Washington, D.C.'s tourism bureau relaunched its "DC is Open" campaign during the federal government shutdown, reminding visitors that city attractions and hotels remain open.

The government shutdown didn’t deter 26-year-old Nudrat Mahajabin from visiting Grand Canyon National Park earlier this month, even though the signs were clear: No entrance fees would be collected, the visitors’ center was closed and no park rangers were nearby.

An elderly woman just scored a landmark court win against her neighbor that forces him to stop smoking weed in his own home. Josefa Ippolito–Shepherd, 76, of Washington, DC, said the “feces” or “skunk” smell emanating from 73-year-old next-door resident Thomas Cackett’s doorway made her dread coming home.

National Guard members intervened in a chaotic street fight near Nationals Park Wednesday that ended with one man being stabbed with a large kitchen knife.

Khalid Pitts, co-owner of Washington, D.C.-based Cork Wine Bar discussed the hardships his business is feeling due to the effects of the ongoing government shutdown.

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Youngsters from Independence Middle School have had an unforgettable time exploring the nation’s capital city.

WASHINGTON — The Metropolitan Police Department announced the arrest of four suspects who assaulted staff members on the 500 block of 8th Street in Southeast D.C. on Oct. 15. That is 'near as you are. DC.,' a bar and cafe.