Road Closures Set for Oct. 25 Marine Corps Marathon
Roads and parking in Washington, D.C., and Arlington will be closed from 2 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Oct. 25, 2026, for the 51st Marine Corps Marathon.
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Veterans and Historian Seek Court Order to Stop Potomac Arch
Three veterans and a retired architectural historian asked a federal judge to block the start of a planned Potomac River triumphal arch after the National Park Service announced construction would begin on November 5, 2026.
Water Main Break Floods Silver Spring Street, Stops Traffic
A ruptured water main in Silver Spring on Friday morning flooded a street and stopped traffic, disrupting local flow.
DC Police Search for Two Suspects in Store Robbery and Assault
DC Police are looking for two suspects linked to a robbery and assault at a local D.C. business, releasing images of the alleged perpetrators. The assault happened as the suspects tried to recover the stolen items.
Desert Storm Memorial Opens on National Mall After 16 Years
The Desert Shield and Desert Storm Memorial will open on the National Mall on Oct. 22, 2026, after 16 years of development, with Scott Stump and Donald Trump noted among its affiliates.
Virginia Senator Louise Lucas Arrested, Appears in Court
Senator Louise Lucas was arrested and appeared in federal court in Washington on October 22, 2026. She is a long‑serving Virginia state senator.
D.C. Council to Hear Funding Bill for Audi Field Upgrade
A council hearing is set for Oct. 23 to discuss funding an expansion and winterization of Audi Field, aiming for year‑round use.
Arlington Police Probe Two Nighttime Shootings
Police are investigating two consecutive night shootings that struck a home, damaged cars and injured a man on the same block on Oct. 21‑22, and are searching for unknown suspects.
Campus Police Question Two Student Reporters Over Coach Exit Interviews
Campus police questioned two University of Maryland student journalists after they tried to interview football players about the coach’s departure. The incident occurred on the College Park campus in October 2026.
National Symphony Orchestra Shifts to College and Strathmore Amid Kennedy Center Closure
The National Symphony Orchestra is holding three concerts on Oct. 22 at a community college and Strathmore while the Kennedy Center continues to be closed.
Maryland child‑care providers strained as families wait on scholarship list
Providers in Maryland are struggling with a large scholarship waitlist that remains after the program restarted in May 2026, following a year‑long freeze that left many families still waiting for aid.
Sinkhole Closes Road Near Benjamin Banneker Middle School
A sinkhole that opened on a road outside Benjamin Banneker Middle School led Montgomery County Police to close the street, with the shutdown expected to be long‑term.
Washington D.C. Voter Deadlines and Major Races for 2026 Midterms
Washington, D.C. voters must meet registration and early‑voting deadlines to participate in the 2026 midterm election, which includes several key races.
Virginia Senator Louise Lucas Charged in Cannabis Money‑Laundering Case
Virginia Senator Louise Lucas and six co‑defendants were charged with racketeering and money‑laundering linked to a cannabis business, with Lucas surrendering to authorities on October 22, 2026.
Five D.C. Special Police Officers Arrested in Gun Trafficking Bust
Five special police officers in D.C. were arrested on Oct. 22, 2026 in a gun‑trafficking bust; one had a public‑school contract in 2024.
County Attorney Subpoenas Records Tied to Council Chair
County Attorney Brian E. Braveboy subpoenaed documents about an organization tied to Council Chair Krystal Oriadha as part of a county investigation.
DC Lawyers Host Third Annual 5K Walk for Justice
Washington, D.C. lawyers held the third annual DC Walk for Justice 5K at Nationals Park on Oct. 22, 2026, seeking $500,000 to fund free civil legal services. The event gathers attorneys to collect donations for legal aid programs.
County Council proposes bill to speed sidewalk approvals
Council members introduced a bill to streamline sidewalk approvals in residential areas to enhance pedestrian safety.
Arlington County Sues to Bar Armed Federal Agents from Polls
Arlington County sued on Oct. 22, 2026, seeking a court order to stop armed federal agents from being placed at polling sites. The county says it wants to keep such agents away from election locations.
Therme Wellness Resort Proposal Sparks Debate in Ward 8
Therme's plan for a 15‑acre wellness resort on the Anacostia River has prompted Ward 8 residents to debate its benefits versus potential costs and neighborhood impacts.
