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- 1Trump's name linked to Ford's Theatre sparks criticism●Where is Trump trying to put his name next? Ford's Theatre– where Lincoln was shot
Donald Trump is facing scrutiny over reports that he is seeking to attach his name to Ford's Theatre, the Washington DC site where Abraham Lincoln was assassinated in 1865. Critics say the move would be inappropriate for such a historically significant location, while the story is spreading widely online as people question which institutions Trump might try to brand next.
- 2Ex-Kennedy Center staff say repairs halted before closure▼Former Kennedy Center employees claim officials halted repairs months prior to closure
Former Kennedy Center employees allege that officials stopped needed repairs months before the venue's closure, according to reporting by The Hill. The claim raises questions about whether the shutdown of the famed Washington, DC performing arts center was foreseeable or avoidable, and who is responsible for the deferred maintenance.
- 3Nor'easter or hurricane? Weekend storm threat for East Coast▼Nor'easter or hurricane? What this weekend's storm means for the DMV and East Coast
Meteorologists are tracking a powerful coastal storm expected to hit the East Coast this weekend, and its exact classification remains uncertain. The system could behave like a nor'easter, bringing heavy rain and strong winds, or take on hurricane-like characteristics. Washington DC area and Mid-Atlantic residents are being advised to watch forecasts closely as the weekend approaches and prepare for possible coastal impacts.
- 4Nor'easter batters Eastern Shore with heavy surf and flooding▼Heavy surf, flooding on Eastern Shore as nor’easter hits; rain in DC area
A nor'easter is hammering the Eastern Shore of Maryland and Virginia, bringing heavy surf and coastal flooding to low-lying communities, while the Washington, DC area is seeing steady rain. Officials are monitoring rising water levels along the coast as the storm pushes onshore, with conditions expected to worsen through the day.
- 5Anacostia River cleanup targets litter before it reaches the ocean▼Anacostia River cleanup this weekend aims to stop litter from reaching the ocean, gather data for researchers
A volunteer cleanup on the Anacostia River is being held this weekend, focused on removing litter before it can flow toward the ocean. Organizers also plan to collect data on the trash gathered, which will be shared with researchers studying pollution. The event highlights ongoing local efforts to restore one of the Washington, DC area's most polluted waterways.
- 6Slain real estate agent mourned as man confesses to pastor●Murdered real estate agent mourned; Man confesses to pastor | Crime in the DMV
A real estate agent in the Washington DC area has been killed, and community members are mourning the victim. In a separate development in the case, a man has reportedly confessed to a pastor, according to FOX 5 DC's Crime in the DMV coverage. Details about the victim's identity, the circumstances of the killing, and the confession have not been made public.
- 7DC's largest retail property hits the market▼News | DC retail property called city's largest is up for grabs
A large retail property in Washington, DC described as the city's biggest is being put up for sale. The listing has drawn attention from commercial real estate watchers, coming at a time when the retail property market faces questions over pricing, vacancy rates and demand in the capital. Details on the seller, the asking price and potential buyers have not yet been made public.
- 8DC Volunteers Join Ocean Conservancy's Coastal Cleanup in Anacostia▼DC volunteers participate in Ocean Conservancy's 2026 International Coastal Cleanup in Anacostia
Volunteers in Washington, DC took part in Ocean Conservancy's 2026 International Coastal Cleanup along the Anacostia River, joining a global effort to remove trash from waterways and shorelines. The annual event draws participants worldwide to collect and log litter, raising awareness of plastic pollution and its impact on rivers, oceans and wildlife.