Recent rain in DC region ‘didn’t do much to dent the drought’ of drinking water supply, expert says

WTOP News 8/3 6:39A Neal Augenstein

Despite the recent torrential rain and flash flooding in portions of the D.C. region, the flow of the Potomac River is so low that local water suppliers are beginning to monitor for a drought. Related stories Heavy storms could bring flash...

‘A beautiful art form’: DC-area resident shares her love of cigars with others

WTOP News 8/3 1:47A Tadiwos Abedje

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. Arlington educator teaches the 'art form' of cigars Mechelle...

How long will it take to make DC skies safer?

WTOP News 8/3 12:00A Steve Dresner

It s been 18 months since a military helicopter and regional jet collided over the Potomac River, and six months since the National Transportation Safety Board issued 50 recommendations to improve airline safety at Reagan National Airport and...

Trump blasts Pirro after she refutes his claim that Reflecting Pool was damaged by vandals

WTOP News 8/1 8:25A WTOP Staff

The Washington Monument is seen in the background of the now drained Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, Wednesday, July 29, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Rahmat Gul) The Washington Monument is seen in...

American Black Film Festival brings three-day pop-up to Union Market

WTOP News 8/1 6:04A Jimmy Alexander

The American Black Film Festival kicks off its pop-up tour in D.C. this fall, launching a three-day showcase of films, conversations and industry programming at another pop-up: Union Market s Angelika Film. Related stories DC comedian Tommy...

‘You can see everything’: DC’s Waldorf Astoria reopens historic clock tower to the public

WTOP News 8/1 2:48A Jimmy Alexander

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. Waldorf Astoria reopens historic clock tower to the public One of the...

Upper Marlboro woman charged in fatal Northwest DC hit-and-run

WTOP News 7/31 5:10A LaDawn Black

A Maryland woman has been arrested and charged with involuntary manslaughter months after a hit-and-run crash killed a pedestrian in Foggy Bottom, according to D.C. police. Shaneia Gregnesia Lincoln, 34, of Upper Marlboro, was arrested Monday on...

Commanders envision loud new DC stadium built to draw fans, players and major events

WTOP News 7/31 4:35A LaDawn Black

The Washington Commanders want their planned stadium at the former RFK Stadium site to deliver an imposing home-field advantage while becoming a destination for fans, players and some of the world’s biggest sporting events. In an interview with...

Memorial honoring veterans of the first Gulf War nears completion on National Mall

WTOP News 7/31 12:28A Mike Murillo

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. Desert Storm Memorial nears completion on National Mall More than 35 years after the first Gulf War, veterans who...

DC comedian Tommy Davidson returns home to ‘dispense happy’

WTOP News 7/31 12:15A Jimmy Alexander

Next week, the D.C. Improv hosts hometown favorite Tommy Davidson for six shows. Davidson explained to WTOP contributor Joe Yasharoff that “his trips to comedy clubs are about dispensing happy to people.” “I go into these little enclaves in this...

School’s out, hunger’s up: DC area nonprofit steps in to feed kids

WTOP News 7/30 10:39P John Domen

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. Nonprofit provides fresh produce to communities facing food insecurity During the school year, struggling families...

Things to do in the DC area: Otakon, Black Books Matter Fest … and more!

WTOP News 7/30 12:04A Michelle Goldchain

Fans of anime, K-pop and nerd culture are uniting in D.C. this weekend for the massive, annual event, known as Otakon . The event offers variety of panels, workshops, an artist alley, a car show, maid cafe and more, all dedicated to celebrating...

After Fort Dupont Ice Arena renovation, some skaters and hockey programs say access has shrunk

WTOP News 7/28 10:38P Mike Murillo

Fort Dupont Ice Arena is back open after a nearly $39 million renovation, but some longtime users say getting on the ice has become more difficult under the facility s new operating model. Related...

The DC area’s 30 sweetest spots for ice cream, gelato, custard and more

WTOP News 7/28 4:52A Michelle Goldchain

Time to cool down! Whether you re craving gelato, soft serve, frozen custard, ice cream or something else that is just sweet and cold enough, WTOP has a list focused on the most reliable neighborhood spots for a scoop, sundae or something truly...

WATCH LIVE: Lindsey Graham eulogized in DC funeral

WTOP News 7/28 3:59A Diane Morris

Sen. Lindsey Graham, the son of pool hall owners who rose to become one of his generation s more influential U.S. politicians at home and abroad, is being eulogized Tuesday as a “swashbuckling” public servant and “true American original” during...