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Local doctor says back-to-school preps like health checkups should start now

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 23:04:46 Z

(WTOP News) Your kids might not want to hear this, but summer break is the best time for parents to start preparing them for the new school year, according to a D.C. physician. Related stories Rare transplant gives Stage 4 lung cancer patients a second chance at...

‘It’s showtime’: ‘Beetlejuice the Musical’ returns to haunt Broadway at The National

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 22:20:25 Z

(WTOP News) The musical offspring of Beetlejuice, the 1988 movie with a devoted fanbase, is in D.C. through July 19 at Broadway at The National. “It s very similar to the movie that we know and love. It s got all of the characters that we know,” said Kaitlin...

Trump's plan for a triumphal arch in DC wins early approval from a key federal agency

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:32:05 Z

(NBC DC (Local)) President Donald Trump s plans to build a skyline-altering arch in the nation s capital won initial approval Thursday from a key federal commission. The National Capital Planning Commission voted to approve preliminary site and building plans for the...

The District Fringe Festival returns with comedy, drama and puppets

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:16:55 Z

(WTOP News) This page contains a video which is being blocked by your ad blocker. In order to view the video you must disable your ad blocker. The District Fringe festival returns with comedy, drama and puppets The District Fringe Festival returns for the second...

Former Olympian pleads not guilty in Reflecting Pool damage case after Trump alleged vandalism

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 05:45:46 Z

(WTOP News) WASHINGTON (AP) — A former Olympic canoe racer pleaded not guilty on Thursday to deliberately damaging the recently renovated Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool , a politically charged case that his defense attorneys and other Trump administration...

APPLE SOUP

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 04:00:00 Z

(DC Life Magazine) In the annals of European gastronomy, few dishes capture the essence of seasonality, resourceful ingenuity, and global connectivity quite like fruit soup. This particular Apple Soup, with its harmonious blend of tart apples, sweet red currants, zesty...

24 HOUR CARROT SALAD

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 04:00:00 Z

(DC Life Magazine) Step into a mid-20th century American kitchen, and you’ll find the vibrant spirit of ingenuity and practicality simmering on every stovetop and chilling in every refrigerator. It was an era when the demands of modern life met the promise of...

From Policy to Pop: Anime and Asian Culture Reshape the DMV Scene

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 01:00:00 Z

(DC Life Magazine) Washington, D.C., a city often defined by policy and power, sees a captivating cultural transformation take hold across the DMV. From the bustling streets of Penn Quarter to the quiet corners of Arlington, a growing appreciation for anime and Asian...

Things to do in the DC area: Alexandria’s birthday bash, Gaithersburg’s SportsFest … and more!

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:42:07 Z

(WTOP News) Celebrate the nation s 250th birthday and Alexandria, Virginia s 277th birthday at one festive event this Saturday. At Oronoco Bay Park, guests across the region can enjoy a full day s worth of events, including live music, local vendors, a fireworks...

National Zoo’s newest tiger adjusts to her new home

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 23:17:37 Z

(WTOP News) This page contains a video which is being blocked by your ad blocker. In order to view the video you must disable your ad blocker. Meet the National Zoo's newest tiger! Follow WTOP’s Matt Kaufax as he explores hidden gems, local landmarks and unique...

Judge sets February trial for man charged with planting pipe bombs on the eve of the Capitol riot

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 09:30:57 Z

(WTOP News) The U.S. Capitol is seen during Independence Day events honoring the nation's 250th anniversary, Saturday, July 4, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Rahmat Gul) The U.S. Capitol is seen during Independence Day events honoring the nation's 250th...

DC Italian grocery and deli crosses the century mark

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 06:55:03 Z

(WTOP News) This page contains a video which is being blocked by your ad blocker. In order to view the video you must disable your ad blocker. A DC Italian grocery and deli turns 100 years old Many think this Italian grocery and deli is one of the best kept...

Reflecting Pool being drained – again – as Trump administration tries once more to fix DC landmark

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 06:16:24 Z

(WTOP News) (CNN) — Crews began draining the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on Sunday, according to Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, for the second time in three months. In an interview released Tuesday with Katie Miller, a conservative podcaster and wife of...

