Local

Anacostia Park to host 38th Annual Walk/5K to End HIV

Join the 38th Annual Walk and 5K to End HIV at Anacostia Park in Southeast Washington, D.C. on Dec. 7. Learn about HIV prevention and treatment.

Unlock the Best Black Friday Deals Without Breaking the Bank

Learn how to shop like a pro this Black Friday with smart strategies and tips to snag the best deals while avoiding overspending.

PIAA quarterfinal capsules

Dallas (17-4-1) When: Saturday, 1 p.m. Where: Central Columbia High School. Admission: Tickets must be purchased online through Hometown

What’s next for Initiative 83 in DC?

What’s next for the D.C. ballot Initiative 83? The measure has been approved by the voters, now it must be funded by the D.C. Council.

District Details Covid-$ Spending

An outdoor garden and learning space, college courses at Columbia University, and two full-time academic tutors were just a few of the

WANTED | Suspects caught on camera in string of overnight burglaries

2200 Block of Town Center Drive, Southeast. 3800 Block of Pennsylvania Avenue, Southeast. 1200 Block of Half Street, Southeast. 1200 Block of Half Street, Southeast. 200 Block of M Street, Southeast. The suspects and their car were captured by surveillance camera footage and can be seen below:

Zeta drug lord continued to control cartel from inside a Mexican prison, says US indictment

A U.S. indictment unsealed in the District of Columbia claims that the leader of one of Mexico's most violent gangs continued to control an offshoot group, the Northeast Cartel, from inside a Mexican

Nov. 5 General Election: Skamania County commissioner, District No. 2

I am on the Skamania County Homeless Housing Council, appointed by the county commissioners; I am also on the Healthy Skamania Advisory Board; and I was appointed to the Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities SW Advisory Board by the county commissioners.

District Metals Commences Drilling at the Stollberg Property in Sweden

District Metals Corp. is led by industry professionals with a track record of success in the mining industry. The Company's mandate is to seek out, explore, and develop prospective mineral properties through a disciplined science-based approach to create shareholder value and benefit other stakeholders.

Lebanon intersection closing this week for roundabout installation

The intersection of Columbia Road and Mason-Morrow-Millgrove Road will be closed from Friday, Oct. 18, at 8 p.m. to Monday, Oct. 21, at 6 a.m. During this time, Barrett Paving Materials will be installing a compact roundabout made of recycled materials secured to the pavement.

Substance abuse, retaining health care priorities for 9th District incumbent

Republican Joe Schmick said he wants to focus on combating substance abuse and maintaining health care access in the Ninth District if he’s reelected. He said he would support a review of budget priorities in the 2025 legislative session.

Election 2024: South Carolina 4th Congressional District candidates answer questions

William Timmons and Kathryn Harvey share background details and issues in the race, including the economy, reproductive health, and big government

Columbia County Park and Recreation Pool District question aims to start renovation project

Columbia County Park and Recreation Pool District Proposition 1 on the Tuesday, Nov. 5, general election ballot gives residents the opportunity to fund the district and start the process to

Empower Oversight appeals court decision allowing DOJ to hide justification for 'spying on Congress'

Unfortunately, the findings by the District Court failed to answer our key questions about the Justice Department’s truthfulness in its filings, such as whether they explained to the court that these subpoenas were for members of Congress and their attorneys,

'Frivolous Case'?: Greenberg Traurig Praises Dismissal of Foreign Terrorism Complaint Demanding $9B

U.S. District Judge Randolph D. Moss dismissed the amended civil complaint against the Iraqi Kurdistan Regional Government because it lacked a required "short and concise statement of the allegations,

Make Motorcycle Helmets Mandatory, Says IIHS. A Neurologist Agrees And So Do I.

Motorcycling is dangerous and that number will never be zero. But there is one thing that could bring the death toll down by 10% or around 600 humans, says the Institute, and that’s to make wearing a helmet mandatory. Currently, only 17 states and the District of Columbia have all-rider helmet laws in place.

Fighting corruption charges, Eric Adams may have a friend in SCOTUS

The Supreme Court’s high bar for public corruption might be a comfort to Adams’ defense, but experts warn of the broader political pall hanging over City Hall.

