WASHINGTON — D.C. Public Schools are putting student attendance near the top of the agenda as classrooms reopen for the 2026–27 academic year, with school leaders acknowledging that chronic absenteeism continues to present a serious challenge. Interim DCPS Chancellor Kim Jackson said the school system is continuing efforts aimed at reducing truancy and keeping students consistently engaged in the classroom as the District begins another school year. The issue extends far beyo

WASHINGTON — An armed robbery at a Northwest Washington pharmacy ended with a vehicle crash, a foot pursuit and the arrest of a 25-year-old D.C. man, according to the Metropolitan Police Department. Police said officers were called to a pharmacy in the 1700 block of 11th Street NW at approximately 6:22 p.m. Friday, August 21, following a report of an armed robbery. Investigators said a masked man entered the business and demanded prescription medications. The suspect allegedl

WASHINGTON — Virginia health officials are preparing for significant changes to Medicaid that could affect thousands of adults across the Commonwealth, including residents of Northern Virginia and the broader Washington metropolitan region. Beginning January 1, 2027, certain adults enrolled through Virginia’s Medicaid Expansion program will be required to meet new federal work and community-engagement standards to maintain eligibility. Covered individuals generally will need