Day: August 10, 2026

Wildfire smoke is again sweeping across the United States, triggering health alerts, grounding flights and raising concerns about climate-driven extreme fire seasons nationwide.

Sen. J.D. Vance faces mounting pressure as he backs a costly foreign war, a stance that could alienate key voters and reshape his political future, reports The Washington Post

Washington, DC prepares for July 4th, 2025 with stunning fireworks, parades and patriotic events across the city. Patch rounds up top viewing spots, times and safety tips.

Trump marked the Fourth of July with a National Mall address blending patriotic themes and political messaging, drawing cheers, criticism, and renewed debate over partisanship on a national holiday.

Washington’s once-formidable economic edge is slipping as housing, infrastructure, and workforce challenges mount, raising urgent questions about the state’s long-term competitiveness.

The Miami Dolphins edged the Washington Commanders 16-13 on Sunday, relying on staunch defense and a late field goal to secure the road victory, the Honolulu Star-Advertiser reported.

Wildfires near Spokane, Washington, have rapidly expanded, destroying homes and forcing about 65,000 residents to evacuate as firefighters battle fast-moving, wind-driven flames.