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Three Washington, D.C., universities posted notable gains in the latest U.S. News & World Report college rankings, reflecting targeted investments in academics and student outcomes.
Furry culture, a fandom where participants adopt animal personas, faces new scrutiny as Sen. Tommy Tuberville criticizes school “furry” accommodations, fueling debate over identity and misinformation.
Two Redmond children missing since 2023 have been found safe near Washington, D.C., authorities said, ending a multistate search that drew national attention.
Wildfires in eastern Washington have destroyed more than 600 structures and forced 60,000 residents to evacuate, as firefighters battle fast-moving blazes amid hot, dry conditions.
Toys ‘R’ Us will reopen locations in three Washington cities this October, marking a major comeback for the iconic toy retailer as it partners with new outlets to reenter the regional market.
Today’s political spotlight falls on Trump’s controversial reflection pool proposal, lawyer Todd Blanche’s high-profile nomination, and key Primary Day contests reshaping the 2024 race.
Gulf states weigh Trump’s tougher Iran stance, debating whether renewed US sanctions can curb Tehran’s influence or if military confrontation looms closer on the horizon.
Trump and Fox host Pete Hegseth used 9/11 Pentagon memorial remarks to justify a harder line on Iran, drawing criticism for politicizing the solemn remembrance ceremony.
A new US military pact has eased tensions in Greenland, yet skepticism lingers. Local leaders welcome strategic security gains but warn that public trust in Washington remains fragile.
As midterms near, a new AP poll finds public trust in political campaigns at a low ebb, with former President Donald Trump drawing particularly high levels of skepticism.
Donald Trump capped summer celebrations for America’s upcoming 250th birthday by attending an unprecedented IndyCar race through downtown Washington, drawing crowds and political scrutiny.
Donald Trump highlighted a Guardian article on falling drug prices, apparently seeking praise, but the piece credits President Joe Biden’s policies, not Trump, for the reductions.
The U.S. has imposed sanctions on the International Criminal Court’s president and chief prosecutor, escalating its confrontation with the Hague-based tribunal over investigations into American personnel.
Washington state officials plan to sue the U.S. Postal Service, alleging recent operational changes undermine mail-in voting and constitute an unlawful attack on vote-by-mail.
IQAir’s wildfire map is tracking the Kaiser Canyon Fire in Washington, highlighting real-time air quality, smoke spread, and health risks for nearby communities.
The New Republic reports the Trump administration is allegedly concealing the true number of U.S. troops killed in the Iran conflict, raising concern over transparency and public trust.
A California man accused of bringing a homemade guillotine to the US Capitol grounds has pleaded not guilty, challenging federal charges tied to alleged threats against public officials.
The U.S. Treasury Department has barred select journalists from covering a key G20 finance meeting, raising press freedom concerns and prompting demands for transparency in media access decisions.
US allies in Asia express concern as Washington shifts key military assets toward the Middle East for a possible conflict with Iran, raising questions over regional security commitments
As traffic through the Strait of Hormuz declines, Donald Trump reiterates that the US maintains “control” over the key oil shipping lane, renewing tensions and debate over Washington’s regional influence.