Tip leads to arrest in cold case killing of off-duty DC police officer in Baltimore

WTOP News 4/17 11:06A WTOP Staff

Officer Tony Anthony Mason Jr., 40, was shot and killed in Baltimore. (Courtesy D.C. Police Union)(Courtesy D.C. Police Union ) Officer Tony Anthony Mason Jr., 40, was shot and killed in Baltimore....

Washington Mystics considers holding some high-demand home games at Capital One Arena this year

WTOP News 4/17 9:05A John Domen

The Washington Mystics play in the WNBA s second smallest arena at a time when interest in women s college basketball has gone way up. Can the arena they call home accommodate that increased interest, especially now that the stars of women’s...

Dress up with The Dude as ‘The Lebowski Experience’ returns to DC

WTOP News 4/17 5:53A Jason Fraley

toggle audio on and off change volume download audio WTOP's Jason Fraley previews 'The Lebowski Experience' (Part 1) "The Lebowski Experience" performs at Pearl Street Warehouse. (Josh Brick)(Courtesy...

Closures and other things you need to know about Saturday’s Red Bull Showrun on Pennsylvania Avenue

WTOP News 4/17 5:19A Jose Umana

Motorsport fans will pack the National Mall on Saturday to watch a Formula 1 race car drive through the heart of the nation s capital. Here s what you need to know. Red Bull Racing is hosting its...

This Small Virginia Town Has Become a Gen-X Playground

Washingtonian Things To Do 4/17 2:00A Kathy Orton

Western Loudoun County has built a well-deserved reputation in the past couple of decades as an equestrian and wine destination. Purcellville, a town tucked between rolling fields and hills about 50 miles from downtown DC, is home to several...

5 Great Glamping Getaways a Short Drive From DC

Washingtonian Things To Do 4/17 1:00A Daniella Byck

Yoga and Beehives River Mountain location_on Everett, Pennsylvania language Website Distance from DC: Two hours and 20 minutes There are two options for tent slumberers at this glamping spot. Three yurts have clear panels on the domed roof so you...

What to Escape the City? Here Are 3 Camping Spots Near DC

Washingtonian Things To Do 4/17 12:59A Daniella Byck

Beach Ponies location_on Assateague Island National Seashore language Website Assateague Island Distance from DC: Two hours and 45 minutes For sandy panoramas and a chance to vacation among wild horses, park your car or RV on the Maryland section...

Skinny home offers 6-foot-wide accommodations in Northwest DC for under $600K

WTOP News 4/16 11:50P Mike Murillo

The housing market has been tough, but in D.C.’s Shaw neighborhood one home may be someone’s chance to get into a brand-new single-family home. But there is a catch — it’s only six feet wide. Nady Samnang, CEO of a contractor based out of...

From ‘The Wiz’ revival to Alicia Keys musical, DC native launches two Broadway shows in one week

WTOP News 4/16 10:25P Jason Fraley

toggle audio on and off change volume download audio WTOP's Jason Fraley previews the Alicia Keys musical 'Hell's Kitchen' on Broadway (Part 1) Last fall, her nonprofit teamed with National Theatre s...

Guitarist breaks down John Mellencamp’s biggest hits before this week’s concert at DAR Constitution...

WTOP News 4/16 10:12A Jason Fraley

toggle audio on and off change volume download audio WTOP's Jason Fraley previews John Mellencamp at DAR Constitution Hall (Part 1) Few artists captured the essence of American rock and roll like John...

‘Bright and accomplished’ Howard University student dies after being hit by car on campus

WTOP News 4/16 9:28A Abigail Constantino

Howard University campus holds vigil for Mohamed Samura, a student who died following a crash on campus. (Courtesy 7News) Howard University campus holds vigil for Mohamed Samura, a student who died...

15 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day Around DC

Washingtonian Things To Do 4/16 9:01A Jessica Ruf

Created in the US in 1970, Earth Day—which falls on April 22 each year—has evolved into a worldwide event, with communities around the globe now dedicating the day to support the environmental movement, to take part in hands-on change, and to...

“The Tortured Poets Department”: Where To Celebrate Taylor Swift’s New Album Around DC

Washingtonian Things To Do 4/16 6:12A Omega Ilijevich

It’s a big week for Taylor Swift fans: The singer is dropping her latest album the Tortured Poets Department on Friday, April 19. Here s where to sing your heart out and more with other “tortured poets around DC.  WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17 Cookie...

Hozier and Laufey Will Headline This Year’s All Things Go Festival

Washingtonian Things To Do 4/16 4:03A Omega Ilijevich

All Things Go Music Festival will return for its tenth anniversary on Saturday, September 28, and Sunday, September 29. Just last year, the growing festival expanded from one day to two days at Merriweather Post Pavilion, and this year features...

IMF and World Bank Spring Meetings prompting road closures and parking restrictions

WTOP News 4/16 3:48A Jenna Romaine

The International Monetary Fund and World Bank Spring Meetings are back in D.C., running from Sunday, April 14 through Saturday, April 20, resulting in several road closures and temporary parking restrictions across the District. D.C. police is...