Washington's NFL Team Unveils New Name As Commanders
Washington's NFL team is now known as the Commanders.
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Washington's NFL team is now known as the Commanders.
The passenger — Olivia S. Peters, 29, of Las Vegas — died at a hospital after Thursday night's crash along a road near Aldie, Virginia, according to the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office.
Washington Football President Jason Wright said Thursday the organization has significantly trimmed the list of potential team names, with the unveiling expected before the 2022 NFL draft.
The NFL has fined the Washington Football Team $10 million and owner Dan Snyder is stepping away from day-to-day operations for several months after an independent investigation found the organization's workplace "highly unprofessional," especially for women.
Washington dipped into the free-agent pool and spent significant money to fill a void at cornerback.
Washington is the next stop on the FitzMagic tour.
Washington released AP Comeback Player of the Year Alex Smith on Friday, a move that was expected but still provides a cold ending to the veteran quarterback's storybook tenure with the organization.
Washington will not have cheerleaders for the first time since the NFL's longest-running cheerleading team was founded in 1962, with a coed dance team taking its place.
Taylor Heinicke hoped an impressive performance in his playoff debut would keep him in the NFL. It did more than that.
Dwayne Haskins will attempt to kick-start his career with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
New team, same swashbuckling playoff success for Tom Brady. Brady threw for 381 yards and two touchdowns to lead the Tampa Bay Buccaneers past Washington 31-23 in their NFC wild-card game Saturday night for their first playoff victory since 2002.
Ron Rivera loves a good catchphrase and is fond of using visual presentations to convey messages to his players.
Running off the field after Washington clinched a spot in the playoffs, Chase Young couldn't contain his excitement about who's up next.
Just call the Washington Football Team division champs.
The last time Washington faced Philadelphia, the quarterbacks were Dwayne Haskins and Carson Wentz, and the Eagles were the team with playoff expectations.
Taylor Heinicke had math, not football, on his mind this fall.
Ron Rivera wants his players to focus on "what's important, not what's interesting" with Washington facing another win-and-get-in game in the regular-season finale.
Washington released 2019 first-round pick Dwayne Haskins on Monday, less than 24 hours after he committed three turnovers in a loss to Carolina and in the aftermath of another violation of pandemic protocols.
Ron Rivera thought his first game with Washington would be against the Carolina Panthers he coached the previous nine seasons — a fitting season opener with a juicy storyline.
Dwayne Haskins was handed a hefty fine Wednesday for partying with several people not wearing a mask but will start at quarterback for Washington on Sunday against Carolina if Alex Smith isn't healthy enough to go.
Washington quarterback Dwayne Haskins publicly apologized Tuesday after photo evidence came to light of him partying with several people unmasked after playing Sunday.
Russell Wilson asked Carlos Dunlap to make a play to get the Seattle Seahawks into the playoffs, and the veteran defensive end was all too eager to deliver.
Dwayne Haskins is set to start at quarterback for Washington on Sunday against Seattle because starter Alex Smith is out with a right calf injury.
Quarterback Russell Wilson and linebacker Bobby Wagner already are assured of a ninth consecutive winning season — every year they've been in the NFL with the Seahawks.
Rookies Chase Young and Kamren Curl scored defensive touchdowns and Washington grabbed sole possession of first place in the NFC East after a gritty 23-15 win over the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday.
Baltimore Orioles star Gunnar Henderson hit a clutch home run in Team USA's 2-1 win over the Dominican Republican in the semifinals of the World Baseball Classic on Sunday.
Gas prices continued to rise across the country this weekend, up on average 0.77 cents per gallon from last month, according to AAA.
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott is urging residents to be prepared for severe weather that could bring tornado threats through Maryland on Monday.
Trey Hendrickson had a close-up view of the Ravens for several seasons while playing for the Cincinnati Bengals — and even if he hadn't been in the same division, he'd have been well aware of the talent Baltimore possessed.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore declared a State of Preparedness ahead of possible severe storms on Monday, March 16, that could bring damaging wind gusts, heavy rain, and possible tornadoes.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore declared a State of Preparedness ahead of possible severe storms on Monday, March 16, that could bring damaging wind gusts, heavy rain, and possible tornadoes.
Storms could produce damaging winds, hail, and a few tornadoes
Some Maryland schools will dismiss early on Monday, March 16, due to the potential for severe storms, which could bring a threat for tornadoes.
Many counties across Maryland and Baltimore City offer free notification systems that send warnings directly to your phone, email, or text message during dangerous weather and other emergencies.
Gas prices continued to rise across the country this weekend, up on average 0.77 cents per gallon from last month, according to AAA.
Marylanders are reacting to the United States and Israel's military strike on Iran.
The Ravens said they "clearly made an error" and won't appeal the ruling.
A Howard County Police officer responded to a call last weekend that really got his goat.
Chilly night ahead with some frost possible west of I-95. Warmer weather returns this weekend.
Storm threat continues Thursday with high heat added to the mix too during the afternoon.
