Month: August 2026
The U.S. government shutdown has reached 36 days, becoming the longest in history, NBC News reports, as political deadlock deepens and federal workers face mounting financial strain.
Bruce Springsteen electrified fans with a fiery set in a driving rainstorm, then surprised the crowd by announcing a major new music festival coming to Washington, D.C., USA Today reports.
The Education Department has revoked guidance on services for English learners, alarming advocates who fear reduced protections and support for multilingual students nationwide.
Two staff members of the Israeli Embassy were killed in what authorities are calling an act of terror in Washington, DC, prompting a federal investigation and heightened security measures.
Lettuce supplied by Taylor Farms to Taco Bell has been linked to a U.S. cyclosporiasis outbreak, the Washington Post reported, citing Reuters and health officials investigating the cases.
The Washington Huskies continue their gradual rise in the USA Softball rankings, edging higher in the latest poll as consistent pitching and timely hitting boost their national profile.
Wildfires sweeping eastern Washington state have forced emergency evacuations, destroyed homes, and choked communities with smoke as crews battle fast-moving blazes amid hot, dry conditions.
USS George Washington arrives in Da Nang, underscoring the enduring U.S.-Vietnam partnership with joint engagements, naval cooperation, and strengthened regional security ties.
The U.S. government shutdown has become the longest in history, as partisan deadlock over border security and funding deepens. ABC News examines how it unfolded and what’s next for workers and services.
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The U.S. Department of Education has requested clarification from California and Washington on planned revisions to transgender policies, seeking details on compliance with federal civil rights protections.
The Justice Department has dropped its criminal case against an Olympic athlete accused of damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, citing insufficient evidence to proceed.
As federal climate efforts stall, Washington state finds itself under mounting pressure to lead. Lawmakers, activists, and industry now grapple with how far and how fast to cut emissions.
Donald Trump launched his grand sporting season with an unprecedented event as UFC fights took place on the White House lawn, drawing fans, critics and global media scrutiny.
President Trump warned he may impose a 100% tariff on European imports if EU nations proceed with planned taxes on U.S. digital services, escalating transatlantic trade tensions.
A contentious House vote on Israel has laid bare deepening fractures within the Democratic Party, spotlighting generational, ideological, and political tensions over U.S. Middle East policy.
Donald Trump has unveiled a star-studded lineup for the nation’s 250th anniversary rally in Washington, D.C., promising patriotic performances and high-profile guests.
A new report ranks America’s most educated cities, and two Washington metro areas make the cut. The findings highlight regional gains in advanced degrees and shifting talent hubs.
Former President Donald Trump appeared to retreat from earlier suggestions that the U.S. should charge fees for protecting oil shipments in the Strait of Hormuz, softening his stance in recent remarks.
A year-old nonprofit has unveiled plans for a maritime museum on Alexandria’s waterfront, aiming to celebrate the city’s nautical heritage and boost tourism and local economic activity.