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Claudia Sheinbaum projected to be Mexico's first woman president
Claudia Sheinbaum is projected to win Mexico's presidential election and become the first woman to lead the country's government, according to preliminary results.
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As photojournalist Giles Clarke walked through the maternity ward of a hospital in Cap-Haïtien, Haiti, he asked a doctor why it was so dark.
Leopoldo Lopez Fast Facts
Read CNN's Fast Facts about Leopoldo López, a Venezuelan opposition leader who was imprisoned on charges of inciting anti-government protests.
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Federal Initiative Expands National Renewable Energy Storage Capacity

June 6, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Federal officials this week announced a new initiative aimed at expanding renewable energy storage capacity to support the growing use of clean energy across the United States. The program will focus on developing large-scale battery storage systems, modernizing grid infrastructure, and improving energy distribution efficiency. Officials say the effort is designed to…
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DC Forecast | Another hot day Sunday
June 7, 2026
A stray storm cannot be ruled out, otherwise dry. Feeling a bit more humid.
WATCH: Strong wind at NCAA baseball tournament in West Virginia sends 5 people to the hospital
June 7, 2026
The game was in a weather delay when a strong gust of wind tore through an area occupied by fans.
Weather Impact Alert: Severe Thunderstorm Watch through 8 p.m. Saturday
June 7, 2026
Strong to severe thunderstorms could interrupt your Saturday evening plans. Here's what you should know .
DMV: under Code Orange air quality
June 5, 2026
The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments warns that Friday's Code Orange air quality may affect sensitive groups across the DMV.
Spring 2026: Weather Recap
June 2, 2026
The DMV saw a wide array of weather during the spring of 2026. Here's the overview.
Atlantic hurricane season begins: Here's how El Niño could impact 2026 storms
June 1, 2026
The Atlantic hurricane season officially begins June 1, with the climatological peak occurring around September 10.
Mystery boom that shook New England was a 3-foot meteor, expert says
May 31, 2026
NASA said the meteor fragmented around 40 miles in the sky and the energy breakup was "estimated to be equivalent to about 300 tons of TNT.
Weather Impact Alert: Wednesday evening storms & minor flood concerns
May 28, 2026
Our last round of wet weather this week will pack a bit of a punch for areas south of DC tonight. Here is what to expect.
Why won't it stop raining in DC?
May 25, 2026
We are stuck under a stable and wet weather pattern through Wednesday. Here's what's going on.
Weather Impact Alert: Rain Saturday tapers to scattered showers Sunday and Memorial Day
May 24, 2026
Grilling will be possible Sunday and Memorial Day.