Why the next full moon is called the 'Snow Moon' — and how to see it

The 2026 'Snow Moon,' February’s full moon, peaks Sunday, Feb. 1. Named for winter’s snowier months, it will be visible at moonrise with easy viewing for skywatchers.

Police give update after 5 injured in D.C. shooting
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We are hearing from police in Washington D.C. this evening after 2 teens and 3 adults were injured in a shooting Thursday evening, according to officials. Reports from our partners at FOX 5 DC say that according to D.C. Fire and EMS, all victims were taken to the hospital for treatment. The ongoing law enforcement investigation has shut down the 5900 block of 16th Street, NW, from Missouri Avenue to Oglethorpe Street, NW, in both directions. 

Washington Post reporter’s home searched by FBI in classified documents probe, newspaper says

FBI agents searched the home of a Washington Post reporter as part of an investigation into a government contractor accused of taking home classified material, the newspaper reported.

AOC comments on ICE-related shooting in Minneapolis
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New York representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez gave comments on the ICE-involved shooting in Minneapolis, Minnesota today, calling the shooting "criminal" and "murder" while on the steps of Capitol Hill.

Trump claims US will 'run' Venezuela after Maduro captured

The United States carried out a large-scale strike in Venezuela early Saturday, President Donald Trump said.

Alleged Jan. 6 pipe bomber reset phone 943 times before arrest, court docs say

The details surrounding Brian Cole Jr.'s confession of allegedly planting pipe bombs in Washington, D.C. on the eve of the Jan. 6, 2021 Capitol riot were released on Sunday as part of pre-trial court filings.

2025 Holiday Shipping Deadlines: USPS, FedEx, UPS important dates to remember

With the holidays right around the corner, you need to be sure to mail packages early to ensure on-time delivery. Keep these essential 2025 shipping deadlines in mind from USPS, FedEx, and UPS to ensure your cards and gifts reach their destinations in time for Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa and other holidays.

Trump gives fed workers off on Christmas Eve, December 26

On Thursday, President Donald Trump signed an executive order to give federal workers off on December 24 and December 26 this year, creating a five-day holiday break. 

Fani Willis testifies before Senate Committee
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Fani Willis, former local DA in Fulton County, Georgia, where Atlanta principally is located, gave fiery testimony today before a Senate committee on Capitol Hill.

President Trump elaborates on his Rob Reiner comments
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During a press conference in the Oval Office for awarding border patrol agents, President Trump responded to a question about his Truth Social post that was denounced by multiple GOP lawmakers as inappropriate in the wake of Reiner's killing this weekend.

Trump critical of Rob Reiner in Truth Social post
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The morning after it was reported that Rob Reiner and his wife were murdered in their Los Angeles area home, President Trump posted a reaction on Truth Social that appeared to blame Reiner's death on his dislike of President Trump. Trump's post drew criticism from multiple sides of the political aisle.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Draw: What time, how to watch & more

The eyes of the soccer world will turn to Washington, D.C. today as the city hosts the official draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The event marks a major moment ahead of the largest World Cup in history, which will feature 48 teams playing 104 matches across three countries.

House Dems release more Epstein photos
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House Democrats have released more photos from the Jeffrey Epstein sex crimes case, showing photos of the convicted trafficker's private island in the Bahamas.