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A group of Northeast D.C. residents is taking a proactive approach to address an increase in crime in their neighborhood. They said violence is on the rise in Eckington, and now they’re organizing and calling on District leaders to step up. “terrifying, it’s terrifying because you don’t realize how close they are…” said one neighbor. “I mean, our c...

A Baltimore man will spend decades in prison for the fatal shooting of a woman who was visiting Prince George’s County from El Salvador to attend her grandson’s funeral. Lidia de Carrillo had no connection with the man who shot her, police said, and two years later, they are still trying to figure out why Troy Medley pulled the......

On this week’s All Ears with JP Finlay, hear from new wide receiver Deebo Samuel on what he brings to the Commanders, and why he’s quite familiar with Jayden Daniels.
Plus, take a trip around the NFC East as we check in our NBC insiders on the offseason moves from the Eagles, Cowboys and Giants.

The Republican-led House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform approved legislation Tuesday that would require D.C. comply with federal immigration laws. H.R. 2056, introduced by Rep. Clay Higgins, R-La., would mandate the District cooperate with immigration enforcement, specifically when noncitizens are held in D.C.’s jail. “My bill enforce...

Local “fishfluencers” have reeled in massive followings online. Ahead of the D.C. Boat Show in May, News4’s Tommy McFly hit the water with two of Prince George’s anglers.

The University of Maryland men’s basketball team takes the floor against a tough Florida in the Sweet 16. JP Finlay reports.

Dominion Energy paused an aggressive tree-cutting project along the W&OD Trail that alarmed residents, trail users and elected leaders. Northern Virginia Bureau Chief Julie Carey reports in the past week, five county boards or councils strongly urged Dominion to stop the work and reconsider its approach.

It seemed like any other night. Eight Hispanic workers took a break during their shift on the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, Maryland, when the unimaginable occurred. At 1:28 a.m. on March 26, 2024, the cargo ship Dali struck the historic bridge, causing it to collapse almost instantly. The workers, who were inside their vehicles, plummeted...

Students at Cora Kelly Elementary School were surprised with new sneakers thanks to a big donation from FedEx. News4’s Drew Wilder spoke with students about the unexpected gifts.

Jolene Ivey was expected to be a top candidate in the race to succeed Sen. Angela Alsobrooks for Prince George’s County executive. She suspended her campaign weeks before the primary and later announced she’s facing health challenges. In a surprise vote Tuesday, Ivey was voted out as Prince George’s County Council chair and replaced by vice c...

Peak bloom is expected very soon. News4’s Aimee Cho has a glimpse of the beloved blooms.

Ed Martin, the interim U.S. attorney for D.C., has made some controversial moves since he took over as the District’s top prosecutor, including firing attorneys who prosecuted Jan. 6 defendants. In one of his first public appearances since being named to his new position, Marin spoke to residents in Southeast D.C. on Tuesday and didn’t hold back on...

Authorities previously said they had no evidence suggesting Aber’s death was caused by anything other than natural causes.

Everything to know about visiting Nationals Park, including the latest clear bag policy (it’s still in effect!), parking information, how to get cheap tickets and when to visit for giveaways or Pups in the Park.

Spring is among the most popular times for tourists to visit D.C. – but we may see fewer tourists from Canada. In a recent speech, then-Prime Minister Justin Trudeau urged Canadians to “choose Canada” in response to President Donald Trump’s tariffs on the nation. He said Canadians should reconsider what they buy and where they travel. “Now is also....

Maryland is working on a program to encourage federal workers in need of a job to take up teaching. News4’s Juliana Valencia reports the “Fed to Ed” program would speed up the process of becoming a licensed teacher.