Where DC ranks on the list of riskiest cities to drive in

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 05:53:40 Z

(WTOP News) Allstate is out with its 2026 Best Drivers Report , and it has some harrowing findings for D.C.-area drivers. On a list ranking cities with the best drivers, D.C. comes in second to last, surpassed only by Boston, which ranked dead last. I think...

Metro deploys army of staff, buses to ease Red Line shutdown chaos

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 05:00:38 Z

(WTOP News) This page contains a video which is being blocked by your ad blocker. In order to view the video you must disable your ad blocker. Metro deploys army of staff, out-of-state motor coaches to ease Red Line shutdown chaos Long lines of Metro riders seen...

Sonesta Redondo Beach & Marina Review: A Waterfront Staycation Worth Taking

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 01:00:00 Z

(Alicia Tenise) Note: I was hosted by the Sonesta Redondo Beach & Marina. All opinions are my own. Sometimes the best getaway isn t across the country — it s right down the coast. I ve explored a lot of the Los Angeles beach scene over the years, but Redondo Beach...

DC voters may see a November ballot initiative banning certain foie gras sales

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 23:30:54 Z

(WTOP News) FILE - A serving of salt-cured fresh foie gras with herbs is displayed at Chef Didier Durand's Cyrano's Bistrot and Wine Bar in Chicago, Aug. 9, 2006. The Supreme Court is leaving in place a lower court ruling against duck liver lovers, declining...

Power line ‘undergrounding’ to interrupt traffic flow on NW DC commuter route

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 21:51:57 Z

(WTOP News) Work on burying power lines and preventing power outages in the District could cause a traffic bottleneck on a major east-west commuter route over the next month. On Tuesday, the District Department of Transportation is scheduled to close the two...

DMV Foodie Guide: Collab dinners and other delicious events in July

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 21:38:47 Z

(WTOP News) Every month, WTOP’s DMV Foodie Guide highlights craveable restaurant pop-ups, festivals, collaboration dinners and other standout food experiences bringing the D.C., Maryland and Virginia dining scene to life. The month of July started off with a...

Congressional committee on China asks Wizards and Capitals owner to cut ties with Alibaba

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 08:17:04 Z

(NBC DC (Local)) The owner of Washington s NBA and NHL teams received a letter from the chair of the U.S. House Select Committee on China asking him to cut ties with Alibaba, the Chinese tech giant that has gone to court to dispute the Pentagon s recent designation...

The ‘doormat wife’ who took down a presidency

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 22:56:34 Z

(WTOP News) This page contains a video which is being blocked by your ad blocker. In order to view the video you must disable your ad blocker. ‘Becoming Katharine Graham’ traces 50 years of change in American journalism The documentary Becoming Katharine Graham...

Celebrations continue for America’s 250th birthday

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 05:44:06 Z

(WTOP News) July Fourth may be over, but America continues celebrating its 250th anniversary. The Great American State Fair on the National Mall wraps up on July 10 with the theme “The Next 250: Innovation.” The Smithsonian Folklife Festival’s marketplace, which...

Working Capital: These preservationists clean a Revolutionary War gunboat one cotton swab at a time

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 01:10:00 Z

(WTOP News) This page contains a video which is being blocked by your ad blocker. In order to view the video you must disable your ad blocker. These preservationists clean a Revolutionary gunboat one cotton swab at a time In the D.C. region, conversations often...

What’s the key to a winning workplace? Top leader says it starts with hiring

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 00:38:06 Z

(WTOP News) This page contains a video which is being blocked by your ad blocker. In order to view the video you must disable your ad blocker. A winning workplace starts with hiring the right people Editor s note: WTOP recently named over 300 companies as Top...

Fans gear up to cheer on Folarin Balogun and Team USA on the National Mall

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 00:37:29 Z

(WTOP News) The FIFA World Cup Fan Zone will be buzzing on Monday night on the National Mall once again. On Sunday, fans got one more reason to be excited after FIFA announced that they have lifted a one-game suspension for forward Folarin Balogun , who received...

Afternoon storms bring flood risk to DC region Monday

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 23:49:06 Z

(WTOP News) The Washington Monument is visible as visitors to the Tidal Basin stand on a flooded walking path, April 3, 2024 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Andrew Harnik/Getty Images) The Washington Monument is visible as visitors to the Tidal Basin stand on a...

