District of Columbia

Trump Unveils Plan to Build Promenade at Lincoln Memorial

Trump Unveils Plan to Build Promenade at Lincoln Memorial

‘They want to call it the ‌Trump Promenade, but I don't know if I want to do that, but it's going to be beautiful,’ President Donald Trump said.
Lawmakers Remember Tiananmen Square Massacre

Lawmakers Remember Tiananmen Square Massacre

A bipartisan group of lawmakers commemorated the victims of the Tiananmen Square massacre.
Trump Announces Rally in DC to Celebrate Nation’s 250th Birthday

Trump Announces Rally in DC to Celebrate Nation’s 250th Birthday

The president said the event would feature performances by country music singer Lee Greenwood and classical crossover artist Christopher Macchio.
Trump Admin Reports Progress in DC Beautification

Trump Admin Reports Progress in DC Beautification

It has repaired 22 fountains, restored 28 statues, and removed hundreds of graffiti tags across the nation’s capital.
Duffy Reopens Columbus Circle, Announces $465M Revamp of DC's Union Station

Duffy Reopens Columbus Circle, Announces $465M Revamp of DC's Union Station

Duffy said the work will include creating retail, parking, and office spaces.
Bystander in Serious Condition After Shooting Near White House Checkpoint; Suspect Identified

Bystander in Serious Condition After Shooting Near White House Checkpoint; Suspect Identified

The Secret Service said the bystander, who has not been identified, suffered a gunshot wound described as not life-threatening. It was not clear how he was shot.
Shots Fired Outside White House, Suspect Dead: Secret Service

Shots Fired Outside White House, Suspect Dead: Secret Service

'An individual ... pulled a weapon from his bag and began firing,' the Secret Service said.
Bowser Reinstates Limited Juvenile Curfew Under New Emergency Order

Bowser Reinstates Limited Juvenile Curfew Under New Emergency Order

Bowser announced the curfew Friday ahead of Memorial Day weekend.
United Airlines Flight Diverted After 'Unruly Passenger' Allegedly Tried to Open Door Midair

United Airlines Flight Diverted After 'Unruly Passenger' Allegedly Tried to Open Door Midair

The plane landed safely at the Washington Dulles International Airport Thursday night, where it was 'met by law enforcement to address an unruly passenger,' a United Airlines spokesperson said.
Design Plan for Trump's 'Triumphal ‌Arch' in Washington Approved

Design Plan for Trump's 'Triumphal ‌Arch' in Washington Approved

The arch would stand 250 feet tall from its base to a torch held aloft by a Lady Liberty-like figure on top of the structure.
Suspects Sought in Chipotle Navy Yard Attack

Suspects Sought in Chipotle Navy Yard Attack

The FBI Washington Field office announced a $5,000 reward, while the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) has offered a reward of up to $1,000 for the identification, arrest, and conviction of the suspects.
Suspect Wanted for Throwing Beer Keg Through Window of Famous DC Cupcakery

Suspect Wanted for Throwing Beer Keg Through Window of Famous DC Cupcakery

They urged anyone with tips to reach out to MPDC Detective Ricardo Leiva.
DC Cracking Down on ‘Teen Takeovers,’ Will Begin Prosecuting Parents

DC Cracking Down on ‘Teen Takeovers,’ Will Begin Prosecuting Parents

'These are not kids being kids. This is criminal conduct,' U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeanine Pirro said.
Highlights of Rededicate 250: Affirming America as ‘One Nation Under God’

Highlights of Rededicate 250: Affirming America as ‘One Nation Under God’

The event was part of months of nationwide celebrations tied to America’s 250th anniversary.
Thousands Attend ‘Rededicate 250’ Prayer Celebration on National Mall

Thousands Attend ‘Rededicate 250’ Prayer Celebration on National Mall

Americans gathered in the nation's capital to kick off festivities honoring the country's 250th anniversary.
Federal Agencies Announce ‘Summer Surge’ of Law Enforcement into DC Ahead of 250th Anniversary

Federal Agencies Announce ‘Summer Surge’ of Law Enforcement into DC Ahead of 250th Anniversary

The Justice Department and federal agency partners on Friday announced increased efforts to ensure safety ahead of the America 250th anniversary year celebrations.
Trump Announces National Garden of American Heroes Plans

Trump Announces National Garden of American Heroes Plans

President Donald Trump has announced plans for the National Garden of American Heroes—a new statue exhibition to be built in West Potomac Park in Washington.
Washington Event to Rededicate US as ‘One Nation Under God’

Washington Event to Rededicate US as ‘One Nation Under God’

Organizers with Freedom 250 say the event will focus on what they describe as God’s role throughout American history.
Fallen Police Officers Honored at Annual Candlelight Vigil

Fallen Police Officers Honored at Annual Candlelight Vigil

The vigil has been held on May 13 each year for the last 38 years.
Speaker Johnson Honors Fallen Officers at Capitol Vigil

Speaker Johnson Honors Fallen Officers at Capitol Vigil

National Police Week events, including memorial services and tributes, continue across Washington.
Trump Unveils Plan to Build Promenade at Lincoln Memorial

