26 stories · Today in Washington D.C.

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The Needle loses a point today.

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D.C. Attorney General Brian Schwalb says JBG Smith and Mid-America Apartments have agreed to a settlement in the lawsuit alleging companies conspired to keep rents artificially high.

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The Needle gains two points today.

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Artemis II commander and Maryland native Reid Wiseman has returned to the Baltimore area. He is currently spending time in his home community.

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Michigan’s school-age vaccination rates have reached a 10-year low as the state’s immunization waiver rate climbed to 7.1% last year. This increase marks the fifth consecutive year of rising exemptions, prompting renewed debate over state regulations regarding vaccine waivers in the post-pandemic era.

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White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles announced Wednesday that she is cancer-free following months of treatment for early-stage breast cancer. Wiles, a senior advisor to President Donald Trump, confirmed that her latest pathology results showed no remaining evidence of the disease.

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The Kennedy Center in Washington is closing most of its complex for repairs, with fencing installed around the main building. The move follows a judge’s order blocking the restoration of former President Donald Trump’s name to the site. A Trump-aligned board is overseeing the restoration process.

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Korea Electric Power Corp. (KEP) reported a second-quarter net income of $178 million, representing earnings of 14 cents per share. The South Korean electric utility generated total revenue of $14.6 billion during the period.

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The 51st Toronto International Film Festival is occurring amid trade tensions between the United States and Canada. While the geopolitical climate is strained, the festival atmosphere remains convivial. TIFF is the largest film festival in North America and continues to host international cinema.

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Authorities in Loudoun County, Virginia, discovered a body believed to be a missing 81-year-old woman. The individual was found last week according to the sheriff's office.

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A new report indicates food insecurity in the D.C. region has reached a five-year high. Current levels are approaching those recorded during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic. Many households across the area are currently struggling to afford enough food.

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Saudi Arabia has requested air-defense assistance from regional and Western allies as its stockpile of missile interceptors dwindles during the ongoing conflict with Houthi rebels. Officials state that the kingdom has reached out to countries including France, Britain, Pakistan, and Egypt to bolster its defenses against frequent missile and drone attacks. The move underscores the increasing strain on Saudi military resources as the standoff in Yemen continues.

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Amazon is increasing the starting hourly wage for its U.S. full-time operations employees by $1, bringing the base pay to $20 per hour. This adjustment raises the average hourly wage to nearly $24, with total compensation including benefits estimated at more than $32 an hour.

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Los Angeles authorities have arrested an SUV driver on suspicion of murder following a bus collision in the city. The incident occurred while a news helicopter, which subsequently crashed, was providing aerial coverage of the initial scene.

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Annie Dillard, the Pulitzer Prize-winning author acclaimed for her poetic observations on nature and spirituality, died Tuesday of natural causes at age 81. She was most widely recognized for her 1974 masterpiece "Pilgrim at Tinker Creek" and other celebrated works including "The Maytrees." Her death was confirmed by her literary agent, Rob McQuilkin.

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THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — An EU-backed court convicts former Kosovo President Hashim Thaci of war crimes and sentences him to 25 years in prison.

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New York Fashion Week designers reimagined spring styles by moving away from traditional florals and pastels. Modern and irreverent trends were featured by brands including Tory Burch, Ralph Lauren, and Eckhaus Latta. The collections focused on a joyful approach to seasonal dressing.

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Federal authorities charged three individuals in Los Angeles for allegedly stealing $12 million in homelessness aid. The funds were reportedly used for real estate, luxury travel, and vintage vehicles. This marks the second federal fraud case related to local aid in Southern California this week.

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Fairfax County police arrested a former healthcare executive for unlawfully filming multiple victims. The incidents occurred in the Tysons area and involved several individuals, including a juvenile.

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A new poll shows Republicans and Democrats share unified views on certain issues ahead of the midterm elections. In northern Virginia, residents have noted a surge in data center construction. Arlington voter Eriech Tapia observed numerous industrial buildings being developed along busy roads in the region.