Americans step out for their nation's 250th in a proud moment sown with division and doubt
Whether all the partying to come gives the nation a breather from disunity or aggravates it is an open question.
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America 250 celebrations bring extraordinary security challenge to Washington
Federal law enforcement authorities are preparing for one of Washington, D.C.'s, largest and most complex security operations as the nation’s capital gears up to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the nation’s freedom.
Touring Trump's Washington: How the president is putting his imprint on the nation's capital
Since returning to office 17 months ago, Trump has demonstrated a continuing fixation with the District of Columbia.
NFL releases dates and details for the 2027 NFL draft to be held on National Mall in Washington
The NFL announced dates and details on Thursday for the 2027 NFL draft to be held in Washington, D.C.
Brandon Aiyuk says he will sign with the Commanders if the 49ers grant his wish for a release
Disgruntled receiver Brandon Aiyuk said he would sign immediately with the Washington Commanders if the San Francisco 49ers grant his wish and release him.
Sabres agree to send Alex Tuch to the Capitals as part of sign-and-trade deal, AP source says
The Buffalo Sabres have agreed to a sign-and-trade deal in sending veteran forward Alex Tuch to the Washington Capitals, a person with knowledge of the move told The Associated Press on Wednesday.
Phillies score 8 runs in the ninth inning and rally past the Nationals 14-9
Bryson Stott's three-run homer highlighted Philadelphia's eight-run outburst in the ninth inning and the Phillies rallied to beat the Washington Nationals 14-9 on Tuesday night.
After a difficult rebuild, the Wizards have new hope after adding Dybantsa with the No. 1 pick
It has been nearly a half-century since Washington was a real championship contender in the NBA.
The Washington Wizards select AJ Dybantsa with the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft
The Washington Wizards selected forward AJ Dybantsa, who led the nation in scoring in his one season at BYU, with the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft on Tuesday night.
Capitals acquire Jordan Kyrou from the Blues as trades ripple across NHL ahead of draft
The Washington Capitals acquired right winger Brandon Kyrou in a trade with the St. Louis Blues on Thursday, keeping the player movement around the NHL spinning ahead of the draft later this week and with free agency on the horizon.
The Washington Wizards are on the clock with the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft
The Wizards have the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft on Tuesday night, with AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson and Cameron Boozer among the options after strong freshman seasons in college.
Mead and Garcia Jr. homer, Griffin pitches into 8th inning and Nationals beat Phillies 4-1
Curtis Mead and Luis Garcia Jr. homered, Foster Griffin pitched 7 1/3 strong innings and the Nationals beat the Phillies 4-1 on Monday night in the opener of a four-game series between the division rivals.
Virginia legislators advance $205 billion budget including new tax on data centers
Energy consumption tax will reap $1.2 for the state over the biennium
Trae Young agrees to a 4-year extension with Washington Wizards, AP source says
Trae Young has agreed to a four-year extension with the Washington Wizards, one that would be worth about $212 million if he picks up the final year of the deal, a person with knowledge of the agreement told The Associated Press on Monday.
Young Washington Mystics on rise after road wins over Liberty and Lynx
The Washington Mystics have really grown on their recent road trip after suffering some tough lessons early in the season.
Jonny DeLuca hits 2-run home run in 7th to lift Rays to 4-3 win over Nationals
Jonny DeLuca hit a two-run home run in the seventh inning to lift the Tampa Bay Rays to a comeback 4-3 victory against the Washington Nationals on Sunday.