A man protesting the Iran war has climbed the Frederick Douglass Bridge in D.C. for the second time now. He has been camped on top of the bridge since Friday, May 1.
United States Botanic Garden showcases each state flower in honor of America’s 250th
WASHINGTON – The United States Botanic Garden is marking America’s 250th anniversary with a new exhibit showcasing official flowers from all 50 states and six U.S. territories.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore signs voting rights, dynamic pricing and foster advocacy bills
ANNAPOLIS, Md. – Maryland Governor Wes Moore signed 197 bills into law at the Maryland State House, alongside the Maryland Senate President and Maryland Speaker of the House.
Prince George’s Co., Maryland pushes for more fine dining options
LARGO, Md. – A new proposal would set aside public funds to create sit-down, family-friendly restaurants in Prince George’s County.
British royalty visits Washington; Epstein victims hold mock tea party
King Charles III and Queen Camilla are in the U.S. on a four-day visit. Meanwhile, victims of sex offender Jeffrey Epstein will hold a mock tea party outside the White House.
How jet fuel shortages could impact travel plans, European tourist economy
The number of people traveling this summer is increasing, and the number of flights may be decreasing due to uncertainty over how much airlines will have to pay for jet fuel.
The first elephant calf in 25 years at the Smithsonian National Zoo is finally on display, Linh Mai
WASHINGTON – There are fewer than 5,000 Asian elephants left in the wild, but D.C.’s National Zoo just got one of its own. Two-month-old Linh Mai is now meeting visitors for the first time.
House Rep. Rashida Tlaib introduces the Ban Warehouse Detention Act
WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib (D-MI) and activists discuss the Ban Warehouse Detention Act, a measure aimed to ban the expansion of ICE detention centers and restrict its funding.
Maryland officials honor lives lost to work zone tragedies in an annual ceremony
UPPER MARLBORO, Md. – Maryland is celebrating National Work Zone Awareness Week, holding a ceremony to honor roadside workers lost to accidents. Officials also released 2025 crash data, highlighting fewer incidents and stressing slow speeds.
Autistic children are at a higher risk of drowning – how to prepare for cooling off this summer
WASHINGTON – Following the death of a 5-year-old autistic boy, safety officials are calling for parents to prepare for a summer near the water.