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“Dirty Dancing and “Beverly Hills Cop” are among 25 movies that are being added to the Library of Congress’ National Film Registry in 2024.

Every year the Library of Congress immortalizes films that have shaped our culture, commemorating milestones in American cinema. News4’s Tommy McFly spoke with Carla Hayden, the Librarian of Congress, about why these films are important.

News4’s Tommy McFly talks with Drink Masters Winner Lauren Paylor O’Brien about how to take your holiday beverages to the next level.

Shoppers looking for unique gifts this holiday season may find them at the Natural Museum of American History. News4’s Tommy McFly is shopping along the National Mall.

Shoppers looking for unique gifts this holiday season may find them at the Natural History Museum. News4’s Tommy McFly is shopping along the National Mall.

The winter in D.C. can be frightful. While shopping at holiday markets and seeing holiday lights are delightful, there are plenty of other fun things to do in the winter that aren’t solely outside. Here are a few indoor activities in D.C. to check off your winter bucket list that are good for a solo outing or to share...

‘Tis the season for buying presents. But before you go to the shopping mall, how about a trip to the National Mall? News4’s Tommy McFly explores five fantastic museum gift shops to find unique gifts.

Holiday shoppers should consider the Air & Space Museum for unique gift ideas. News4’s Tommy McFly reports.

Amid musical performances and a visit from Santa, President Joe Biden illuminated the National Christmas Tree outside the White House Thursday evening for the last time in his presidency.

President Biden will illuminate the tree Thursday night amid musical performances and a visit from Santa — but if you don’t have tickets, you can still go see the massive tree throughout the season, as well as smaller decorated trees representing the District, all 50 states and all U.S. territories. News4’s Joseph Olmo reports.

The National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony will draw crowds Thursday evening to the Ellipse just south of the White House, and we know what that means: downtown road closures and a(n even) more challenging commute home for many.

News4’s Tommy McFly and Aimee Cho see what it takes to dance ballet like a pro in The Washington Ballet’s production of “The Nutcracker.”

The 2024 White House holiday decorations include 83 Christmas trees and more than 28,000 ornaments.

Watkins Park in Prince George’s County flipped the switch on its much loved Festival of Lights. 

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at Watkins Regional Park. The Festival of Lights is now underway. 

News4’s Tommy McFly shares info on where to shop local, find holiday magic and more.

‘Tis the season for “Season’s Greenings” at the U.S. Botanic Garden! The Conservatory and Garden will transform into the ultimate holiday wonderland with botanical wreaths and decor, thousands of poinsettias and iconic D.C. landmarks made from plants. Starting Nov. 28 through Dec. 25, visitors can get in the festive spirit by viewing the annual holiday display at the garden....

He’s tried bus driving, he’s tried magnet fishing and now News4’s Tommy McFly has taken on zookeeping at the National Zoo.

The long-awaited opening of “Wicked” is here. News4’s Tommy McFly checks out the excitement in Greenbelt.

Good news, fellow Ozians! The long-awaited movie adaptation of the Broadway musical “Wicked” comes out in theatres on Friday, Nov. 22 starring Ariana Grande as Galinda/Glinda and Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba. Jon M. Chu’s vision comes alive in two films, with part one coming out on Friday with a 2-hour and 40-minute runtime. You won’t have to wait as...