The Local Sunset
On airWashington Dc · Monday, October 5, 2026 · 6:00 PM local · 22 min
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- ASupreme Court hears arguments on local climate lawsuits against oil and gas firmsWTOP
- AMetro proposes 11% fare hike citing inflationNBC4 Washington
- AOne critically injured in Laurel shootingWUSA9
- AOne killed after Subaru crashes on Beltway outer loop in Prince George's CountyWUSA9
- AMassive fire razes Laytonsville barn, no injuriesWUSA9
- BHay Barn Fire Ravages Gaithersburg Structure, Firefighters Bring WaterFOX5 DC
- BVirginia regulators permit NextEra merger documents on failed Jacksonville dealWTOP
- BCounty Council Approves Next Step for Sphere VenueWUSA9
- BProtesters Rally to Oppose Golf Course Plan for East Potomac ParkNBC4 Washington
- B13-Year-Old Charged After Fairfax County CrashNBC4 Washington
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Supreme Court Hears Arguments on Local Climate Lawsuits
The Supreme Court considered whether local governments can sue oil and gas firms for climate‑related costs, a case involving potentially billions of dollars…
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Hay Barn Fire Destroys Structure in Gaithersburg, Firefighters Supply Water
A hay barn in Gaithersburg burned down on Monday, collapsing part of the structure, and firefighters had to transport water to fight the fire.
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Sunshine Returns to Washington as Fall Weather Improves
A forecast predicts clearer, cooler, less humid weather for Washington, D.C. starting October 5 as a strong high‑pressure system moves in, ending a damp…
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Metro proposes 11% fare hike amid rising costs
Metro officials propose an 11% fare increase and related pricing changes, citing inflation-driven cost pressures on the system.
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Virginia Commission Allows Jacksonville Probe Docs for NextEra-Dominion Review
The Virginia commission will allow internal probe documents from NextEra’s failed Jacksonville utility deal to be considered in its review of the planned…
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Two Children Injured in Hyattsville Dog Attack
A dog attacked two children in a Hyattsville courtyard on October 4, causing bites and scratches, prompting a police response and investigation.
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One critically injured in Laurel shooting
A shooting in Laurel, Maryland on October 4 left one person critically injured, and police have not announced any arrests while the investigation proceeds.
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County Council Approves Financing Plan for Sphere Venue
Prince George's County Council unanimously approved a financing plan for the planned Sphere entertainment venue, moving the project forward.
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Fatal Crash on Beltway Outer Loop Claims One Life
A Subaru Crosstrek veered off the Beltway outer loop in Prince George's County and struck a jersey wall, resulting in one death, with Maryland State Police…
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Protesters Rally Against Golf Course Plan for East Potomac Park
More than 100 trees were cut at East Potomac Park, leading protesters, including Elizabeth Kiker, to rally on October 4 against President Trump's plan to turn…
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Massive fire razes Laytonsville barn, no injuries
Dozens of firefighters fought a large fire that destroyed a Laytonsville barn early Monday, with no injuries reported.
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13-Year-Old Charged After Fairfax County Parkway Crash
A 13-year-old was charged after a crash on a Fairfax County Parkway ramp that sent the car into a power pole and onto a railing. Police highlighted that state…
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