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Thomas Hawks drove a pickup truck into the back of a family’s car, killing three young children. Chris Gordon reports on his sentencing.

Hand cyclist Omar Duran, who was injured by an IED in 2011, was the first marathoner to cross the finish line. He spoke with Jim Handly.

Mothers of those killed serving the country line the Wear Blue Mile of the Marine Corps Marathon to honor those killed in combat.

The Grassroot Project works with NCAA varsity athletes to incorporate more physical activities and change the way schools teach health education in the District. Leon Harris has the story.

Rep. John Lewis has been fighting for equality in America for much of his life. He’s one of the last remaining leaders of America’s Civil Rights movement. Now at 79 years old, the veteran congressman from Georgia is taking up the fight for equality again. News4’s Barbara Harrison reports on his latest plan.

Gene Wilder, the frizzy-haired actor who brought his deft comedic touch to such unforgettable roles as the neurotic accountant in “The Producers” and the deranged animator of “Young Frankenstein,” has died. He was 83. Wilder’s nephew said Monday that the actor and writer died late Sunday at his home in Stamford, Connecticut, from complications from Alzheimer’s disease.

The Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton, Massachusetts, takes a specialized approach to helping each pet find the right home. Volunteer Kim Melanson says it’s not about a pet’s physical appearance, it’s about their personality and the shelter works hard to match each dog or cat with the right family.

Consumer Reports recommends talking to your veterinarian before giving your pet CBD.

Many states have victim’s advocates or child advocates, people in the judicial system who represent those affected by crime or abuse. Now, one state has created legal advocates for abused animals, an experiment being watched nationwide for signs of success. There are eight approved volunteer advocates across Connecticut — seven lawyers and a University of Connecticut law professor, working with...

NASA officially renamed the street in front of their headquarters “Hidden Figures Way” to honor the black female mathematicians who paved the way for NASA to make it to space. News4’s Aimee Cho reports.

Home prices are climbing in the D.C. region, causing one-third of people to spend more on a mortgage than they expected. News4’s Susan Hogan has tips on how to avoid the debt trap.

A health care executive in Alexandria is accused of animal cruelty. Experts say animal abuse cases are important in part because they can be indicators of abuse against humans. News4’s Julie Carey reports. 

A D.C. woman tells Shomari Stone about the dangerous escape from an apartment fire in which she dropped her grandsons from a third-story window.

Willie Veasy celebrated this Thanksgiving at home with his family. Until last month Veasy spent decades in prison for a murder he didn’t commit. The NBC10 Investigators have been following his story and we’ve checked in with Veasy to see how he’s doing.

A middle school teacher is accused of assaulting an 11-year-old student by holding her upside down. Pat Collins reports.

An attorney for a former police officer accused of raping a woman he had in custody says his client is innocent and asked for his release. Prince George’s County Bureau Chief Tracee Wilkins reports a judge denied the request.

Tommy McFly has a preview of the Scottish Christmas Walk coming to Old Town Alexandria this weekend.

Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan explains how to pick the right charities for giving.

For more than three decades, Sharon Bulova helped lead Fairfax County during its growth in population and diversity. Now, after a decade as Board Chair — she’s headed into retirement. Northern Virginia Bureau Chief Julie Carey was there as Bulova presided over her last meeting and reflected on her tenure.