U.S.–Ecuador Agreement Improves Access to Tightly Restricted Dairy Market
Deal eliminates tariffs, recognizes U.S. oversight, and protects common cheese names
U.S. Dairy Testifies on State of Maritime Supply Chain
CACI International Receives $659 Consensus Price Target
Lifestyle
American Institutes for Research Experts to Present at Education Conference
AIR's special education specialists will speak at the 2026 Council for Exceptional Children event.

Clarendon Church Hosts Winter Food and Toiletry Drive
Donation event to benefit local community this Saturday
7 New Restaurants Coming Soon to Northern Virginia
From a retro bagel and soda shop to a South American-style steakhouse, these eateries are generating buzz in the region.
Travel
Spots to See Cherry Blossoms Around Northern Virginia
Avoid the crowds in DC and check out these scenic locations for cherry blossom viewing.

Flights at CT Airports Grounded in Nor'easter
Tweed New Haven Airport closed, Bradley International sees over 90% of flights canceled
TSA Agents Work Without Pay as Homeland Security Funding Stalls
Travelers face potential delays as shutdown impacts airport security
Crime
Fatal Crash Shuts Down GW Parkway in Arlington
Southbound lanes diverted as police investigate deadly collision near Chain Bridge

Woman dies after laying down moped to avoid turning car in Arlington
Police say the 23-year-old victim was killed after falling and being run over
Pardoned Jan. 6 Defendant Arrested Seconds After Leaving Courthouse
Bryan Betancur, a 28-year-old from Maryland, was arrested on an outstanding warrant in Washington, D.C. just as he left an Arlington, Virginia courthouse.
Politics
Arlington Firefighters' Union Opposes Proposal to Merge Heavy Rescue Units
Union warns consolidation would hurt response times and put residents at risk

GOP senator slams Pentagon's $93B 'binge' on fruit baskets and king crabs
Sen. Joni Ernst criticizes 'impulse purchases' as military risks depleting munitions amid Trump's Iran war
Trump, 79, Plans to Win Iran War By Having Nothing Left to Lose
The former president is relying on his good fortune to execute a script any reality star would write with himself as the impresario.
Health
Major Healthcare Conferences Expected to Shape Industry Strategy in 2026
Thousands of healthcare leaders, policymakers, and technology innovators to gather at key industry events

Unapproved Pesticide Device Found In Arlington Restaurant Kitchen: Inspections
Health inspectors reported finding violations at nine Arlington food establishments during recent visits.
Surescripts Report Shows Gains in Interoperability and Prior Authorization
Annual impact report highlights collaboration and innovation in healthcare technology