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Live updates: Blue tsunami sweeps the midterms as Democrats take control of Congress
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Same-sex marriage, reproductive freedoms to be enshrined in Virginia constitution
NBC News projects that Virginia voters have enshrined the right to reproductive freedoms, marriage equality and voting rights for former felons in the state constitution.
Maryland voters approve Democratic-backed redistricting amendment
Maryland voters approved a constitutional amendment that paves the way for Democrats to redraw their state’s congressional map, NBC News projects.
Lewis George projected to win DC mayoral race
Ward 4 Councilmember Janeese Lewis George will win D.C.’s mayoral race, NBC News projects.
Tuesday's elections bring historic first for Black governors
For the first time in U.S. history, multiple elected Black governors will serve at the same time — and it remains possible that voters will elect more this year than the three who have already won so far.
Cox v. Moore II: Maryland governor projected to win rematch
Republican Dan Cox once again ran against incumbent Democrat Wes Moore in a rematch of the 2022 Maryland gubernatorial race. Polls closed at 8 p.m.
Google to shut off search for schools that opt-out of AI
Google announced Tuesday morning that it would switch off AI products by default for students in schools that use the technology giant’s education software. But those schools that forgo its AI services would also be cut off from Google Search.
Escaped Tennessee inmate captured, authorities say
Jacob Allen Morley, the convicted murderer who escaped from a Tennessee prison, is in custody, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation said Tuesday.
Recap: Democrats win control of the House and Senate
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Recap: Lewis George, Moore projected to win in DC and Maryland in pivotal 2026 elections
Voters in the DMV and across the U.S. headed to the polls and drop boxes Tuesday for what was a consequential midterm election.
Storm Team4 Forecast: Clear and comfortably cool Election Night
4 things to know about the weather: Tuesday was our 17th consecutive day without any rain in D.C., and we’ll likely see 18 days straight without rainfall, which isn’t uncommon in autumn.
Anthony Davis, AJ Dybantsa lead Wizards to 103-94 win over Magic
Anthony Davis had 29 points and eight rebounds, AJ Dybantsa added 21 points in his third NBA game and the Washington Wizards beat the Orlando Magic 103-94 Monday night.
North Bethesda rental home trashed during Halloween party with hundreds of teens
A Halloween party at a short-term rental in North Bethesda spilled into a neighborhood, with video showing a large crowd of teens in the street and even on the roof of the home.
‘It was awful': Dog injured in Del Ray hit-and-run
An Alexandria family is searching for the driver who hit their dog and then took off.
Prosecution rests in Naresh Bhatt trial after emotional testimony from Mamta's brother
Prosecutors rested their case Monday in the trial of Naresh Bhatt, the Northern Virginia man accused of killing and dismembering his wife, Mamta Kafle, more than two years ago.
‘Are you serious, dude?' Commanders fans locked in Metro station after game
While the Commanders gave fans plenty to cheer about on the field Sunday, some got an unwelcome surprise at the end of the Orange Line in Northern Virginia.
Robert White announces resignation from DC Council to be eligible for congressional seat
D.C.’s Democratic nominee for Congress, Robert White, announced his resignation from the D.C. Council on Monday in order to be eligible to take Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton’s office.
Trump spends day before midterm Election Day promoting Reflecting Pool makeover
As Republicans and Democrats were making their final pitch to voters on the eve of Election Day, President Donald Trump opted to forgo the campaign trail and instead spoke at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, drawing attention to an expensive, problem-plagued repair job in a place far away from most of the people…
Kennedy Center names the 2026 honorees as Trump renovation battle moves the show offsite
The Kennedy Center said Monday that Paul Anka, David Foster, Andy Garcia, David Mamet and Barbara Mandrell would be recognized at this year’s Kennedy Center Honors, which will be held away from the iconic performing arts venue for the first time as President Donald Trump battles with a federal court over his plans to…
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Trump to give closing midterm pitch at problem-plagued Reflecting Pool
President Donald Trump is making his closing pitch of the midterm elections at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, pushing his slow, expensive and problem-plagued efforts to repair it back into the spotlight on the eve of Election Day.
