SCROLL NEWS / DISCOVERY
Search headlines
Find the stories shaping the conversation.
Results for " Washington D.C " 30 found 🔀 AI-powered Shuffle
Sign in to save shuffle history.
bet365 Launches in Washington D.C., Partners With Wizards, Capitals, Mystics
bet365 will receive advertising inside Capital One Arena and on team and network broadcasts.
INDYCAR Freedom 250 Course Unveiled: Seven Turns, View of Capitol
INDYCAR is heading to Washington D.C. for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix. Here are the details for the unique street course.
Reps. Mejia, Cleaver Demand Trump Administration Automatically Refund Illegal Tariffs Collected from U.S. Small Businesses and Provide Refunds to American Consumers
Reps. Mejia, Cleaver Demand Trump Administration Automatically Refund Illegal Tariffs Collected from U.S. Small Businesses and Provide Refunds to American Consumers Washington D.C. – Today, U.S. Representatives Analilia Mejia (D-NJ) and Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO) led dozens of lawmakers in demanding the Trump administration make consumers eligible for tariff refunds and implement an automatic refund[...]
Epstein Files Release, Health Care Subsidies, Surviving The Holiday Season : Up First from NPR
The Justice Department releases a vast trove of documents relating to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Also, Congress left Washington D.C. for its holiday break without reaching a deal on health care. Millions of Americans will face price hikes on their insurance premiums. And surviving the holiday season, we’ll have tips on what can be a stressful time of the year.
What's the 411?
We remember multimedia personality Angela Stibling. She worked for WHUR Radio in Washington D.C., and was a personality on BET. Her velvet voice and warm presence made her standout in
IndyCar prez: Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington D.C. likely to be a one-off
President Trump’s administration and D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser are interested in turning the Freedom 250 Grand Prix into an annual event, but it’s currently shaping up to be a one-and-done, according to IndyCar President Doug Boles.
The politics of public health from Obamacare to COVID
The last three presidents — Barack Obama, Joe Biden and Donald Trump — have all had to deal with health care in America. And along the way, they've clashed with how politics works in Washington D.C. This created today’s environment where the understanding of science is scorned, medical disinformation thrives and creating a nation unprepared for the next health crisis.
Opinion | Everything is political, even if you aren’t
It is easy to feel disconnected from politics. Most of us will never set foot behind the closed doors in Washington D.C., so from a distance, politics seems like something irrelevant to ordinary citizens. That distance can make disengagement seem appealing. With another candidate, election, or bill constantly dominating the news, taking an apolitical stance...
White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting: Minnesota leaders condemn political violence
Shots were fired outside the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington D.C. Saturday. Minnesota elected officials on both sides of the aisle condemning acts of political violence and thanking law enforcement.
California leaders split over war in Iran
California lawmakers and leaders are divided over the war in Iran, now in its fifth month, as debates over funding and presidential authority continue in Washington D.C.
Predicting spring bloom is an art
Do you ever wish you could predict the future? The National Park Service in Washington D.C. does it every year when they forecast when the Capitol’s cherry blossoms will reach peak bloom. People travel from all over the world to enjoy the annual National Cherry Blossom Festival and to glimpse these fragile flowers before they are gone. On this month’s Nature Quest, we learn the ins and outs of cherry tree blossoms, how scientists make that big prediction every year — and why all this focus on blooms can help scientists better understand climate change. This episode is part of Nature Quest, our monthly segment from listeners noticing a change in the world around them. To participate, send a voice memo to shortwave@npr.org with your name, location and your question about a change you're seeing in nature!Want to learn more about nature’s calendar? Check out our first Nature Quest episode on whether flowers are blooming early.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.
Concentra Expands Occupational Health Access in Greater Washington D.C. Metro with New Arlington Medical Center
Concentra®, the nation’s largest provider of occupational health services, is expanding its Washington, D.C.-area network with a new medical center in Arling...
'Disrupting Politics' details Green Bay native's experiences in D.C. tech with eye on AI
(WLUK) -- For the last 23 years, a Green Bay native has had a front row seat in Washington D.C. at the intersection of technology and politics.Katie Harbath has
Charles, Pingree advance to Maine’s fall governor’s race
Charles, an attorney and president of a Washington D.C.-based lobbying firm, said he believes Maine is “ready for change.”
