DC Mayor Declares Emergency Over Massive Potomac River Sewage Spill
Bowser requests federal aid to help repair leak and assess environmental damage
Receiver, Endlings, and JJX to Perform at Popville Event
Caffé Nero Acquires Bankrupt Compass Coffee for $4.76 Million
Weather
Forecast Models Clash on Potential Northeast Snowstorm
Meteorologists struggle to reconcile sharply divergent predictions less than 48 hours before storm's arrival.

National Propane Gas Association Addresses Northeast Supply Concerns
Industry group says extreme weather has led to higher demand, not supply disruptions
Potential Nor'easter to Bring Snow to Mid-Atlantic This Weekend
Forecasts show chances of significant snowfall in DC, MD, and VA, but uncertainty remains
Lifestyle
Melania Trump Donates Inaugural Gown to Smithsonian
Former First Lady calls dress a 'black and white masterpiece' that 'showcases America's pure spirit of originality'

Malabar, DC's New Contemporary Southern Indian Restaurant, Focuses on Seafood
Restaurateur Ashok Bajaj brings his 20th eatery to the Forest Hills neighborhood.
11 Best Korean Oil Cleansers to Melt Away Makeup
Dermatologists and beauty editors share their top picks for oil cleansers that dissolve sunscreen and stubborn makeup.
Sports
Pacers vs. Wizards: How to Watch NBA Game on February 20
TV channel, streaming options, and key player statuses for the Indiana Pacers vs. Washington Wizards matchup.

D.C. United signs former Union star Tai Baribo
Baribo, who scored 25 goals the past two seasons for Philadelphia, joins D.C. United on a $4 million Designated Player deal.
Top-5 Showdown: No. 1 Michigan vs. No. 3 Duke, No. 2 Houston vs. No. 4 Arizona
Saturday's marquee college basketball matchups could shape the race for the No. 1 overall NCAA tournament seed.
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.
Automotive
Free2move Offers Warm Commute Option in D.C. Winter
App-based vehicle access by the minute, day, or week helps riders avoid cold platforms and waits

EPA Scraps Hated Start-Stop Mandate
Regulators eliminate compliance credits that forced automakers to install the unpopular feature.
BMW Recalls Nearly 60,000 Vehicles Over Fire Risk
Potential A/C short-circuit issue prompts major recall of BMW models.