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A vote to add new express toll lanes on the Capital Beltway in Virginia was delayed for more study.

Vote to expand Beltway express toll lanes in Virginia delayed

A vote Wednesday could add new express toll lanes on the Capital Beltway in Virginia from the Springfield interchange through Alexandria and across the Wilson Bridge. Residents say something needs to ...

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NBC4 Washington @nbcwashington.com · 1h

JUDGE BLOCKS LAYOFFS: A federal order blocks Trump's layoffs of thousands of government workers during the shutdown. “You can’t do this in a nation of laws," the judge said.

Judge blocks Trump's shutdown layoffs, calling them illegal

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NBC4 Washington @nbcwashington.com · 1h

The ongoing government shutdown is delaying the announcement of the annual Social Security cost-of-living adjustment for tens of millions of beneficiaries.

Social Security cost-of-living increase announcement delayed by government shutdown

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NBC4 Washington @nbcwashington.com · 1h

A controversial video showing Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem blaming Democrats for the government shutdown is not airing at airports in the D.C. area. Here’s what travelers said at DCA.

Video of Noem blaming Democrats for shutdown not airing at DC-area airports

A controversial video showing Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem blaming Democrats for the government shutdown is not airing at airports in the D.C. area. The video was not on display near TSA li...

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NBC4 Washington @nbcwashington.com · 2h

😋 Get ready to snag a reservation: Eight more restaurants have earned a spot in D.C.’s Michelin Guide. One claims to have the best jollof rice.

Michelin adds 8 new restaurants to DC dining guide

Get ready to snag a reservation: Eight more restaurants have earned a spot in D.C.’s Michelin Guide. The makers of the elite dining guide announced their new recommendations on Wednesday. Here’s the f...

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NBC4 Washington @nbcwashington.com · 2h

The court's six conservative justices, to one degree or another, seemed like they would vote to effectively strike down a Black majority House district in Louisiana because it relied too heavily on race.

Future of Voting Rights Act hangs in the balance at the Supreme Court

The Supreme Court appeared inclined to limit the use of the Voting Rights Act to force states to draw electoral districts favorable to minority voters.

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“As soon as they pulled him out, everyone in the operating room collectively gasped."

Tennessee woman gives birth to record-breaking baby: ‘Shocked at his size'

On July 29, Shelby Martin gave birth to Cassian, a 12-pound, 14 ounce boy, one of the largest newborns ever delivered at Tristar Centennial Women’s Hospital.

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NBC4 Washington @nbcwashington.com · 3h

LEAD LEVELS IN CINNAMON: The FDA has issued new health alerts about cinammon products found to have elevated lead levels. Here's what to know:

FDA adds more cinnamon products to public health alert over elevated lead levels

The FDA has identified additional cinnamon products sold in the U.S. that were found to contain elevated levels of lead.

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NBC4 Washington @nbcwashington.com · 3h

The National Air and Space Museum called off its popular Halloween party due to the government shutdown.

National Zoo, Air and Space Museum cancel Halloween events due to government shutdown

The National Zoo and Air and Space Museum called off their popular annual Halloween kids’ events, a disappointment for many D.C.-area families as the government shutdown hit two weeks with no clear si...

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NBC4 Washington @nbcwashington.com · 3h

"There is no parent, caregiver, anyone that would feel comfortable with children walking this route by themselves."

Prince George's parents say change to school bus route puts their kids in danger

A couple in Bowie, Maryland, says their children’s bus route is too dangerous since the school district moved their stop from the end of their street to a busy intersection. News4 joined the Afoakwah ...

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NBC4 Washington @nbcwashington.com · 5h

“Voters are mad as hell about energy prices increasing." How the issue of data centers could play a big role in the Virginia election:

Energy-guzzling data hubs contribute to rising utility bills. How that's impacting races in NJ, Va.

Leaders in both parties are trying to walk a fine line between addressing voter concerns about price hikes and not scaring away tech investment.

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NBC4 Washington @nbcwashington.com · 8h

The Israeli military said one of the bodies handed over by Hamas as part of the ceasefire deal is not that of one of the hostages who was held in Gaza, adding to tensions over a fragile ceasefire in the two-year war.

Israeli military says one of the bodies handed over by Hamas is not that of a hostage

The Israeli military said Wednesday that one of the bodies handed over by Hamas is not that of one of the hostages who was held in Gaza.

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NBC4 Washington @nbcwashington.com · 8h

The National Zoo called off its Halloween event, Boo at the Zoo, because of the government shutdown.

National Zoo cancels Boo at the Zoo due to government shutdown

The National Zoo called off its annual Halloween kids’ event, a disappointment for many D.C.-area families as the government shutdown hit two weeks with no clear signs of a resolution. Boo at the Zoo,...

