New Racial Slur Allegation Follows Football Game | Patch PM

Potomac River ferry reopening delayed | 21-year sentence for "Beltway Bank Bandit" | Kennedy Center plans reopening: Patch PM

Washington DC Area Red Cross Blood Drives Coming Up Soon

The Red Cross is holding a series of blood drives soon in the Washington DC area.

Vaccine Eligibility Date Moved After Biden Visits NoVA | Patch PM

Police investigate fatal barricade crash at Capitol | outdoor office and more spaces | Amazon grocery store hiring: Patch PM

Cicada Challenge Capitalizes On Insect Buzz | Patch PM

Phase 1c vaccinations begin in some NoVA localities | 4 arrests in I-66 carjacking | Nationals opener scheduled after delay: Patch PM

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Capitol Police Officer Dies, COVID Delays Nats' Start | Top News

Top VA, DC news includes marijuana legalization push, in-person learning support, vaccine clinics, and Washington Football Team dance team.

Holocaust School Activity Removed After Criticism | Patch PM

Vaccine eligibility to expand | COVID-19 delays Nationals opener | development implications for NoVA suburb's population: Patch PM

Vaccine Expanded To All Of Grocery Chain's Pharmacies | Patch PM

Marijuana legalization proposed for July | few Nats in quarantine ahead of Opening Day | two Capitol Police officers sue Trump: Patch PM

Gov. Larry Hogan Proclaims April Safe Digging Month

Contacting Miss Utility/District One Call before digging is a free service that can prevent damage to underground utility lines

Less Crowded Rail Service A Goal Of VA Agreements | Patch PM

Higher sugary drinks tax proposal | Washington Football Team dance team tryout | family-friendly spring break activities: Patch PM

Cherry Blossoms Peak Early At Tidal Basin | Patch PM

Virginia Beach police-involved shooting | 15 percent fully vaccinated in Virginia | survey finds support for in-person learning: Patch PM

D.C. Cherry Blossoms Hit Peak Bloom Days Ahead Of Schedule

The cherry blossoms along the Tidal Basin in Washington, D.C., reached their peak bloom on Sunday, according to the National Park Service.

Cherry Blossom Access Restricted, Eased Restrictions | Top News

Top VA, DC news includes legislation ending death penalty, Washington Football Team takes name suggestions, and pipe bombs recovered.

Smithsonian Gets $1M Gift From Bank Of America For Latino Gallery

The Smithsonian Latino Center received a $1 million gift from Bank of America to support the opening of the Molina Family Latino Gallery.

Washington Football Team Name Suggestions Top 15K | Patch PM

Death penalty abolished | charges after pipe bombs found | 25 percent of Virginians have one vaccine dose | wheelchair for dog: Patch PM

Tidal Basin Access To Be Restricted During Peak Bloom | Patch PM

Food emporium's ghost restaurant | governor eases some restrictions | truck with frozen fish crashes | single-use plastics order: Patch PM

Sparky The Fire Dog Accepts 70th Birthday Greetings In Anacostia

Children from St. Phillip’s Child Development Center in Anacostia on Tuesday gave Sparky the Fire Dog a card to celebrate his 70th birthday.

Park Service Limits Access To DC Cherry Blossoms Due To Pandemic

The National Park Service decided to limit all vehicle and pedestrian access to the cherry blossoms after consulting with health officials.

Single-Use Foam Containers To Be Phased Out With Ban | Patch PM

Free doughnuts for vaccinated people | NoVA leaders call for more vaccine supply | new Sheetz | grants for homeless initiatives: Patch PM

DC, 5 VA Cities Among Happiest In America For 2021: List

Washington, D.C., and 5 Virginia cities rank among the Happiest Cities in America on a WalletHub list comparing the largest 180 U.S. cities.

In-Person Graduation, Fatal Wrong-Way Interstate Crash | Top News

Top VA, DC news includes voting rights for former felons, racial slur allegations from football game, and DC easing restrictions.

Racial Slur Allegations Arise From NoVA Football Game | Patch PM

Fatal wrong-way crash on I-95 Express Lanes | bill to remove Byrd statue | school meals keep students fed during pandemic: Patch PM

Millions Go Hungry: How To Reduce Food Waste In DC

A new report estimates more than 17 percent of the world's food supply is wasted. In the United States, that number is doubled.

Dunkin' Delivers Donuts, Gift Cards To Thank Health Care Workers

Dunkin’ delivered donuts to doctors, nurses and staff at Children’s National Hospital and its satellite locations across the D.C. area.

DC To Ease Restrictions, Limited Nats Fans Likely | Patch PM

1 million fully vaccinated in Virginia | sober rides on St. Patrick's Day | gas prices climb | 50 cats arrive from Texas shelters: Patch PM

Prices At The Pump Climb As COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout Accelerates

The cost of gasoline at the pump in Virginia is $2.71 a gallon on average, compared to $2.11 a year ago when the pandemic was starting.

Daylight Saving Time 2021: When Clocks Change In NoVA, DC

Daylight saving time 2021 begins on the second Sunday in March, giving DC and NoVA residents more sunlight to play in after work and school.

Powerball Ticket Sold In Northern Virginia Worth $1M | Patch PM

Mass vaccination clinic planned | black bears more common in state | endorsements in governor's race | vaccinated Virginians data: Patch PM

Mass Vaccination Site To Serve 2 Localities | Patch PM

White House Easter Egg Roll status undecided | teacher dies of COVID-19 complications | Metro cuts averted with federal relief: Patch PM

2021 White House Easter Egg Roll Decision On Hold

The White House is waiting to make a decision on whether to hold the annual Easter Egg Roll on the Monday after Easter.

Dacha Beer Garden in D.C. Nominated For USA Today’s 10Best

Voting is still open for the 10 best places in the nation to drink beer outdoors. Make your choice.

Amazon Donates $600K, Delivery Services To DC, NoVA Food Banks

Amazon has partnered with local food pantries in the Washington, D.C., area since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.

DC Cherry Blossom Festival: Peak Viewing, Online Gifts, BloomCam

Organizers of the 2021 National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, D.C., are forecasting peak bloom of the cherry trees April 2-5.

Fox Anchor Suspended Over Tweet About Vaccines For Obese People

A news anchor with a Fox affiliate in D.C. was suspended over a tweet that criticized eligibility requirements for the COVID-19 vaccine.

Fundraiser Held For Daughters Of Late DC Chef Andrew La Porta

Friends of Andrew La Porta, owner of D.C.'s Pesce restaurant who died Feb. 5, are raising money to support his two young children.

What's Open, Closed On Presidents Day In DC 2021

Here's a look at what you can expect on Presidents Day.

Random Acts Of Kindness Day: Help Feed Neighbors In DC

Volunteering and supporting food banks in D.C. are among the ways to show kindness on Feb. 17.

'I Went For Knife Skills And They Gave Me Life Skills'

District woman sees new path forward thanks to DC Central Kitchen's Culinary Job Training program.

Giant Panda Cub Makes Public Debut At Smithsonian National Zoo

Xiao Qi Ji, who entered the world miraculously five months ago, was introduced to the world virtually in a livestream on Wednesday.

Inauguration: Some DC Bridges To Remain Open For Local Traffic

While security around the inauguration has sealed up the downtown area, much of the city is still accessible to traffic.