Guard deployment to Washington into 2029 will cost roughly $1.4B, estimate shows
The Defense Department said in its estimate the cost assumes there will be an average of 2,500 National Guard members in Washington through January 2029.
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Justice Department moves to drop case against ex-Olympian charged with damaging Reflecting Pool
The Justice Department moved Friday to dismiss a criminal case charging a former Olympian with deliberately damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, saying evidence prosecutors had recently received refuted the idea that vandals were to blame.
Trump announces a $22.5 billion makeover of Dulles airport that will eliminate the 'people movers'
In place of the people movers, the airport will add a new U-shaped passenger train, a central walking tunnel and more moving walkways.
Virginia study on groundwater, data centers calls for tighter water regulations
Produced by environmental scientists, the report said regulators should have more authority to reject industrial water withdrawal permits, force entities to examine alternative sources of water and clamp down on users who might be using more water than they should be.
March for democracy planned for anniversary of historic MLK-led 1963 Washington march
A large coalition led by the Rev. Al Sharpton and the family of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. will mark the anniversary of the historic March on Washington next month with a march for democracy.
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.
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.