DC Overnight Crime Report – September 26, 2026
DCDNN Staff During the latest overnight reporting period in Washington, DC, there were a total of 9 violent incidents and 70 property incidents recorded across 8 wards. The most frequently reported offenses…
One Month of School, DCPS Block Party, Kids Ride Free Cards, and More
As students settle into the new school year, the Office of the Mayor of Washington, DC has announced a series of initiatives designed to support families and enhance community engagement.…
Two Men Sentenced to Prison for 2023 Armed Crime Spree
Two Washington, D.C. men, Deondre Rogers and Hanif Brown, have been sentenced to 17 years and 14 years in prison, respectively, for their involvement in a series of armed robberies…
Council Kicks off Legislative Prime Time as Year-end Deadline Looms
The Council of the District of Columbia is gearing up for a busy legislative season as the year-end deadline approaches. With the conclusion of Council Period 26 set for January…
MPD Seeking Suspect in New York Avenue Shooting
The Metropolitan Police Department is seeking assistance from the community in identifying a suspect involved in a shooting incident in Northeast. The event occurred on Thursday, September 24, 2026, around…
Northeast D.C. Man Sentenced for Distribution of Child Pornography and Sexual Abuse a Child
A 29-year-old man has been sentenced to 18 years in prison for distributing child pornography and sexually abusing a 15-year-old girl, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District…
Long-Term Lane Closures in 9th Street Tunnel Begin September 28
The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) has announced that long-term lane closures will begin in the southbound 9th Street Tunnel starting September 28, 2026. This closure is part of necessary…
MPD Makes Arrest in 21st Street Carjacking
The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) has announced an arrest in connection with an unarmed carjacking that took place in Northeast Washington, D.C. The incident occurred on September 10, 2026, at…
District Man Sentenced for Illegal Possession of Firearm and Ammunition Following Stolen Car Crash and Foot Pursuit
Kamar Clayton, a 23-year-old resident of Washington, D.C., was sentenced to 24 months in prison for illegally possessing a firearm and ammunition following a series of events including a stolen…
TRAFFIC ADVISORY: 2026 Fiesta DC Day Parade
On Sunday, September 27, 2026, the 2026 Fiesta DC Day Parade will bring a festive atmosphere to the streets of the District. In light of this event, the DC Metropolitan…