Pope Francis wows thousands who trekked to Washington for a glimpse

Following a meeting with President Barack Obama, Pope Francis traveled in a Jeep Wrangler popemobile between the Ellipse and along a portion of the National Mall in a papal parade, in front of thousands of attendees who waited for hours ahead of the event.

One Group Fights for Rights at Pope’s Parade

“100 Women, 100 Miles” fights for immigration reform during the Pope’s parade on the National Mall in Washington.

UMD Students Heat Up the Mall

University of Maryland students competed in the first Wood Stove Decathlon held on the National Mall

Maryland Schools Scramble to Save Field Trips After Government Shutdown

Maryland schools scrambled to reschedule field trips this week after the government shutdown closed the Smithsonian, the National Zoo and other popular federal attractions.

What Does a Government Shutdown Look Like?

Washington in photographs on the second day of the government shutdown.

Hundreds Pledge to Volunteer at National Day of Service

Visitors to the National Mall on Saturday sat down to make cards for hospitalized children and write valentines to veterans.