DC Freedom 250 Grand Prix: How and when to watch Sunday’s race

Here’s when and where to watch FOX LOCAL’s coverage as the DC Freedom 250 Grand Prix takes over the National Mall.

Freedom 250 Grand Prix: How does IndyCar qualifying work?

Qualifying for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix takes over the National Mall on Saturday. Here's what you need to know.

White House ballroom work can continue for now, Supreme Court rules

The White House can continue construction on President Donald Trump’s $400 million ballroom for now, Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts ruled Friday. 

Judge sentences woman in firebomb plot to kill Treasury Secretary

A woman who admitted she planned to kill U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on the day of his Senate confirmation was sentenced Tuesday to more than six years in prison. 

National Guard troops have minimal impact on crime in DC, analysis finds

President Donald Trump’s deployment of thousands of National Guard troops to Washington, part of his crime-reduction strategy in Democratic-run cities, has become a daily fixture across the capital. But a Reuters review of court documents shows how those troops only play a small role in law enforcement. 

White House ballroom construction battle reaches Supreme Court
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The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court to allow the White House to continue its ballroom construction, as it appeals a lower court's order to halt work. Fox's Madeleine Rivera has more.

World War II Memorial vandalized in Washington D.C.
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D.C. officials report that a woman was taken into custody after allegedly vandalizing the World War II Memorial in the nation's capital.

Suspect in World War II Memorial vandalism facing felony charges, taken into custody

Authorities have taken into custody the suspect accused of vandalizing the World War II Memorial on the National Mall, where bubbles filled a fountain and "Clean hands dirty $" was written in red paint.

Jayden Daniels sends LSU cease and desist letter over No. 5 jersey decision

A representative for Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels has told LSU to stop using the 2023 Heisman Trophy winner’s name, image and likeness after the school allowed cornerback D.J. Pickett to wear the No. 5 jersey Daniels wore during his two seasons in Baton Rouge.

Karoline Leavitt to leave White House post
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Karoline Leavitt, the youngest person to ever serve as White House press secretary, will leave her position at the end of the month.

Kennedy Center must pay $252K to musician who canceled show over Trump renaming

A judge ordered the Kennedy Center to hand over more than a quarter-million dollars to Chuck Redd, the musician who had canceled a Christmas Eve performance in protest against adding President Donald Trump’s name to the building.

White House ballroom: Court says Trump needs Congress’ approval, halts construction

An appeals court ruled Friday that President Donald Trump must obtain approval from Congress before moving forward with his proposed White House ballroom, ordering construction to stop.

Mitch McConnell discharged from rehab, will continue recovery at home

Sen. Mitch McConnell says he has been discharged from a rehabilitation center and will continue intensive physical therapy at home following a fall that led to weeks of treatment.

Commanders signing All-Pro WR Stefon Diggs: report

Four-time Pro Bowl wide receiver and Maryland native Stefon Diggs is reportedly signing with the Washington Commanders.

Charges dropped against all Reflecting Pool vandalism suspects

Charges have now been dropped against all four defendants who were accused of vandalizing the recently renovated Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. 

Trump criticizes Jeanine Pirro over dropped Reflecting Pool charges: 'She choked'

President Donald Trump is continuing attacks on his own U.S. Attorney for Washington, D.C., days after the office dropped charges in the Reflecting Pool case.

America 250: National Military Monument now open on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial

A new National Military Monument exhibit is now on display on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. that allows visitors to search for loved ones who served in the U.S. military and watch their names appear seconds later across two towering digital American flag displays.