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Police Hunt Suspects in Nine Fairfax County Restaurant Break-Ins
Detectives in Fairfax County are looking for suspects linked to nine recent overnight restaurant break‑ins that involved shattered glass doors. The burglaries have been occurring for several months, leading to a police investigation.
Sleeping Couple Found in Moving Car with Gun and Drugs
Police found a sleeping couple in a moving car in Montgomery County and seized a gun and narcotics.
National Guard Member Treated After Capitol Hill Shooting
A National Guard member was shot on Capitol Hill, received hospital care and was released, according to a spokesperson.
DC Public School Enrollment Stabilizes Amid National Decline
District of Columbia public school enrollment appears to have stabilized, contrasting with declining enrollment trends nationwide.
Envelope with Suspicious Substance Prompts Evacuation of Congressman’s Office
A suspicious substance found in an envelope led to the evacuation of Congressman Suhas Subramanyam's Northern Virginia district office on October 19, 2026.
Judge doubts link between tree removal and Trump golf plan
A federal judge questioned the government's claim that recent tree removal in East Potomac Park is unrelated to President Trump's proposal to redevelop the park's golf course.
Weekend shootings in Washington, D.C. leave one dead, many injured
Multiple shootings in Washington, D.C. over the weekend left one person dead and several injured, prompting a police response.
Fairfax Firefighters Battle Blaze in Reston Abandoned Building
Fairfax County firefighters tackled a fire in an abandoned Reston building on October 19, 2026, with no injuries reported.
One Hospitalized After Basement Fire Engulfs Prince George’s County Home
A basement fire at a Prince George’s County home spread to nearby cars, resulting in one hospitalization, and was contained by fire department crews.
Police Investigate Shooting Involving Minors at Dupont Circle
A shooting involving many minors was investigated by police in Dupont Circle, with a shell casing found and no injuries reported.
Accidental Self‑Shot Injures One in Arlington Office Building
Arlington County police said a person was injured after accidentally shooting themselves in an office building on October 16, 2026.
DC Police Launch E‑Bike and E‑Scooter Safety Outreach
DC police began a safety outreach for e‑bike and e‑scooter riders on Oct. 16 in response to an increase in serious crashes.
One dead, six injured in three D.C. shootings during Howard homecoming
One person was killed and six were wounded in three shootings in Northwest D.C. during Howard University's homecoming weekend.
No Kings protests erupt in D.C., Maryland, Virginia
Protestors held "No Kings" street demonstrations in D.C., Maryland and Virginia on Oct. 17, opposing Trump administration policies. The protests continue a nationwide movement that started in 2025.
AI Improves Pediatric ER Wait Times at D.C. Hospital
AI tools at Children’s National Hospital are being used to forecast busy periods and reduce pediatric ER wait times, addressing the broader issue of lengthy emergency department waits across the country.
Amtrak, VRE Halt Service Between D.C. and Virginia for Nine Days
Amtrak and VRE will suspend service between D.C. and Virginia for nine days, Oct. 16‑24, to replace tracks under Union Station, disrupting regular train travel.
Accidental Self‑Inflicted Shooting Injures One in Arlington Office
An accidental discharge of a firearm injured an unidentified office worker in an Arlington County office building on Friday evening, prompting a police response.
Pumpkin‑Themed House Opens for Halloween in Pimmit Hills
A house on Pumpkin Hill in Pimmit Hills opened a pumpkin‑themed display with carved pumpkins, a faux cemetery and a fog machine on October 17, 2026, to mark Halloween.
Police Investigate Dupont Circle Shooting Involving Minors
Police are probing a shooting involving minors in Dupont Circle, recovering a shell casing and reporting no injuries.
