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The Kennedy Center has removed Donald Trump’s name from donor listings after he missed a key funding deadline, USA Today reports, underscoring shifting ties with the former president.
A US judge has ordered the removal of Donald Trump’s name from the Kennedy Center, ruling a prior naming agreement invalid. The decision follows legal challenges to Trump-era commemorations.
Aerial images reveal Trump’s $14.2m Scottish golf resort makeover has produced one striking new feature: a vivid blue pool, sparking debate over spending, optics and environmental impact.
The US Treasury has warned Oman it may face sanctions over alleged interference in shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, raising regional tensions, Al Jazeera reported.
Authorities have recovered seven bodies from a Washington state paper mill after a deadly incident, as crews continue efforts to dilute and contain contaminated water on site.
Washington Governor warns a deadly tank-rupture explosion may be the state’s worst industrial disaster, as investigators probe safety failures and communities mourn the victims.
A Washington Post report reveals a covert commando plan to seize Iran’s uranium stockpile was launched at Donald Trump’s request, raising fresh concerns over rogue operations.
Fatal work injuries in Washington declined in 2024, according to new Bureau of Labor Statistics data, with transportation and construction remaining among the state’s most hazardous sectors.
The Senate has voted to extend a controversial surveillance program used by U.S. spy agencies, intensifying debate over privacy rights, oversight, and national security.
The US Secret Service has shot a gunman near the White House, officials say. The area was quickly secured as agents responded, and an investigation into the incident is now under way.
A US federal panel has approved Donald Trump’s proposal for a massive commemorative arch in Washington, DC, raising debate over its design, symbolism, and impact on the capital’s historic landscape.
Redwire has been named the official drone technology partner of the Washington Commanders, enhancing in-game experiences while supporting the team’s initiatives to honor and celebrate military service.
A suspect in the fatal shooting of a DC National Guard member will face first-degree murder charges, former prosecutor Jeanine Pirro said, according to ABC News, as the investigation intensifies.
U.S. officials say a blockade of Iranian ports is now “fully implemented,” tightening pressure on Tehran as President Trump considers whether to pursue renewed diplomatic talks, CBS News reports.
Trump’s move to place D.C. police under federal control spotlights the DC Home Rule Act, raising fresh questions about local autonomy, congressional authority, and limits of self-governance.
German opposition leader Friedrich Merz has sought to downplay tensions with Washington, despite concerns in Berlin over the planned US troop drawdown from Germany.
A federal judge has blocked a Trump administration immigration rule affecting travelers from 39 countries, temporarily halting its enforcement while legal challenges proceed.
Americans are increasingly pessimistic about their finances, with many struggling to keep up. A majority now also say using the U.S. military against Iran was a mistake, an ABC/Post/Ipsos poll finds.
A flesh-eating screwworm detected in Texas is raising alarms among ranchers and veterinarians, as experts warn the parasite could threaten U.S. cattle herds and trigger costly control measures.
Washington, DC’s highly educated workforce is confronting a stark reality: strong résumés and advanced degrees no longer guarantee employment, raising urgent questions about the city’s economy.