CrimeAn off-duty Pentagon Force Protection Agency Police Officer says that when two people he thought were breaking into a car fled the scene, he shot his gun.TAKOMA PARK, Md. — Social justice activists are demanding complete transparency, but Takoma Park Police are pleading for patience Thursday as they continued their investigation of an off-duty Pentagon police officer who allegedly fatally shot two people he said he believed were attempting to break into a car early Wednesday.Loading ...Police identified the victims Thursday as 32-year-old Dominique Williams, of Hyattsville, and...…CrimeAn off-duty Pentagon Force Protection Agency Police Officer says that when two people he thought were breaking into a car fled the scene, he shot his gun.TAKOMA PARK, Md. — Social justice activists are demanding complete transparency, but Takoma Park Police are pleading for patience Thursday as they continued their investigation of an off-duty Pentagon police officer who allegedly fatally shot two people he said he believed were attempting to break into a car early Wednesday.Loading ...Police identified the victims Thursday as 32-year-old Dominique Williams, of Hyattsville, and...WW…

Capitol RiotsUSCP said officer Brian Sicknick was "injured while physically engaging with protesters." When he returned to his office, he collapsed and died at the hospital.WASHINGTON — A police officer with the U.S. Capitol Police (USCP) died after sustaining injuries during the Capitol riots, according to U.S. Capitol Police. Brian D. Sicknick, 42, was a 12-year veteran of the force who was hit in the head with a fire extinguisher during the riots, according to three sources. Loading ..."Officer Sicknick was responding to the riots at the U.S. Capitol and was injured while physically...…Capitol RiotsUSCP said officer Brian Sicknick was "injured while physically engaging with protesters." When he returned to his office, he collapsed and died at the hospital.WASHINGTON — A police officer with the U.S. Capitol Police (USCP) died after sustaining injuries during the Capitol riots, according to U.S. Capitol Police. Brian D. Sicknick, 42, was a 12-year veteran of the force who was hit in the head with a fire extinguisher during the riots, according to three sources. Loading ..."Officer Sicknick was responding to the riots at the U.S. Capitol and was injured while physically...WW…

Breaking NewsMultiple rallies are scheduled this weekend in D.C. to show support for President Donald Trump, who tweeted that he may "try to stop by and say hello."12:43 PM EST November 10, 2020WASHINGTON — Supporters of President Trump are planning rallies in D.C. on Saturday as the country waits for Trump's campaign to submit evidence for unfounded claims of voter fraud. On Friday, the National Park Service issued an updated permit for one of the rallies, upping the participant size from 50 to 10,000. One of the rallies is called the Million Maga March, but it's far from clear...…Breaking NewsMultiple rallies are scheduled this weekend in D.C. to show support for President Donald Trump, who tweeted that he may "try to stop by and say hello."12:43 PM EST November 10, 2020WASHINGTON — Supporters of President Trump are planning rallies in D.C. on Saturday as the country waits for Trump's campaign to submit evidence for unfounded claims of voter fraud. On Friday, the National Park Service issued an updated permit for one of the rallies, upping the participant size from 50 to 10,000. One of the rallies is called the Million Maga March, but it's far from clear...WW…

Breaking NewsMayor Muriel Bowser has asked for permission to call up the National Guard ahead of the verdict in the trial of former police officer Derek Chauvin.6:31 PM EDT April 19, 2021WASHINGTON — UPDATE: A jury found former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin guilty of second-degree murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter in the death of George Floyd on Tuesday. ORIGINAL STORY:The Department of Defense will allow 250 D.C. National Guard troops to be activated to support local law enforcement amid possible protests this week in the District, according to...…Breaking NewsMayor Muriel Bowser has asked for permission to call up the National Guard ahead of the verdict in the trial of former police officer Derek Chauvin.6:31 PM EDT April 19, 2021WASHINGTON — UPDATE: A jury found former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin guilty of second-degree murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter in the death of George Floyd on Tuesday. ORIGINAL STORY:The Department of Defense will allow 250 D.C. National Guard troops to be activated to support local law enforcement amid possible protests this week in the District, according to...WW…

Breaking NewsA tree crew told neighbors the more than century-old giant had to go to make way for condos. Neighbors were desperate to save it.6:17 PM EST March 11, 2021WASHINGTON — It looks like there's a big victory now in a viral social media campaign to save an ancient tree in a Columbia Heights backyard.Tree lovers had considered climbing into the huge pecan tree to save it from a condo developer's chain saws.But after a stiff warning from D.C. officials, the developer now says rumors he was going to rip out the heritage tree are false."I love this tree!" said Nicole Thomas, looking up...…Breaking NewsA tree crew told neighbors the more than century-old giant had to go to make way for condos. Neighbors were desperate to save it.6:17 PM EST March 11, 2021WASHINGTON — It looks like there's a big victory now in a viral social media campaign to save an ancient tree in a Columbia Heights backyard.Tree lovers had considered climbing into the huge pecan tree to save it from a condo developer's chain saws.But after a stiff warning from D.C. officials, the developer now says rumors he was going to rip out the heritage tree are false."I love this tree!" said Nicole Thomas, looking up...WW…

Breaking NewsGood tires, slow speeds, looking far down the road, and no sudden moves are all recommendations from experts on how to drive in ice and snow.7:06 PM EST February 15, 2021WASHINGTON — With more freezing rain in the forecast, we could all probably use a refresher on driving in the worst conditions. The first piece of advice is one you've probably heard: Stay home.But if you have to go out in a storm, you'll want to follow this advice to stay at least a little bit safer.First off, get decent tires. The four spots where the rubber meets the road are the only thing sticking your car...…Breaking NewsGood tires, slow speeds, looking far down the road, and no sudden moves are all recommendations from experts on how to drive in ice and snow.7:06 PM EST February 15, 2021WASHINGTON — With more freezing rain in the forecast, we could all probably use a refresher on driving in the worst conditions. The first piece of advice is one you've probably heard: Stay home.But if you have to go out in a storm, you'll want to follow this advice to stay at least a little bit safer.First off, get decent tires. The four spots where the rubber meets the road are the only thing sticking your car...WW…

Breaking NewsA DC woman said an FBI agent contacted her and said investigators were reaching out to the owner of every phone that touched a cell tower near the riot.7:45 PM EST January 19, 2021WASHINGTON — If you were anywhere near the Capitol on Jan. 6, you may be getting a knock on your door from the FBI.A D.C. woman said an agent visited her neighbor and called her, telling them investigators were tracking people whose cell phones connected to wi-fi or pinged cell phone towers near the Capitol during the riots."They don't call first, they just come to your house," Bree Stevens, a legal...…Breaking NewsA DC woman said an FBI agent contacted her and said investigators were reaching out to the owner of every phone that touched a cell tower near the riot.7:45 PM EST January 19, 2021WASHINGTON — If you were anywhere near the Capitol on Jan. 6, you may be getting a knock on your door from the FBI.A D.C. woman said an agent visited her neighbor and called her, telling them investigators were tracking people whose cell phones connected to wi-fi or pinged cell phone towers near the Capitol during the riots."They don't call first, they just come to your house," Bree Stevens, a legal...WW…