The Turnover Shop in Maryland shares how to give new life to old items.
Rye Street Tavern in Baltimore is getting ready to celebrate St. Patrick's Day.
University of Maryland College Park Head Coach Brenda Frese talks current season, playing in the Allstate Big Ten Tournament, and hopes going into March Madness.
A new Titanic Immersive Voyage exhibit is open at Power Plant Live! in Baltimore.
Baltimore’s Ivy Hotel highlights the Bridgerton Experience.
Baltimore Orioles star Gunnar Henderson hit a clutch home run in Team USA's 2-1 win over the Dominican Republican in the semifinals of the World Baseball Classic on Sunday.
Trey Hendrickson had a close-up view of the Ravens for several seasons while playing for the Cincinnati Bengals — and even if he hadn't been in the same division, he'd have been well aware of the talent Baltimore possessed.
The University of Maryland, Baltimore County will play Howard in the First Four play-in game of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament, with the winner taking on No. 1 seed Michigan on Thursday in Buffalo, New York.
DJ Armstrong buried seven 3-pointers and scored a career-high 33 points, leading top-seeded UMBC to a 74-59 victory over No. 2-seed Vermont in the championship game of the America East Playoffs.
The Baltimore Ravens officially announced the signing of star edge rusher Trey Hendrickson on Thursday after he passed his physical.
With oil markets paralyzed by the U.S.-Iran war, the Trump administration says it could escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz — a massive undertaking that experts say could already be in the preparatory stages.
The war, which shows no signs of ending soon, has disrupted oil exports from the region, driven fuel prices higher worldwide and upended global air travel.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, considered a 2028 presidential contender, is planning a series of commencement addresses in May as he broadens his national profile.
Wait times to get through security hit two hours in New Orleans and over three hours in Houston as TSA staffing took a hit amid the partial government shutdown.
National Transportation Safety Board member Todd Inman called the allegations against him false and a "political hit job."
Nearly 200 families were expected to shop at the 10th annual Christmas Store, hosted by the University of Maryland, Baltimore, and The Foundry Church on Friday.
After a loved one became a victim of sexual assault, a Maryland family is on a mission to prevent it among teens.
Over 400 future star chefs took over Baltimore on Saturday for a National Culinary Cook-off.
Chopped Broadway Bodega & Deli is making its mark as the first Black- and women-owned bodega in Fells Point, bringing the unmistakable flavors of a classic New York bodega to Baltimore.
'I Believe in Me Girls' held its fifth annual workshop on Saturday to empower young women while introducing them to a variety of career opportunities in the creative industry.
Senator Kagan said this bill will limit what she calls "bait and switch" and price gouging.
The Maryland Department of Emergency Management increased the State Activation Level from Normal to Partial on Friday morning in response to a Microsoft outage that has paralyzed systems worldwide.
Neighbors in one west Baltimore neighborhood are figuring out what to do for groceries, due to the Giant Food location in Edmondson Village closing next month.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is asking to move marijuana to Schedule III, alongside ketamine and some anabolic steroids
New flights to both U.S. and Caribbean destinations are coming to BWI in 2026.
After three decades of serving customers on the Baltimore waterfront, The Cheesecake Factory is closing its Inner Harbor location.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
The Baltimore Tech Hub, one of 31 federal "Tech Hubs" designated last year, was skipped for a cut of $504 million in the first round of funding for the program.
Primanti Bros. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring.
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
With open enrollment starting soon, employees could get sticker shock, with their costs expected to rise 6% to 7% for 2026, a new study says.
After WJZ shed light on a rat infestation plaguing one Towson community, Baltimore County officials say they are now taking action.
Recalled supplemental shakes were distributed to hospitals and long-term care facilities nationwide, federal officials say.
Bobby J. Brown's breakout role was as a police officer on HBO's "The Wire." He appeared in 12 episodes across four seasons.
Bad Bunny took the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else performed at Super Bowl 60.
Music's biggest night returned Sunday with the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Here is how to watch and stream and what to know.
James Ransone, the actor who played Ziggy Sobotka in the HBO series "The Wire" and appeared in many other TV shows and movies, has died.
Director Rob Reiner and wife, Michele, were found dead in their Los Angeles home, sources told CBS News, in what police called an apparent homicide.
Damaging winds, heavy rain, tornado risk in Maryland on Monday
Severe storms, possible tornadoes on Monday in Maryland
Many counties across Maryland and Baltimore City offer free notification systems that send warnings directly to your phone, email, or text message during dangerous weather and other emergencies.
Showers are expected in Maryland on Sunday ahead of severe storms on Monday.
Sunday starts out quietly in Maryland before a few showers start during the afternoon. Severe weather is expected on Monday.
Damaging winds, heavy rain, tornado risk in Maryland on Monday
UMBC finds out its NCAA Tournament opponent
Maryland drivers frustrated by skyrocketing gas prices
Marylanders prepare for potential severe storm
Severe storms, possible tornadoes on Monday in Maryland