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Father and son dead in Sterling murder-suicide, deputies say

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 01:43:32 GMT

Investigators say there is no threat to the community.

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Gas outage enters third day in Beltsville after explosion

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 01:42:45 GMT

Washington Gas says restoration could take up to 72 hours to restore services back to residents home.

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Bruce Campbell reveals cancer diagnosis

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 01:39:35 GMT

Campbell, known for his role as Ash Williams in the "Evil Dead" franchise, announced his diagnosis on Monday.

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Dog treats recalled in 5 states over salmonella risk

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 01:21:41 GMT

No issues have been reported to date from the recalled treats, according to an FDA notice.

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Congress debates an Iran conflict that is already underway

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:50:59 GMT

The U.S. Congress is about to launch a war powers debate over President Donald Trump's authority to bomb Iran under largely unusual circumstances.

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As war in Mideast widens, US says attacks on Iran will last weeks and intensify

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:47:32 GMT

The Middle East faces escalating turmoil as the U.S. and Israel clash with Iran, igniting a conflict that threatens global oil supplies and regional stability.

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Supreme Court blocks law against schools outing transgender students to their parents in California

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:10:34 GMT

The order blocks for now a state law that bans automatic parental notification requirements if students change their pronouns or gender expression at school.

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Bill Clinton tries to distance himself from Epstein in videos released from his testimony last week

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:01:46 GMT

The depositions from former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton spanned hours over two days last week.

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Virginia troopers identify victims, suspect in chaotic Beltway stabbing investigation

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:01:13 GMT

Two people and a dog are dead. Three others remain hospitalized with serious injuries.

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Voter Guide: Fairfax County Special Election for Braddock School Board Election Day is Tuesday, March 3

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 23:55:19 GMT

Braddock District voters will fill a Fairfax County School Board vacancy on March 3.

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Remediation process has started along the Potomac River following massive sewer spill, DC Water officials say

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 23:26:11 GMT

The estimated cost of the remediation process is expected to be $10 million, according to DC Water CEO David Gadis.

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State Department urges Americans to leave Middle East countries

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 23:24:48 GMT

The warning came after the U.S. and Israel exchanged strikes with Iran.

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US stocks erase sharp losses, while oil prices leap on worries about Iran conflict

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 23:10:22 GMT

Past military conflicts in the Middle East have not caused long-term drops for markets, but rising oil prices could have significant effects for a long time.

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Todd Meadows, 'Deadliest Catch' deckhand, dies at 25

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 22:43:04 GMT

Capt. Rick Shelford said on Monday that Meadows' death is "the most tragic day in the history" of the boat.

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Cause of death for Wu-Tang Clan founding member Oliver 'Power' Grant revealed

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 22:37:34 GMT

Grant, who died on Feb. 24, was an executive producer in the group's early recordings.

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2 major streaming services plan to merge platforms

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 22:18:56 GMT

The head of Paramount Skydance said the combined streaming service would reach more than 200 million subscribers.

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DC region increases security following attack in Iran; officials urge cyber vigilance

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 22:02:44 GMT

DC-area officials increase security at federal sites and embassies following attacks in Iran; experts warn residents to prioritize cyber defense measures.

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Savannah Guthrie and her sister return to their mother’s home in first sighting there since disappearance

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 21:52:15 GMT

The "Today" anchor, her sister and brother-in-law walked arm in arm down the driveway, laid down yellow flowers and embraced each other in a tearful scene.

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DMV’s Iranian American Community Watches Closely As Conflict Intensifies Overseas

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 21:47:23 GMT

As U.S. military operations expand overseas, protests and celebrations unfold in the Washington region while lawmakers debate the president’s authority.

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Spring arrives with a vengeance: Record warmth expected across much of the U.S. this week

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 21:31:41 GMT

After a brutal winter, spring is coming in hot — literally.

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US military says death toll from Iran operation has risen to 6

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 21:28:41 GMT

The military confirmed on Monday the deaths of three additional U.S. service members.

