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Northern Virginia 8 mins ago

Search warrant details jail conversations of au pair accused in Herndon double-murder

A Northern Virginia man accused of having an affair with his family’s au pair, and then working with her to kill his wife and another man has been denied bond.

Fairfax County Police 1 hour ago

Disturbing video shows moments before officer fatally shot knife-wielding woman
Maryland 9 mins ago

11 senior members transferred out of MSP Internal Affairs

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Maryland 2 hours ago

Traffic backed up after crash on I-495 Inner Loop in Prince George's

The driver of a pickup truck is critically injured after the truck crashed into the back of a school bus on the Beltway Inner Loop in Prince George’s County, Maryland, authorities say. Three lan...
Hispanic Heritage Month 3 hours ago

Latina Labs encourages girls to pursue STEM careers

A local program is motivating young Latinas in the DMV area to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and math. The mission of Latinas Leading Tomorrow’s Latina Labs program is to expose m...
COVID-19 2 hours ago

Rapid tests: When to take them and do they actually expire?

There are some rapid tests you might be able to take past the expiration date on the box. Here’s what to know.

National Zoo 24 mins ago

Giant pandas begin their journey to DC's National Zoo

Although the two were born in China, Bao Li has some major D.C. roots: He is the son of Bao Bao, who was born at the National Zoo in 2013.
Manassas 2 hours ago

Man, woman found dead in basement of Manassas home during welfare check

A man and woman were found dead in the basement of a home in Manassas, Virginia early Sunday morning, according to police. Prince William County police were called to a home on Hanson Grove Court for a welfare check at 2:39 a.m. Once they entered, they discovered two people shot in the home’s basement. The man and woman shot...
North Carolina 9 hours ago

DC Water sends team to North Carolina to restore water services

A team from DC Water will be going to North Carolina to help with recovery services, especially water restoration. News4’s Juliana Valencia reports.
Maryland 16 mins ago

‘Heartbroken': Missing 5-year-old found dead in pond near his home in Waldorf

A 5-year-old autistic boy has died after wandering away from his home in Charles County, Maryland. Rescuers searched for the little boy for hours before finding his body in a nearby pond. Miles McMahon, who was nonverbal, went missing from his home along St. Paul’s Drive in Waldorf on Sunday morning. Maryland State Police divers found his bod...
Washington Commanders Oct 13

Jackson outduels Daniels and Henry runs for two TDs as Ravens beat Commanders 30-23

Lamar Jackson threw for 323 yards and a touchdown to outshine rookie Jayden Daniels and the Baltimore Ravens beat the Washington Commanders 30-23 for their fourth consecutive victory, while the Commanders’ winning streak ended at four.
Virginia 19 hours ago

18-year-old arrested after overturning and crashing car, killing 19-year-old

The people who live in the 2200 block of Harrison Street are still shaken by what happened early Saturday morning. The flowers, the debris, the damage — remaining reminders of a crash that claimed a life. An 18-year-old is being held without bond after a fatal single-vehicle crash in Arlington, Virginia on Oct. 12, according to police. Brooks Bare,...
Washington DC Oct 13

Hen Quarter goes all pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Hen Quarter’s new location in D.C. is going all pink in October for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The restaurant is partnering with the Thelma D. Jones Breast Cancer Fund and will donate a portion of its funds to them. News4’s Molette Green and Adam Tuss talk to Alex Brown, Hen Quarter’s Director of Operations, about what events ...
Pentagon Oct 13

Runners embark on course around DC for Army Ten-Miler

The 40th Annual Army Ten-Miler is taking place Oct. 13 starting at 8 a.m. where runners start and end at the Pentagon in order to support the Army and enhance community relationships. News4’s Derrick Ward reports live from the scene.
Howard University Oct 13

Howard University super fan and mom tells journey of breast cancer battle

A breast cancer survivor, who is also a Howard University football super fan and mom, shares her battle with cancer and how the football team and her two sons have supported her through it all.
Washington DC Oct 13

African Restaurant Week highlights West African cuisine through seafood dishes

DC African Restaurant Week highlighted food from all over the African Diaspora on Oct. 12 at Audi Field. News4’s Molette Green talks to Claudius Kpakima, the chef of Claude Have Mercy Seafood, about making the restaurant’s infamous shrimp burger and how they incorporate seafood in Sierra Leone cuisine.
Prince George's County Oct 13

Conference helps men navigate fatherhood and father-figure roles

Fatherhood is tough, but the rewards are immeasurable, when it’s done right, and that’s what a conference at Dr. Henry A. Wise High School is all about. “To understand not only the mental health aspects, but to understand the role,” said Millard House, the superintendent of Prince George’s County Public Schools. A role that sometimes has to be fill...
Hispanic Heritage Month Oct 12

Watch the full special: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage

Hispanic Heritage Month is a period of time to highlight the cultural richness of the entire Latino community. News4’s Erika Gonzalez and Telemundo 44’s Alberto Pimienta host the 2024 special.
Prince George's County Oct 12

Prince George's 5th annual Purple Bike Ride for domestic violence awareness

The event raises awareness of domestic violence, and raises money to help survivors. News4’s Derrick Ward reports.
Crime and Courts Oct 11

Thieves drive truck into store, leave with ATM

Thieves crashed a truck into a Maryland store and took off with an ATM in what appears to be a trend in the area. News4’s Walter Morris reports.

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