Man dead in Elkin Street stabbing in Montgomery County
A man is dead after a stabbing early Monday in Wheaton, Maryland, according to Montgomery County police.
Storm Team4 Forecast: Expect temps in 70s before rain later this week
4 things to know about the weather: Monday was our 16th consecutive day without any rain in Washington.
Takeaways as Commanders beat Eagles 27-10 on Sunday Night Football
It was far from pretty, but the Washington Commanders got the job done under the lights.
Storm Team4 Forecast: Monday is perfect for outdoor activities
4 things to know about the weather: High pressure remains in control, keeping rain chances near zero through Tuesday.
Judge dismisses lawsuit seeking to block certification of Alaska Senate race if GOP incumbent loses
A federal judge on Sunday dismissed a Justice Department lawsuit seeking to block certification of Alaska’s U.S. Senate race if Republican incumbent Dan Sullivan loses.
Recap: 9 dead after business jet crashes in Florida neighborhood
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What to know about the Affordable Care Act's open enrollment period now underway
People heading into the Affordable Care Act open enrollment period with plans to sign up for insurance should expect a variety of changes in 2027, including higher premiums and fewer coverage options.
Ravens lose Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley to injuries as emergency QB enters
In his long-awaited return from a high ankle sprain, Lamar Jackson is hurt again. Later, his backup Tyler Huntley went down with a toe injury.
USDA affordable housing in Loudoun evacuated due to unsafe conditions
There are calls for a federal investigation into an affordable housing apartment building in Loudoun County after residents were evacuated because of unsafe conditions.
Storm Team4 Forecast: Pleasant fall Sunday
4 things to know about the weather: High pressure remains in control, keeping rain chances near zero through Tuesday.
Costumed demonstrators hold Halloween protest to save East Potomac Park
Music, costumes and a whole lot of bikes. It might have looked like a Halloween celebration, but it was actually a protest to save East Potomac Park.
Virginia and DC sue over Trump's arch, adding to legal challenges as government wants work to begin
The legal challenges to President Donald Trump’s proposed memorial arch are mounting, with the District of Columbia and Virginia suing in federal court Saturday as the administration says construction could begin as early as next week.
Security guard fatally shoots knife-wielding man at Waldorf bar
A security guard fatally shot a 41-year-old man who stabbed another man during a confrontation at a Waldorf, Maryland, bar early Saturday morning, according to the Charles County Sheriff’s Office.
Storm Team4 Forecast: Your trick-or-treat weekend weather
4 things to know about the weather: After a very warm Friday, the D.C. area will be seasonably cooler this weekend, with highs in the 60s.
Who killed Nori Amaya? DC restaurant owner slain in her apartment on Halloween 2009
Who killed Nori Amaya? It’s a question her brother has been asking for years. The unsolved murder of a D.C. restaurant owner on Halloween night 17 years ago was recently featured in the popular true crime podcast “Crime Junkie.”
Police recover handgun linked to congressional intern's killing
Police have recovered a handgun linked to the shooting that killed 21-year-old congressional intern Eric Tarpinian-Jachym in June of last year.
Teen sentenced to 7 years for crash that killed Prince George's County mother
A teen was sentenced to seven years in prison for the crash that killed Prince George’s County mother Shaunte Canty.
Suspect hit by own getaway car during Maryland armored car attempted robberies
Two people were arrested for targeting armored cars in Prince George’s and Anne Arundel counties Friday morning.
Did U.S. attorneys mislead court about East Potomac Park? Judge orders inquiry
A federal judge said Friday she would open a “formal inquiry” to investigate if attorneys for the Trump administration violated ethical boundaries during a legal dispute about the golf course project in East Potomac Park.
‘We're terrified': 3-foot lizard spotted outside Bowie home
A Prince George’s County family is shaken up after they say a huge lizard is roaming around their yard and even sunning on their front steps.
Maryland schools show progress in reading and math, but still have far to go
Students aren’t the only ones who get report cards every year. Schools do too. The state of Maryland put out its annual report on Thursday, and it showed English and math scores have gone up in some of the D.C. area’s biggest school districts.