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30 years after Alicia Showalter Reynolds was abducted, police continue to search for her killer

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 21:21:56 GMT

Virginia State Police say Reynolds was 26 years old when she disappeared on March 2, 1996.

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Trump's red neck caused by 'common skin cream,' White House says

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 20:58:12 GMT

Zoomed-in photos from at least as far back as Feb. 23 show visible redness on the president’s neck.

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'Grey's Anatomy' star Eric Dane's cause of death confirmed

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 20:40:35 GMT

The star died on Feb. 19 and is survived by his wife and their two teen daughters.

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Refunds tied to Trump's tariffs won't be paused, federal court rules

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 20:16:28 GMT

Trump’s Justice Department urged the Federal Circuit to proceed cautiously and hold off on a ruling for 90 days, but the judges refused.

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Owner of Texas bar attacked during mass shooting releases statement

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 20:07:34 GMT

The owner of Buford's bar in Downtown Austin had this message for victims, their families and law enforcement.

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Man who opened fire outside a Texas bar was not on law enforcement's radar, police and FBI say

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 19:34:45 GMT

Officers in Austin shot and killed the gunman, who used both a pistol and a rifle to carry out the attack, police said.

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Major historical documents start journey across US as part of nation's 250th anniversary celebration

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 19:22:08 GMT

Typically housed in highly controlled vaults at the National Archives, some major historical documents will be put on display for free at museums across the country.

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Strait of Hormuz: Oil and gas costs could rise if trade route is disrupted by conflict

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 18:49:24 GMT

The Strait of Hormuz is the narrow mouth of the Persian Gulf through which about a fifth of the world's oil passes. Any disruption could quickly impact oil markets.

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Will the strikes in Iran raise gas prices?

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 18:47:08 GMT

Some additional pain at the pump is likely, according to one expert, because Iran controls a waterway used by 20% of the world's oil supply.

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Starbucks launches spring menu Tuesday, with new drinks and a changed chai

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 18:43:02 GMT

Toasted coconut, lavender, and a new version of a classic drink will all be served up nationwide starting Tuesday.

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Monumental Sports Network set to broadcast the Hoop Culture Capital Classic

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 17:56:35 GMT

Fourteen players from the DMV and Baltimore area will take the court on April 4.

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Trump awards the Medal of Honor to 3 US Army service members in a White House ceremony

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 17:34:42 GMT

President Trump recognized three U.S. Army soldiers with the Medal of Honor at the White House.

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Judge orders 16-year-old charged with murder at NoMa recording studio held pending trial

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:58:22 GMT

Keyonte Johnson was arrested and charged with first-degree murder in December.

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Rare 'blood moon' rises early Tuesday. Here's how to watch.

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:34:19 GMT

Before dawn breaks on March 3, the moon will transform into a glowing red orb as a total lunar eclipse unfolds across the U.S. Here's when you might see it:

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Why did the US strike Iran? Pentagon lays out military's 4 goals in the conflict

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:20:18 GMT

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth insisted that the U.S. strikes were not going to be another "endless war" like the U.S.-led invasion of Iraq from 2003 to 2011.

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Car struck parked tractor trailer, then burst into flames, killing driver: Virginia State Police

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:00:24 GMT

The driver was identified as Jose Daniel Rivera Quintana, 19, of Bristow, Virginia.

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FBI investigating 'potential nexus to terrorism' in 6th Street shooting that left two dead, 14 injured | Shooter also killed

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:50:04 GMT

The Austin Police Department says 3 people are dead, including the suspect, and 14 were injured after a shooting just before 2 a.m. The FBI is also involved.

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US agencies prepare for potential threats of domestic terrorism following strikes on Iran

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:45:09 GMT

FBI Director Kash Patel said he placed the agency's counterterrorism and intelligence teams on "high alert" against any potential threats.

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US and Israeli strikes on Iran put further strain on international law

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:19:58 GMT

Officials in the Trump administration insist that the military campaign is a lawful measure to ensure Tehran does not build nuclear weapons.

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