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Immigration August 1

Crackdown on illegal immigrants voting in DC elections launched by Senate GOP

Republican lawmakers target Washington, D.C., noncitizen voting rights following 2024 election participation by approximately 400 noncitizens in the nation's capital.

US August 1

Mother of slain congressional intern says DC Council treats violent crime like a 'joke' amid unsolved killing

The mother of a congressional intern whose son was killed in a drive-by shooting criticized the D.C. council, saying it's not doing enough to protect residents.

Airport News & Updates July 31

Air traffic controller should have warned plane of Army helicopter's path ahead of fatal DC crash: FAA

Air traffic controller failed to notify commercial plane crew about approaching Army helicopter before Washington D.C. collision that killed 67 people, FAA official says.

Transportation July 31

Army helicopter that crashed with commercial plane in DC was flying above altitude limit: NTSB

The Army helicopter that collided with a plane over D.C. in January had incorrect altitude readings, contributing to the aircraft getting too close.

Airlines July 30

NTSB launches 3-day investigative hearing on deadly DC plane crash

The National Transportation Safety Board is launching a three-day investigation hearing on the D.C. plane crash that left 67 people dead.

Crime July 27

Secret Service thwarts potential threat near Trump's White House grounds with rapid response

U.S. Secret Service took a suspect into custody after they climbed a fence at the Treasury Building adjacent to the White House, the individual will face unlawful entry charges.

US July 27

Trump pens letter to grieving mother of slain congressional intern: 'Held in my heart'

President Trump sent a letter to the parents of Eric Tarpinian-Jachym, a congressional intern who was killed in a shooting in Washington, D.C.

Media July 25

Washington Post obituary section on life support as writers take buyouts: report

The Washington Post continues to face major staff exodus as all but one obituary reporter recently accepted a buyout from the major media outlet this week.

Fire Disasters July 24

Massive car explosion caught on camera rocks parking lot in major DC suburb

Arlington Fire & EMS in Virginia responded to a massive car explosion in Crystal City caused by a ruptured fuel tank that charred at least three nearby vehicles. There were no injuries.

Media July 23

Washington Post abandons newsroom integration for its social media-focused 'WP Ventures' division

Washington Post announces major changes to WP Ventures, moving the "third newsroom" project outside the traditional newsroom structure as Krissah Thompson prepares to exit the company.

Veterans July 22

House hearing examines millions of dollars' worth of improperly documented VA incentive payments

House Veterans' Affairs subcommittee chair Kiggans led a hearing on improper VA incentive payments, with recruitment payments rising 237% between 2020 and 2023.