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NBC4 Washington @nbcwashington.com · 16h

Members of the Fairfax County Special Education PTA gathered to address cuts that could affect not only children with disabilities, but all children.

Fairfax County special ed leaders address Department of Education cuts

Members of the Fairfax County Special Education PTA gathered to address cuts that could affect not only children with disabilities, but all children. Parents of children with disabilities expressed al...

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NBC4 Washington @nbcwashington.com · 16h

BWI, DCA and Dulles say they won't show a video of the Homeland Security Sec. Kristi Noem blaming Democrats for the government shutdown at TSA checkpoints.

DC-area commercial airports won't play controversial video at TSA checkpoints

BWI, DCA and Dulles Airports say they will not show a video of Homeland Security Sec. Kristi Noem blaming Democrats for the government shutdown at TSA checkpoints. News4’s Joseph Olmo reports.

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NBC4 Washington @nbcwashington.com · 16h

A former FBI agent was sentenced to 80 years in prison for raping three women at his tattoo studio in Gaithersburg, Maryland. He will serve 60 years.

Former FBI agent sentenced to 80 years for rapes at Gaithersburg tattoo studio

The same FBI agent was previously acquitted of attempted murder for a shooting on a Metro train.

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NBC4 Washington @nbcwashington.com · 18h

Maryland soybean farmers who say they sell a large portion of their crops to China tell News4 those sales have gone away this year.

‘You're killing us': MD soybean farmers lose business from China amid trade war

Maryland soybean farmers who say they sell a large portion of their crops to China tell News4 those sales have gone away this year. “Typically, we would sell some beans in the fall and the rest in the...

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NBC4 Washington @nbcwashington.com · 19h

A vote Wednesday could add new express toll lanes on the Capital Beltway in Virginia from the Springfield interchange through Alexandria and across the Wilson Bridge.

Vote could expand express toll lanes on Beltway in Virginia

A vote Wednesday could add new express toll lanes on the Capital Beltway in Virginia from the Springfield interchange through Alexandria and across the Wilson Bridge. Residents say something needs to ...

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NBC4 Washington @nbcwashington.com · 19h

Congressional Democrats from Maryland and Virginia joined together Tuesday to show support for federal workers. Also on The News4 Rundown: How tariffs are impacting local farmers’ bottom line.

Democrats rally for federal workers: The News4 Rundown

Congressional Democrats from Maryland and Virginia joined together Tuesday to show support for federal workers. Also on The News4 Rundown: How tariffs are impacting local farmers’ bottom line.

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NBC4 Washington @nbcwashington.com · 21h

D.C. is installing temporary barriers on the bridge that carries Connecticut Avenue over Rock Creek Parkway after the efforts of a woman whose fiancé died there by suicide.

DC installing barriers on Taft Bridge to prevent jumping

D.C. is installing temporary barriers on the bridge that carries Connecticut Avenue over Rock Creek Parkway after the efforts of a woman whose fiancé died there by suicide. Peter Tripp jumped off the ...

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NBC4 Washington @nbcwashington.com · 21h

The Flowers High School football coach has been suspended after an investigation found an ineligible freshman player participated in varsity games.

Ineligible freshman played in Flowers HS varsity football games, PGCPS says

Charles H. Flowers High School Coach Dameon Powell has been suspended. PGCPS says the decision comes after an investigation discovered an ineligible freshman player participated in varsity football ga...

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NBC4 Washington @nbcwashington.com · 23h

If you’ve driven or walked through Logan Circle recently, you probably noticed this giant red sculpture. Here's what the artist says it represents:

Artist tells story behind huge red sculpture in Logan Circle

Victor Ekpuk said the idea behind “The Dancer” was to capture the essence of the neighborhood. He spoke with News4’s Shawn Yancy about the project and what he hopes people will take from it.

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NBC4 Washington @nbcwashington.com · 23h

Update: Seven people are hurt and residents within a one-mile radius are advised to shelter in place after a large fire broke out at a scrap yard in Lorton.

7 hurt, shelter in place advised after fire erupts at industrial site in Lorton

A large fire at an industrial site in Fairfax County sent seven people to hospitals and sent smoke billowing over Lorton near I-95. Six workers and one firefighter were hurt after the fire broke out a...

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NBC4 Washington @nbcwashington.com · 1d

Taxpayers who requested an extension have until Wednesday, Oct. 15 to complete and submit their returns without penalties.

Is the Oct. 15 tax extension deadline impacted by the government shutdown?

If you asked the IRS for six more months to work on your 2024 tax return, you’re about to run out of time.

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NBC4 Washington @nbcwashington.com · 1d

Five major broadcast news networks announced that they will not sign the Pentagon’s new press policy before an afternoon deadline.

Five major broadcast networks say they will not sign new Pentagon press policy

The policy says reporters could have their press passes revoked if they publish information that has not been authorized for release by the Pentagon.

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