DC area under heat, air quality alerts after stormy Fourth of July

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 10:43:40 Z

(WTOP News) After a sweltering and stormy Fourth of July that briefly forced visitors to evacuate the National Mall and delayed the fireworks show , the D.C. area remains under multiple weather alerts Sunday. Related stories Hot, stormy weather impacts July...

Trump’s administration won’t seek new bids to repair the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 08:25:35 Z

(WTOP News) Workers install fireworks along the edge of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool ahead of the America 250 July 4th celebration on the National Mall, Thursday, July 2, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nathan Howard) Workers install fireworks along the...

Trump mixes patriotism with partisanship as he celebrates America’s ‘joyous’ 250th anniversary

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 20:06:43 Z

(WTOP News) President Donald Trump speaks at Salute to America, an Independence Day event honoring the nation's 250th anniversary, Saturday, July 4, 2026, on the National Mall in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon) President Donald Trump speaks at Salute to...

July Fourth brings more oppressive heat, severe storm potential

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 02:21:04 Z

(WTOP News) Stay with WTOP for coverage of America s semiquincentennial Fourth of July, including fireworks , A Capital Fourth concert , and other celebrations. Tune in to 103.5 FM on air, online or via the WTOP app . D.C. area residents and July Fourth visitors...

Mubadala DC Open ‘about 97% sold out’ as player field announced, Ein says

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 22:48:41 Z

(WTOP News) The Mubadala DC Open is set to sell out once again before a tennis ball is served. Mark Ein, chairman of the annual tennis tournament, told WTOP that tickets are getting very scarce with the event already about 97% sold out. The DC Open is set to...

Smithsonian Folklife Festival celebrates 250 with full slate of free July Fourth events

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 22:33:29 Z

(WTOP News) Stay with WTOP for coverage of America’s semiquincentennial Fourth of July, including fireworks , ‘A Capital Fourth’ concert , and other celebrations. Tune in to 103.5 FM on air, online or via the WTOP app . The Smithsonian Folklife Festival is...

Smoke from fireworks adds a July Fourth health challenge for these groups

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 22:14:39 Z

Live updates: Extreme heat, temps over 100° in DC area disrupt July 4 celebrations

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 12:46:54 Z

(NBC DC (Local)) What to Know Brace for dangerous temperatures today. Temperatures are expected to soar as high as 103°. The heat index could top 110°. An extreme heat warning has been issued for D.C., Maryland and Northern Virginia. The dangerous heat wave is...

Blistering heat postpones Great American State Fair, attendees cleared from National Mall

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 07:44:41 Z

(WTOP News) Visitors react to the heat while attending the Great American State Fair on the National Mall, Wednesday, July 1, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nathan Howard) Visitors react to the heat while attending the Great American State Fair on the National...

‘It has nothing to do with our culture’: Native American families on 250th

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 06:30:28 Z

(WTOP News) This page contains a video which is being blocked by your ad blocker. In order to view the video you must disable your ad blocker. Hundreds gather at rally to say July 4 'has nothing to do with (Native American) culture' Flags, fireworks and freedom...

What’s that noise? What you need to know about DC flyovers Friday and Saturday

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 04:04:37 Z

(WTOP News) File photo of the Air Force Thunderbirds flying in formation. (Courtesy U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt Richard Rose Jr)(Courtesy Staff Sgt Richard Rose Jr) File photo of the Air Force Thunderbirds flying in formation. (Courtesy U.S. Air Force...

How some paint helps Metro keep the trains running during this heat wave

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 23:24:30 Z

(WTOP News) The extreme heat has been causing delays for rail systems up and down the east coast this week, and Metro isn’t totally immune, but the transit system is doing everything it can to mitigate issues. One bright spot is the reduction in the number of...

‘Guard, go home!' Hegseth ceremony in DC's Meridian Hill Park met by protest

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 09:34:59 Z

(NBC DC (Local)) Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth hosted a ceremony in D.C.’s Malcolm X Park, also known as Meridian Hill Park, to recognize National Guard members and celebrate the restoration of the park’s fountains – and was met by protests. “Guard, go home!” and...

DC’s World Central Kitchen helps feed Venezuelans after earthquake

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 03:50:43 Z

(WTOP News) Hours after back-to-back earthquakes hit northern Venezuela , volunteers with World Central Kitchen, the nonprofit founded by chef José Andrés in D.C., mobilized to help distribute food to people who are in a desperate situation. As work continued to...