
D.C. police say a woman was shot Thursday afternoon while trying to protect her baby. → Read More
Cousin of DC Councilmember Trayon White injured in Southeast DC triple shooting
Three people were shot in Southeast D.C. Tuesday night and one of the victims who was injured is a relative of a D.C. council member. → Read More
New DC Fire and EMS fireboat ready to help improve water safety as Memorial Day weekend arrives
As Memorial Day weekend approaches, many people may be thinking about spending some time on or near the water. In fact, because of a surge of development along local rivers in the D.C. area, emergency officials are looking at ways to improve safety on these waterways. → Read More
Lyft opposes DC ridesharing tax increase as city officials debate budget proposals
A proposed tax increase on rides from companies such as Uber and Lyft is causing some friction between the mayor and the chairman of the city council. Now, Lyft is encouraging its customers to contact the council to fight the tax. → Read More