The Local Sunset
Washington Dc · Thursday, October 22, 2026 · 6:00 PM local · 22 min
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Every item in this broadcast, in order.
- AKey Dates and Registration Info for Washington D.C.'s 2026 Midterm ElectionFOX5 DC
- AFive DC Special Police Officers Arrested in Gun Trafficking BustWUSA9
- ADC Lawyers Launch 5K Walk to Fund Free Legal AidWUSA9
- ATherme Wellness Resort Proposal Fuels Debate in D.C.'s Ward 8WUSA9
- AFairfax County Police End 22‑Hour Barricade Standoff Without InjuriesWUSA9
- BSinkhole Forces Road Closure Near Benjamin Banneker Middle SchoolWUSA9
- BVirginia Senator Louise Lucas Charged with Racketeering and Cannabis Money LaunderingNBC4 Washington
- BCounty Attorney Subpoenas Documents Linked to Council ChairWTOP
- BMontgomery County pushes new sidewalk bill to boost pedestrian safetyFOX5 DC
- BArlington County Files Lawsuit to Bar Armed Federal Agents from Polling SitesWUSA9
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Washington D.C. Voter Deadlines and Major Races for 2026 Midterms
Washington, D.C. voters must meet registration and early‑voting deadlines to participate in the 2026 midterm election, which includes several key races.
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Sinkhole Closes Road Near Benjamin Banneker Middle School
A sinkhole that opened on a road outside Benjamin Banneker Middle School led Montgomery County Police to close the street, with the shutdown expected to be…
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Maryland Releases Guide for 2026 General Election Ballot
A guide outlining all statewide, federal, local races and ballot measures for Maryland's November 3, 2026 general election has been released for voters.
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Five D.C. Special Police Officers Arrested in Gun Trafficking Bust
Five special police officers in D.C. were arrested on Oct. 22, 2026 in a gun‑trafficking bust; one had a public‑school contract in 2024.
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Virginia Senator Louise Lucas Charged in Cannabis Money‑Laundering Case
Virginia Senator Louise Lucas and six co‑defendants were charged with racketeering and money‑laundering linked to a cannabis business, with Lucas surrendering…
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DC Lawyers Host Third Annual 5K Walk for Justice
Washington, D.C. lawyers held the third annual DC Walk for Justice 5K at Nationals Park on Oct. 22, 2026, seeking $500,000 to fund free civil legal services.…
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County Attorney Subpoenas Records Tied to Council Chair
County Attorney Brian E. Braveboy subpoenaed documents about an organization tied to Council Chair Krystal Oriadha as part of a county investigation.
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Therme Wellness Resort Proposal Sparks Debate in Ward 8
Therme's plan for a 15‑acre wellness resort on the Anacostia River has prompted Ward 8 residents to debate its benefits versus potential costs and neighborhood…
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County Council proposes bill to speed sidewalk approvals
Council members introduced a bill to streamline sidewalk approvals in residential areas to enhance pedestrian safety.
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Fairfax Police End 22‑Hour Standoff Without Injuries
Fairfax County Police concluded a 22‑hour barricade standoff on Oct. 22, 2026, with no injuries reported.
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Arlington County Sues to Bar Armed Federal Agents from Polls
Arlington County sued on Oct. 22, 2026, seeking a court order to stop armed federal agents from being placed at polling sites. The county says it wants to keep…
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