Iran warned of a “complete halt” to negotiations after reciprocal strikes with U.S. forces, but a senior Washington official told CBS News that diplomatic talks will proceed.
The Senate approved a bill to reopen the government after a brief shutdown, exposing sharp divisions among Democrats over border security, immigration, and negotiating with Trump.
America 250 officials unveiled a select list of historic U.S. artifacts destined for a commemorative time capsule, aiming to capture the nation’s legacy ahead of the 250th anniversary.
Phoenix’s violent crime rate has surpassed Chicago’s, raising questions about whether the city could become a new focal point for Donald Trump’s tough-on-crime rhetoric and campaign messaging.
Washington County has been ranked among the nation’s top 10 fastest-growing counties, according to new data, underscoring the region’s surging population and rapid development trends.
ESPN adds six acclaimed Washington Post journalists, strengthening its investigative and enterprise reporting. The hires signal ESPN’s push to deepen coverage across major sports platforms.
A US Navy fighter jet crashed in rural Washington state, igniting a fast-moving wildfire that forced temporary evacuations. No fatalities were reported as crews worked to contain the blaze.
NATO’s so‑called “Trump whisperer” is set to meet the former president ahead of next month’s summit, aiming to calm tensions and secure his support for the alliance’s agenda.
About one-third of U.S. Democrats view political leaders who identify as democratic socialists favorably, a new Pew Research Center survey finds, highlighting ongoing shifts in the party’s ideological landscape.
Bad Bunny’s potential Super Bowl halftime show has ignited a new clash in the culture wars, as MAGA supporters decry the choice as un-American while others defend the NFL’s push for diversity.
The 1619 Project’s Nikole Hannah-Jones argued that true reparations would require the U.S. to acknowledge its very founding as a crime, sparking renewed debate over history and national identity.
A new analysis shows Washington ranks among the worst states for business survival, with Jake warning entrepreneurs face “almost a 60% chance of failing,” raising concerns over local economic policy.
The Atlanta Dream face the Washington Mystics on July 2. Find tip-off time, TV broadcast details, and live streaming options in USA Today’s guide for fans watching across the U.S.
MIT Washington Summer Interns visited U.S. Representative Thomas Massie on Capitol Hill, discussing technology policy, congressional decision-making, and career paths in public service.
At least five people were arrested for allegedly tampering with the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C., a National Park Service official said, as authorities investigate potential damage.
Washington’s power politics is straining global governance, as unilateral moves and partisan agendas erode trust in multilateral institutions and weaken international rule-based systems.
Security concerns are mounting in Washington, D.C., as officials brace for high-profile America 250 events, prompting heightened alerts, tightened perimeters, and robust interagency coordination.
A quiet shift in US visa rules is raising alarm among universities and foreign students, as new restrictions risk undermining global education, international exchange and America’s soft power influence.
Former President Trump labeled Washington, D.C. a “crime free zone” as he urged urban leaders to partner with his agenda, framing cooperation as key to restoring public safety in major U.S. cities.
Countries are reassessing reliance on U.S. fossil fuels after the Iran war, as energy security, shifting alliances and climate goals drive a search for more stable, diversified supplies.