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March 5, 2026
Public comments on President Trump’s ballroom are overwhelmingly negative
People got a chance Thursday to speak out on President Donald Trump's proposed ballroom set to be built in place of the White House East Wing, which was demolished late last year.
March 5, 2026
Two senior DC police officials placed on administrative leave
Executive Assistant Chief Andre Wright and Inspector Natasha Wright, his wife, are both off duty, a D.C. police spokesperson said, but declined to say why.
March 5, 2026
Washington Capitals reveal new cherry blossoms jersey for charity auction
March 5, 2026
Man accused in Potomac senior living facility killing, trooper shooting ruled competent to stand trial
A Montgomery County, Maryland, judge ruled Thursday that the man accused of killing a millionaire philanthropist inside an assisted living facility in Potomac is competent to to stand trial.
March 5, 2026
Most Potomac River advisories lifted, but officials say keep avoiding these areas after sewage spill
Most areas of the Potomac River that run along Virginia and Maryland have been deemed safe for recreational activities, but advisories remain in certain spots after a sewage spill.
March 5, 2026
Trump fires Homeland Security Secretary Noem after mounting criticism over her leadership
President Donald Trump says he’s replacing his embattled Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and will nominate in her place Oklahoma Republican Sen. Markwayne Mullin.
March 5, 2026
Tre’ Johnson remembered not just for Washington football, but his second career afterward
Hundreds of people packed a church in Kettering, Maryland, Thursday to mourn the death of Tre' Johnson, the former offensive lineman with the Burgundy and gold who died last month at the age of 54.
March 5, 2026
Man pleads guilty to bringing explosives to a DC church marking the start of a Supreme Court term
A New Jersey man pleaded guilty Thursday to charges that he brought dozens of homemade explosive devices to a Washington, D.C., church that was preparing for an annual Mass celebrating the start of the Supreme Court’s term, court records show.
March 5, 2026
How small, local businesses can work with NFL for the 2027 draft in DC
The excitement surrounding the 2027 NFL Draft, which will be held in D.C., isn't just about which player will end up with which team — local businesses in the region can now apply to become suppliers during the three-day event.
March 5, 2026
Plan moves ahead to better light up DC’s Union Station at night
The National Capital Planning Commission signed off Thursday on outdoor lighting enhancements intended to improve public safety, reduce energy use and make Union Station look nicer.
March 5, 2026
Cherry blossom watch 2026: Is it peak bloom yet?
When the D.C.-area weather cooperates, the final stage of the cherry blossom’s bloom cycle can last about a week. Check out the latest updates and keep up with their progress.
March 5, 2026
Virginia voter guide: Ballot asks voters about Democratic effort to redraw congressional map
Early voting on the mid-decade redistricting plan starts Friday, weeks ahead of the special election April 21.
March 5, 2026
DC’s cherry blossoms could reach peak bloom at end of March. Here’s when and how to celebrate
The National Park Service is set to share its prediction Thursday of when the Tidal Basin's cherry trees will reach peak bloom.
March 5, 2026
Beer and wine sales in Maryland grocery stores appear stalled for this year
Marylanders looking to buy beer and wine in grocery and other retail stores may have to wait a little longer.
March 5, 2026
What DC crews faced clearing trash in ‘snowcrete’ — stuck trucks, frozen cans, a broken ankle
Interim director Anthony Crispino said the elements posed major challenges in reaching trash bins in alleys, which he says make up 60% of the agency's refuse pickup routes.
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