Robert White to resign from DC Council to be eligible for congressional seat
D.C.’s Democratic nominee for Congress, Robert White, will resign his D.C. Council seat on Monday to be eligible to take Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton’s office, according to White’s office announced Thursday.
Storm Team4 Forecast: Halloweekend brings temps in mid-60s
4 things to know about the weather: The dry pattern in the D.C. area is going to continue a while longer. One thing that will change is the amount of sunshine we get to see after our sunny and warm Friday.
Trayon White's attorney accuses Pirro of racial motivation in seeking another indictment
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for D.C. announced last week it intends to seek a superseding indictment against Ward 8 Councilmember Trayon White.
‘A perfect mom': Cerina Fairfax's sister opens up about Virginia tragedy
Six months after Dr. Cerina Fairfax, a Northern Virginia mom and dentist, was killed by her husband, former Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax , her sister spoke with the News4 I-Team about who she was and how their family lives with the tragedy.
DOJ to send election monitors to Prince George's County on Election Day
The Department of Justice plans to send election monitors to Prince George’s County on Election Day. The monitors are meant to observe, and not interfere, with the election.
‘Money draining out': Woman says I-66 express lanes cost her more than $100 round trip
A News4 viewer says she’s been paying more than $100 round trip on the Interstate 66 express lanes, adding to some drivers’ concerns about sky-high tolls in the D.C. region.
Patrick Stewart, legendary actor of ‘Star Trek' and ‘X-Men' fame, dies at 86
Patrick Stewart, the classically trained stage actor who added Shakespearean gravitas to the “Star Trek” and “X-Men” franchises, has died. He was 86.
The Weekend Scene: What to do in the DMV on Halloweekend
We know it may feel like spooky season is coming to a close … but we got lucky this year! We’re all getting a little more time to celebrate Halloween, because the end of Daylight Saving Time is keeping the party going. We fall back an hour starting at 2 a.m. Sunday
Man dead, suspect seriously hurt after police shooting on Minnesota Avenue
A man died and another was seriously injured after two shootings in D.C. early Thursday. Both shootings involve the same suspect, according to D.C. police.
Want free tuition? Stay through the end of Maryland's Saturday football game
The University of Maryland is raffling out free tuition for the Spring 2027 semester to one lucky student who stays until the fourth quarter of Saturday’s game.
Storm Team4 Forecast: Warm temps Friday before a cool Halloween weekend
4 things to know about the weather: Southwest winds are helping to bring back the sunshine Thursday afternoon and bring most areas above 70°.
No. 1 pick AJ Dybantsa scores 19 in NBA debut as Wizards fall to Cavaliers 121-111
AJ Dybantsa showed on his first possession of an NBA game that he wasn’t going to shy away from the expectations that come with being the No. 1 pick.
Justice Department announces Trump plans for golf course are in the works, course will close Nov. 15
The Justice Department filed notice Wednesday night that President Donald Trump’s announcements that there are plans for renovating the East Potomac Golf Course and there are plans to close the park beginning Nov. 15 are accurate.
Tuch scores 2 more goals, Capitals beat Flyers 5-2
Alex Tuch scored his eighth and ninth goals in his first season with Washington, the second into an empty net to help the Capitals seal a 5-2 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers on Wednesday night.
New light-up technology aims to improve ovarian cancer surgery
What if doctors could see cancer that might otherwise be missed during surgery? For people facing ovarian cancer, that could make a life-changing difference. A new technology being used locally makes cancerous cells literally light up in the operating room, helping surgeons see what needs to be removed.
‘Disgusted': Image on Park Police officer's shirt sparks controversy
The attorney representing the family of a man killed during a chase by U.S. Park Police said she is “disgusted” by an image seen printed on the back of an officer’s shirt.
Democratic nominee for Congress must resign from Council, AG says
D.C.’s Democratic nominee for Congress, Robert White, must resign his D.C. Council seat by Election Day to be eligible to take Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton’s office, according to a recent opinion by the D.C. attorney general.
