Health
DC to Lift Potomac River Safety Warning After Sewage Spill
Daily water testing to begin as repairs continue upstream in Maryland
Trump Administration Moves to Rollback Clean Air Regulations, Advocates Warn of Health Impacts
Environmental groups say the repeal will increase dangerous pollution levels in Maryland and the Chesapeake Bay region.
Illinois Erases Over $1.1B in Medical Debt for 500,000 Residents
State program has spent $10 million to eliminate more than 100 times that amount in unpaid medical bills
Weather
Feds Grant Aid to DC for Potomac Sewage Spill Repair
Trump administration coordinates with DC, Maryland, and Virginia to address collapsed pipe dumping wastewater into the Potomac River
Potomac Sewage Spill Hurts Oyster Industry, But Not for Obvious Reasons
Water quality downstream is safe, but fear of contamination has devastated oyster sales and harvesting
Trump Approves Federal Aid for Potomac River Sewage Spill
President authorizes EPA to lead cleanup efforts after sewer line collapse in Washington, D.C.
Politics
Potomac Sewage Spill Exposes Diversity Concerns at DC Water
Massive spill raises questions about infrastructure maintenance and leadership priorities
Maryland Governor Prays for Trump Amid Feud
Moore says he feels 'bad' for the president, despite their public disagreement over the National Governors Association and a sewage spill in the Potomac River.
U.S. Bill Aims to Address Deconfliction Hazards After D.C. Mid-Air Crash
The bipartisan-sponsored ALERT Act addresses key safety recommendations following a fatal collision between a regional jet and a military helicopter near Reagan National Airport.
Crime
Man Accused of Killing Elderly Philanthropist, Shooting at Maryland Trooper
Competency evaluation requested for 22-year-old suspect Marquise James
Maryland Assisted Living Worker Charged in Millionaire's Murder, Shooting at Trooper
Marquis Emilio James, 22, accused of disguising himself in wigs to kill 87-year-old Robert G. Fuller Jr. and shoot at a state trooper
Suspect in Maine Philanthropist's Murder Makes First Court Appearance
Marquise Emillo James, a medication technician at the victim's senior living facility, is accused of premeditated murder.
Entertainment
2026 Team USA Winter Olympians Who Should Compete on 'DWTS' Season 35
Several standout athletes from the 2026 Winter Olympics are strong candidates to compete in Dancing With the Stars Season 35.
The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 10 Reunion Concludes with Drama and Revelations
The Grande Dame Karen Huger makes a triumphant return, while Monique exposes a secret about Stacey and Wendy's legal troubles take center stage.
Candiace Dillard Bassett's Husband Slams 'Traitors' Star Rob Rausch for Targeting His Wife
Chris Bassett alleges Rausch 'don't like women' after he voted out Dillard Bassett and Lisa Rinna on the Peacock reality show.
