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January 23, 2026
State of emergency takes effect in DC, Md. and Va. ahead of weekend snowstorm
A state of emergency is in place in D.C., Maryland and Virginia ahead of what the District's mayor calls “the largest snowfall” the region has seen in a while.
January 23, 2026
What will Manassas Regional Airport’s new name be? Here are the options
The Manassas Regional Airport could soon be renamed as airport officials move forward with a proposal intended to emphasize the facility’s role in the greater D.C. region.
January 23, 2026
Montgomery Co. school bus driver cited, but not at fault in crash that killed student, police say
A Montgomery County school bus driver has been cited in the October crash that killed an 11-year-old girl, but investigators have determined he is not at fault, police said.
January 23, 2026
The latest: DC-area’s first snowstorm of 2026
A colossal winter storm could bring significant snow and icy conditions over the weekend in the D.C. area, where preparations…
January 23, 2026
Massive sewage spill flowing into Potomac River upstream from Washington
A massive pipe that moves millions of gallons of sewage has ruptured and sent wastewater flowing into the Potomac River northwest of Washington D.C., polluting it ahead of a major winter storm that has repair crews scrambling.
January 23, 2026
Winter storm warning ahead for DC region with bitter cold, heavy snow, ice possible
A wild weekend of winter weather is kicking off in the D.C. region with a blast of arctic air Friday night, which will be followed by a massive winter storm approaching from the west.
January 23, 2026
Snowmageddon 2026? How the DC region is preparing for the incoming snowstorm
From D.C. to Maryland and Virginia, officials are undertaking various measures to ensure response teams are fully prepared to handle what could be one of the region’s biggest snowfall in years.
January 23, 2026
Fairfax Co. approves school boundary changes, set to take effect this fall
Hundreds of Fairfax County students will be zoned for new schools this fall, as part of boundary changes the school board in the Northern Virginia suburb approved Thursday night.
January 23, 2026
WATCH LIVE: Attorney says Banfield will take the stand in au pair affair murders trial
January 23, 2026
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January 23, 2026
There’s going to be lots of snow and ice to shovel this weekend. Don’t overdo it
As the D.C. region braces for significant snow and ice this weekend, doctors are urging residents to approach shoveling with caution.
January 23, 2026
Road closures in DC for annual March for Life on Friday
Some roads will be closed Friday in D.C. as thousands of demonstrators are expected to rally against abortion rights for the annual March for Life.
January 23, 2026
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January 22, 2026
Defense challenges Fairfax Co. police evidence backing up ‘catfishing theory’ in ‘au pair affair’ murders trial
The defense continued presenting its case Thursday in the "au pair affair" murders trial of Brendan Banfield, accused of plotting with his lover to kill his wife and another man.
January 22, 2026
5 injured in shooting after fight on Metrobus in Northwest DC
Police said five people were shot in Northwest D.C. on Thursday.
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