Trump Unveils Plan to Build Promenade at Lincoln Memorial

‘They want to call it the ‌Trump Promenade, but I don't know if I want to do that, but it's going to be beautiful,’ President Donald Trump said.
Lawmakers Remember Tiananmen Square Massacre

Lawmakers Remember Tiananmen Square Massacre

A bipartisan group of lawmakers commemorated the victims of the Tiananmen Square massacre.
Trump Announces Rally in DC to Celebrate Nation’s 250th Birthday

Trump Announces Rally in DC to Celebrate Nation’s 250th Birthday

The president said the event would feature performances by country music singer Lee Greenwood and classical crossover artist Christopher Macchio.
Trump Admin Reports Progress in DC Beautification

Trump Admin Reports Progress in DC Beautification

It has repaired 22 fountains, restored 28 statues, and removed hundreds of graffiti tags across the nation’s capital.
Duffy Reopens Columbus Circle, Announces $465M Revamp of DC's Union Station

Duffy Reopens Columbus Circle, Announces $465M Revamp of DC's Union Station

Duffy said the work will include creating retail, parking, and office spaces.
Bystander in Serious Condition After Shooting Near White House Checkpoint; Suspect Identified

Bystander in Serious Condition After Shooting Near White House Checkpoint; Suspect Identified

The Secret Service said the bystander, who has not been identified, suffered a gunshot wound described as not life-threatening. It was not clear how he was shot.
Shots Fired Outside White House, Suspect Dead: Secret Service

Shots Fired Outside White House, Suspect Dead: Secret Service

'An individual ... pulled a weapon from his bag and began firing,' the Secret Service said.
Bowser Reinstates Limited Juvenile Curfew Under New Emergency Order

Bowser Reinstates Limited Juvenile Curfew Under New Emergency Order

Bowser announced the curfew Friday ahead of Memorial Day weekend.
United Airlines Flight Diverted After 'Unruly Passenger' Allegedly Tried to Open Door Midair

United Airlines Flight Diverted After 'Unruly Passenger' Allegedly Tried to Open Door Midair

The plane landed safely at the Washington Dulles International Airport Thursday night, where it was 'met by law enforcement to address an unruly passenger,' a United Airlines spokesperson said.
Design Plan for Trump's 'Triumphal ‌Arch' in Washington Approved

Design Plan for Trump's 'Triumphal ‌Arch' in Washington Approved

The arch would stand 250 feet tall from its base to a torch held aloft by a Lady Liberty-like figure on top of the structure.
Suspects Sought in Chipotle Navy Yard Attack

Suspects Sought in Chipotle Navy Yard Attack

The FBI Washington Field office announced a $5,000 reward, while the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) has offered a reward of up to $1,000 for the identification, arrest, and conviction of the suspects.
Suspect Wanted for Throwing Beer Keg Through Window of Famous DC Cupcakery

Suspect Wanted for Throwing Beer Keg Through Window of Famous DC Cupcakery

They urged anyone with tips to reach out to MPDC Detective Ricardo Leiva.
DC Cracking Down on ‘Teen Takeovers,’ Will Begin Prosecuting Parents

DC Cracking Down on ‘Teen Takeovers,’ Will Begin Prosecuting Parents

'These are not kids being kids. This is criminal conduct,' U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeanine Pirro said.
Highlights of Rededicate 250: Affirming America as ‘One Nation Under God’

Highlights of Rededicate 250: Affirming America as ‘One Nation Under God’

The event was part of months of nationwide celebrations tied to America’s 250th anniversary.
Thousands Attend ‘Rededicate 250’ Prayer Celebration on National Mall

Thousands Attend ‘Rededicate 250’ Prayer Celebration on National Mall

Americans gathered in the nation's capital to kick off festivities honoring the country's 250th anniversary.
Federal Agencies Announce ‘Summer Surge’ of Law Enforcement into DC Ahead of 250th Anniversary

Federal Agencies Announce ‘Summer Surge’ of Law Enforcement into DC Ahead of 250th Anniversary

The Justice Department and federal agency partners on Friday announced increased efforts to ensure safety ahead of the America 250th anniversary year celebrations.
Trump Announces National Garden of American Heroes Plans

Trump Announces National Garden of American Heroes Plans

President Donald Trump has announced plans for the National Garden of American Heroes—a new statue exhibition to be built in West Potomac Park in Washington.
Washington Event to Rededicate US as ‘One Nation Under God’

Washington Event to Rededicate US as ‘One Nation Under God’

Organizers with Freedom 250 say the event will focus on what they describe as God’s role throughout American history.
Fallen Police Officers Honored at Annual Candlelight Vigil

Fallen Police Officers Honored at Annual Candlelight Vigil

The vigil has been held on May 13 each year for the last 38 years.
Speaker Johnson Honors Fallen Officers at Capitol Vigil

Speaker Johnson Honors Fallen Officers at Capitol Vigil

National Police Week events, including memorial services and tributes, continue across Washington.