Drivers seeing high toll rates for I-66 express lanes
How much are you willing to pay to get around traffic? This week along the I-66 express lanes outside the Beltway in Northern Virginia, the tolls have been some of the highest we have ever seen.
Alexandria man confesses to killing missing neighbor, police say
A man who went missing in Alexandria, Virginia, was found dead in his neighbor’s closet, police say. Investigators said the suspect immediately confessed to killing the man when they knocked on his door to ask questions.
Elementary school in Prince George's Co. closes after dozens of students, staff get sick
An elementary school in Prince George’s County, Maryland, is closed for the rest of the week after 48 students and 16 staff members got sick.
‘Data will be turned off within 48 hours:' Alexandria to exit Flock camera program
Alexandria will stop using Flock cameras by Friday, city officials said at a council meeting Tuesday.
Defeated presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro lands in Miami after fleeing Brazil
Defeated Brazilian presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro and his family arrived in Miami on Wednesday, after he refused to concede to President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva then fled the country.
Storm Team4 Forecast: Cloudy, slightly cooler Wednesday
4 things to know about the weather: This mild and dry pattern has been unusually persistent and will do its best to hold the line for quite a while longer. That said, our run of days with 100% sunshine are coming to an end.
Feds warn of crypto scam that uses fake dating websites
Crypto scammers are always evolving, and federal officials are warning of a new scheme that scammers are using to steal the currency in your crypto wallet, conning people through fake dating websites.
Grand jury declines to indict Cassidy Hutchinson over Jan. 6 testimony
A federal grand jury Tuesday declined to indict Cassidy Hutchinson — the former White House aide turned star witness against President Donald Trump — on criminal charges, a senior U.S. official confirmed to NBC News.
Sculpture at DC's former ‘Dave Thomas Circle' honors Mamie ‘Peanut' Johnson
Florida Avenue and New York Avenue in Northeast D.C. was the site of “Dave Thomas Circle” – an intersection with a Wendy’s in its center. The traffic backups were legendary, and not even a Frosty could make it better.
Blood found in saw likely was Mamta Kafle's, forensics pro testifies
Blood found in a reciprocating saw is likely to be Mamta Kafle’s, a forensics professional testified Tuesday, as Kafle’s husband, Naresh Bhatt, stands accused of killing and dismembering her more than two years ago in Northern Virginia .
National Harbor Sphere: Prince George's Co. Council gives final vote of approval
The National Harbor skyline could soon be in for a drastic change. The Prince George’s County Council has approved the proposed Sphere venue, clearing a major hurdle for the entertainment project.
Trump says East Potomac Park will close Nov. 15 as judge orders stop to tree-cutting
A federal judge agreed Monday to extend an order blocking the Trump administration’s renovation plans for a century-old public golf course in the nation’s capital.
Storm Team4 Forecast: Another sunny, breezy day near 70°
4 things to know about the weather: Gorgeous fall weather continues through the end of October.
Exit polls suggest a rebuke of Netanyahu but no clear winner in Israel's election
Israeli voters delivered a sharp rebuke Tuesday to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu , with exit polls indicating voters gave his opponents a solid majority in the next parliament. Whether those disparate parties can form a government is uncertain and will likely take weeks of haggling .
Authorities search for convicted killer who escaped a Tennessee prison
A man serving a life sentence for killing his co-worker four years ago has escaped from a prison in northwest Tennessee by slipping through a fence, authorities said.
Jay-Z will perform Super Bowl LXI Halftime Show live from Los Angeles
This is a public service announcement … Jay-Z is performing the Super Bowl LXI Halftime Show.
Prince George's County cracks down on illegal street vending
The Prince George’s County Council passed a bill Monday to crack down on illegal vending.
James Comey charged for a third time by the Trump administration
Federal prosecutors have charged former FBI Director James Comey with transmission of national defense information and conspiracy to transmit national defense information.
Arlington increases EV charging costs
Drivers might get a shock the next time they head to an electric vehicle charging station in Arlington.
United flight turns around after passenger allegedly threatened to ‘hijack' plane
A United Airlines flight was diverted back to Las Vegas shortly after takeoff over the weekend after a passenger allegedly wrote a message while midair that he was going to “hijack” the plane.
