Weather
DC Mayor declares State of Emergency over Potomac sewage spill
Move aims to unlock federal funding to address environmental crisis
D.C. Mayor Declares Emergency Over Potomac River Sewage Spill
Bowser seeks federal funding and support to address the environmental disaster.
Global Wildfire Risk Soars as Climate Change Fuels Dangerous Weather
Study finds number of days with extreme fire weather has nearly tripled in the past 45 years
Politics
D.C. Mayor Declares Potomac Sewage Spill Emergency, Seeks Federal Aid
Bowser requests FEMA coordination and additional technical support as month-long spill continues
How Williamsburg Tavern Conversations Shaped America's Founding
Lawmakers met in pubs a decade before the U.S. Constitution to hatch plans for the United States.
Democrats boycott Trump's SOTU, hold 'People's State of the Union' rally
Rep. Maxwell Frost and dozens of other Democrats skip Trump's address to attend counter-event on the National Mall
Sports
Wizards' George Praises Rim Protection from AD and Alex
New additions Davis and Sarr boost George's confidence in perimeter defense.
Capitals' Dylan Strome Speaks After Practice, Highlights Team's Playoff Push
Strome, Ovechkin, and Carbery share insights as Washington prepares for key NHL matchups.
Nationals Remain Undefeated in Spring Training
Tie Phillies 5-5 in Latest Exhibition Game
Lifestyle
January 2026 Home and Condo Sales in Washington, DC Revealed
Local realtor compiles monthly real estate data for PoPville
The Good Side Highlights Community Changemakers in Season 1, Episode 14
The weekly show features inspiring stories of people and programs making a positive difference in local communities.
Pulitzer-Winning Author Susan Sheehan Dies at 88
Sheehan was known for her in-depth portraits of individuals facing hardship on the margins of society.
Travel
Viareggio Carnival Concludes with Spectacular Nighttime Parade
The 2026 edition showcases elaborate floats, international collaborations, and a focus on community engagement and cultural exchange.
DHS Reverses Course, Keeps TSA PreCheck Operational
Homeland Security says PreCheck program will continue despite earlier announcement of temporary suspension.
US Reverses Course, Will Keep TSA PreCheck Program Operational
The Trump administration initially announced the program would be temporarily suspended due to the government shutdown, but later reversed the decision.
