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An imprisoned far-right extremist group leader who was the top target of the federal investigation of the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the U.S. Capitol has balked at answering a prosecutor’s questions about the attack. Former Proud Boys national chairman Enrique Tarrio was a defense witness on Thursday at the trial of a police officer accused of leaking h...

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.

A fire in a Manassas, Virginia, home that started on the outside and spread all through the house left behind charred wood and ashes. Everyone inside was able to make it out in time with no injuries, fire investigators said.  “The flames were coming at me, and I was terrified. It was terrifying,” said Laura Houston, daughter of homeowners Steve&#82...

Ryan Zimmerman, the Washington Nationals infielder, is synonymous with the team and DC. As the Nats enter their 20th year, Zimm is reflecting on his career, the fans, and much more in a chat with Tommy McFly.

Peanuts, Star Wars and Minions characters are among the decorations on the family’s yard. News4’s Doug Kammerer speaks to the family about how the community staple came about.

“This is an active investigation, and we are committed to reuniting the children with their legal guardians as quickly and safely as possible,” the sheriff’s office said.

The State Highway Administration plans major clean-up efforts for debris, trash and litter on the Beltway in Maryland. Transportation Reporter Adam Tuss explains. 

“The Music Store is not happening,” John Hinckley Jr. told News4. “Too much negative publicity!”

D.C. police have released photos of a person of interest in connection to a deadly shooting inside a Denny’s restaurant in Northeast.

December is here, and the Beltway is like a wreath dotted with holiday markets, Tuba Christmas performances or other wintry fun around every bend. The National Christmas Tree lights turn on Thursday night (watch out for road closures if you’re downtown) before the display opens to the public on Saturday. The most magical thing in the DMV this...

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.

A police officer shot and killed a man who authorities say was armed with a knife outside a police station in Prince William County, Virginia, early Thursday morning.

If you’re shipping gifts during the busy holiday season, it’s important to make sure you’re packing them up correctly. News4’s Megan McGrath shares some do’s and don’ts when visiting the post office. 

A stricter cell phone policy is on its way to Prince William County schools starting next school year. The school board approved a bell to bell ban at its meeting Wednesday night. Several districts across Virginia have been adopting these policies because of an executive order issued by the governor earlier this year. “I truly believe cellphones ar...