Author: Atticus Reed

On October 2, 2025, the second day of the U.S. government shutdown, CNN reported mounting delays in federal services, growing political tensions, and rising public frustration nationwide.

Buddhist monks concluded a multi-day peace walk in Washington, D.C., ending at the National Mall with prayers and silent meditation. Crowds gathered to witness the ceremony.

The Washington National Opera is set to leave the Kennedy Center following what critics label a Trump-inspired “takeover,” raising concerns over political influence on U.S. cultural institutions.

New UW athletic director Pat Chun appears vindicated in leaving rival WSU, as early administrative moves and program momentum in Seattle signal a promising new chapter.

ITA Airways is expanding its U.S. network with new nonstop routes to Washington DC and San Francisco, strengthening transatlantic connectivity and targeting premium business travellers.

Pope Leo XIV urged renewed dialogue between the US and Cuba on Thursday, calling for restraint and diplomacy as tensions rise following Washington’s latest executive order.

Progressive commentator Cenk Uygur discussed rising political polarization in the U.S. on C-SPAN, examining media influence, partisan divides, and possible paths to reform.

U.S. companies are preparing price increases as they brace for Donald Trump’s proposed global tariffs, warning consumers could face higher costs and disrupted supply chains.

The US has reportedly set a 2027 deadline for Europe to assume primary responsibility for NATO’s defense, officials told Reuters, signaling a major strategic shift in transatlantic security.

A new Business Insider feature explores every US president’s favorite foods, from Jefferson’s hoecakes to Reagan’s jelly beans and even Truman’s rumored taste for squirrel stew.

Donald Trump escalated tensions with Ottawa, claiming Canada “lives because of the US” after ex–Bank of England chief Mark Carney sharply criticized Washington’s economic leadership.

From concerts and museum exhibits to family-friendly festivals, here are the top events happening across the D.C. region Jan. 6-12. Plan your week with NBCWashington.com’s curated list.

As debates over public safety intensify, a new Japan Times report probes how reliable U.S. crime statistics really are, questioning data gaps, political spin and the impact on policing and policy.

Democratic Senate leader rules out another government shutdown as lawmakers unveil new funding bills, signaling momentum toward averting a fiscal standoff in Washington.

FIFA will conduct the 2026 World Cup draw this Friday in Washington, D.C., as 48 teams learn their group-stage fate ahead of the expanded tournament hosted across North America.

The Justice Department has launched an investigation into whether DC police manipulated crime statistics, raising concerns about data integrity and public trust in law enforcement.

The Trump administration unveils new rural health funding aimed at shoring up struggling hospitals and clinics, but advocates warn attached policy conditions could limit local control.

Washington state officials are tallying widespread flood damage as another powerful atmospheric river approaches, raising fears of renewed evacuations, road closures and infrastructure strain.

Across the U.S., dormant volcanoes show renewed rumblings. In Washington, scientists are watching seismic shifts closely, weighing what subtle underground changes could mean for future eruptions.

The head of D.C.’s police union questions the city’s crime data, telling NBC4 Washington that official statistics understate violence and fail to reflect what officers see daily on the streets.