Washington D.C. sports community shows support in wake of dismantled Washington Post sports section
The Washington Commanders left three seats open at Tuesday’s press conference as a way to pay homage to the Washington Post’s sports department, which was recently shut down.
2026 Tax Treaty Survey Highlights U.S. Business Priorities - National Foreign Trade Council
Washington D.C. – The National Foreign Trade Council (NFTC) today released results from its annual Tax Treaty Survey. The survey, which was answered by tax professionals from NFTC member companies, asked businesses to rate their tax treaty priorities around the world. “Tax treaties are essential for U.S. businesses, and we are thankful that Treasury is […]
Can the Outdoors Solve a $5 Trillion Healthcare Problem? This New Alliance Says Yes.
The Outdoor Recreation Roundtable will host the National Executive Forum on Health and Outdoor Recreation May 6-7 in Washington D.C.
Trump Is Building Monuments to Himself in D.C. While Ruining Democracy
President Trump's efforts to build monuments to himself in Washington D.C. can't hide the destruction he's doing to the democracy around the world.
‘Disrupting Politics’ details Green Bay native’s experiences in D.C. tech with eye on AI
(WTAQ-WLUK) -- For the last 23 years, a Green Bay native has had a front row seat in Washington D.C. at the in...
IndyCar tabs Monumental Sports & Entertainment as marketing, hospitality agency for Freedom 250 GP
Monumental Sports & Entertainment has been signed to “serve as the official marketing, sponsorships and corporate hospitality sales agency” for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington D.C., according to the IndyCar Series. MSE owns the Washington Wizards NBA team, the Washington Mystics WNBA team, the Washington Capitals NHL team,...
Jericho High contestant says everyone's a winner at Regeneron science finals
Jericho High School senior Ashka Shah was among the finalists at the Regeneron Science Talent Search in Washington D.C.
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins announced the new food pyramid
Brian Christine, Assistant Secretary for Health and Head of the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps, delivers some remarks during the celebration of the unveiling of the new food pyramid at the HHS Headquarters, Washington D.C, Jan. 8, 2026. (USDA photo by Christophe Paul)
Ira Glass on his D.C. radio roots and This American Life's approach to politics
Ira Glass, creator and host of This American Life, got his start right here in Washington D.C., where he began his radio career as an NPR intern. In 1995
Trump awards science, technology medals
Speak at the New Golden Age Summit at the Institute of Peace in Washington D.C., President Trump awarded Elon Musk, NVIDIA president and CEO Jensen Huang, CEO of Dell Technologies Michael Dell and more with the National Medal of Science and the National Medal of Technology and Innovation.
Duke Knocks Off Top-Ranked Michigan In Neutral-Site Showdown
Duke handed No. 1 Michigan its second loss of the season in Washington D.C. on Saturday.
NASCAR, New CEO Travel To Washington D.C. To Promote League
NASCAR and its new CEO Steve O’Donnell made a pit stop in Washington D.C. to amplify the impact of motorsports.
Deacon Sports Xtra: Demon Deacons Gain Meaningful Experience at 2026 ACC Unity Tou
A group of five partook in the conference's annual event, held in Washington D.C. this summer.
The Next Sphere Is Coming To Washington D.C.
Sphere Entertainment says it plans to build its first smaller-scale version of the Sphere at National Harbor in Maryland.
Dodgers on Deck: Friday, July 17 at Yankees
After the All-Star break, the Dodgers embark on a three-city, nine-game, 11-day road trip that will take them to New York, Philadelphia, then back to New York with a little stop in Washington D.C. in between. First up is The Bronx for a three-game series against the Yankees beginning Friday night at Yankee Stadium. The […]
TROY SBDC to present its model "Start Your Business" program at national conference in Washington, D.C. in April
The Small Business Development Center at Troy University has been invited to present its Start Your Business program at the National Community Reinvestment Coalition’s Just Economy Conference, held in Washington D.C. April 13-16.