Leon volleyball tops Columbia in district semifinal action

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - The Leon High School volleyball team topped Columbia Tuesday night in district tournament semifinal action (25-12, 25-12, 25-15). Leon will face Chiles for the district championship on Thursday. The Timberwolves swept Lincoln in ...

Trump should use the Education Department, not abolish it

If Donald Trump uses the Education Department in the best way, he could have Democrats calling for it to be abolished before he leaves the White House.

Beshear, national teachers union president in Lexington rally opposition to Amendment 2

Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear joined teachers union president Randi Weingarten Tuesday to rally opponents of a constitutional amendment that they warned would defund Kentucky’s public schools. Beshear took issue with what he called “misinformation” being spread by supporters of Amendment 2.

Mental health, connectivity focus for 9th District candidate

Dr. Pam Kohlmeier said her focus, if she was elected to the Washington House of Representatives, would be on health care. Kohlmeier is running for one of two House of Representative seats in the Ninth District.

Columbia County gives updates on 10-year project

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Columbia County School District is giving an update on the building program. It’s part of a 10-year program that provides upgrades to schools using E-SPLOST funds. Some schools that could see upgrades include Evans, Lakeside, Grovetown and Harlem High School.

Columbia labor administrator opposes Miller in 41st House District [Voters Guide]

Of the 45,091 registered voters in Pennsylvania’s 41st House District, 46% are Republican, 36% are Democrat and 18% are independent or third-party voters.

Suspect Remains at Large in Valley Terrace Burglary

Authorities are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a residential burglary in Southeast DC.

Surveillance Footage Released in Hunt for Shocking Daycare Burglary Suspect

Washington, DC—Authorities are urging the public to help locate a suspect in a burglary at a daycare in Southeast DC. On October 11, 2024, at approximately 10:30 p.m., the suspect forcibly entered the establishment located in the 1100 block of Varney Street, Southeast. After stealing property, the suspect fled the scene.

Tribe expands legal push to shut Dakota Access oil pipeline

The tribe at the forefront of the fight against the Dakota Access oil pipeline has filed a new legal challenge to the line’s continued operation, saying the owner lacks official permission to cross federal land — and shouldn’t get it.

‘Not a farmer’: Pa. Senate candidate David McCormick receives tax breaks for estate in Columbia County

A state law was designed to help farmers keep their land amid rising property values. Why is Senate candidate David McCormick who himself says “is not a farmer,” benefitting?

MLSD to hold another community meeting regarding finances

The Moses Lake School District will discuss district finances in a meeting today at Vanguard Academy, 740 E. Yonezawa Blvd. The meeting starts at 6 p.m. This will be the third of four meetings in which MLSD Interim Superintendent Carol Lewis breaks down the financial errors that occurred recently,

Man Shot in D.C. While Walking Dog as Second Victim Found Nearby

A man walking his dog in Southeast DC was shot early Monday morning, leading to an investigation that has uncovered a second victim in nearby

Jackson prep roundup: Columbia Central tops Grass Lake in OT

Columbia Central and Grass Lake need overtime in soccer district semifinal; Western wins pair of matches vs. Vicksburg, Williamston

Howard University Homecoming Spurs Street Closures and Traffic Alerts in Washington D.C.

Howard University's Homecoming will cause street closures and parking restrictions in D.C. on October 18 and 19, 2024.

Sioux Tribe Files New Legal Challenge to Dakota Access Pipeline

The Standing Rock Sioux Tribe asked a court to stop the operation of the Dakota Access Pipeline, saying the environmental assessment was lacking.

Lawsuit Over Ivy League's Scholarship Ban Dismissed

The eight institutions comprising the Ivy League have won dismissal of a prospective class action by current and former student-athletes challenging member schools’ bans on athletic scholarships and other compensation for their athletes.

MPD Seeks Suspect in Southeast D.C. Burglary with $1,000 Reward for Information Leading to Arrest

MPD seeks suspect for a burglary on Valley Terrace SE and offers a $1,000 reward for information leading to an arrest.

The battleground races that will decide the fate of dwindling Democrats in the South Carolina Senate

South Carolina Republicans control the governor's mansion. They have a supermajority in the House. And they are one vote away from one in the Senate.

Victim Targeted in Disturbing Hate Crime in Northwest DC

A disturbing assault in Northwest DC has led to a call for public assistance in identifying the suspect involved.