2 suspects charged in DC shooting that killed 12-year-old, 14-year-old
A teen and a 20-year-old were charged with murder after a 12-year-old and 14-year-old were shot and killed in Northeast D.C. this spring , authorities say.
Man accused of damaging Iwo Jima statue might have mental health issues, police say
A man accused of breaking a Marine’s head off of the Iwo Jima statue in Quantico, Virginia, with a sledgehammer was granted bond Monday. A detective testified the suspect showed signs of mental health issues.
‘Thanks a Bunch, Lonnie': Smithsonian staffers ‘clap out' retiring secretary
Lonnie Bunch, the Smithsonian Institution secretary who will retire this year, was honored Monday by his colleagues.
Manassas Park schools closed after gun found in parking lot; teacher charged
All Manassas Park City Schools were closed Monday after an employee found a loaded handgun in the middle school parking lot, the district says. A high school teacher was taken into custody and charged.
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Which high school game do you want featured on Sunday Night Football? Vote here
We’ve been waiting all day for Friday night. Football season is going strong, and Sunday Night Football is giving you a chance to pick which high school game will be featured during its Week 8 showdown between the Philadelphia Eagles and Washington Commanders .
Judge asked to compel Trump administration to disclose emails, texts about Kennedy Center plans
President Donald Trump’s administration is withholding records documenting the scope of his influence over management of the Kennedy Center, according to attorneys for a Democratic lawmaker challenging the Republican president’s plan to close the performing arts center for renovations.
Storm Team4 Forecast: Chilly mornings, sunny days in store for the week
4 things to know about the weather: Gorgeous fall weather continues through the end of October.
Trump critic Lula wins reelection in Brazil, securing fourth presidential term
Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, a vocal critic of U.S. President Donald Trump , was reelected Sunday in a result that keeps some distance between Latin America’s biggest economy and Washington.
Alexandria police investigating ICE deportation graffiti as bias incident
Alexandria police said they’re seeking the public’s help in what they’re calling an “incident of bias.”
Storm Team4 Forecast: Sunshine and nice temperatures heading into workweek
4 things to know about the weather: High pressure continues to dominate the Mid-Atlantic, keeping conditions dry and providing plenty of sunshine through much of the week.
Could mammograms help prevent heart disease? A new Maryland law aims to help
What if a mammogram, the main test used to screen for breast cancer, could also be used to prevent heart disease?
Man dead in motorcycle crash in Chillum
A man is dead after a vehicle collision involving a motorcycle in Chillum, Maryland, police said.
2 killed in crash at Manassas intersection, police say
Two people were killed in a late-night crash Saturday after the driver of a pickup truck ran a stop sign and crashed into their car in Manassas, Virginia, police say.
Alexandria firefighter injured in Pickett Street apartment fire
An apartment fire broke out in Alexandria, Virginia, on Sunday morning. Alexandria Fire responded to the 250 block of S. Pickett Street around 9 a.m., where a large plume of smoke and fire were emerging from the building.
16-year-old shot and killed in Northeast DC
A 16-year-old died Sunday morning after he was shot in Northeast D.C., according to the Metropolitan Police Department.
Kyle King, Kaylee Slade win 2026 Marine Corps Marathon
Kyle King, an active-duty Marine from Northern Virginia, won the men’s race at the 51st Marine Corps Marathon on Sunday, earning his fourth victory and third consecutive title.
Young scores 25 points as the Wizards hold off Wilson and the Bulls for a 124-120 win
Trae Young had 25 points and nine assists, and the Washington Wizards held off the Chicago Bulls for a 124-120 victory on Saturday night.
DC youth baseball coach in ICE custody, faces deportation
A woman says her family is shaken after her husband was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) earlier this week.
Obama describes Trump as an agent of ‘chaos and cruelty' in midterm elections pitch
Former President Barack Obama , appearing here Saturday at his first campaign rally for this fall’s midterm elections, characterized President Donald Trump as an agent of “chaos and cruelty” and a man of broken promises.