New York state Democrats proposed a bill in January that would require all students over the age of eight to learn about the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot. Introduced by Assembly Members Charles Lavine, ...

George Washington was uneasy about the idea of commemorating his life. He was the first leader of a new republic, not a king.

Israel on Wednesday threatened to launch a new war on Hamas that would lead to the implementation of US President Donald Trump's plan to displace all Palestinians from the territory if the militants ...

Mediators Qatar and Egypt were pushing to salvage the Gaza ceasefire Wednesday, a Palestinian source told AFP, after Israel and the United States told Hamas to release hostages this weekend or face a ...

He also received the Best Lighting Design (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812, as well as Outstanding Lighting Design for a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Natasha ...

In today’s episode of “Matt About Town,” WTOP’s Matt Kaufax tracks down the hidden features around the Lincoln Memorial.

February is Black History Month, and 7News is speaking to experts about some noteworthy and historic African Americans figures that impacted the D.C.-area.Mary ...

"Morgiane" is believed to be the oldest existing opera written by a Black American, but it wasn't seen by audiences until 2025.

The 18th-century painting by Charles Willson Peale had previously been the subject of mismanaged restoration attempts. Now, experts in Versailles are bringing it back in line with the artist's origina ...

President Donald Trump is expected to issue an executive order that would seek to ratchet up penalties and enforcement of violent and petty crimes, clear homeless camps, and clean graffiti in the ...

The NHL has reached a break in their schedule for the 4 Nations Face-Off and the Washington Capitals have been one of the most surprising stories to follow this season. Of course, all eyes were ...

The second significant snowstorm of the season is poised to strike the D.C. area Tuesday into Wednesday. The Capital Weather Gang continues to predict 3 to 6 inches, although amounts could be a ...