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D.C. Council sidesteps work-schedule bill
The D.C. Council has once again punted a controversial bill that would direct large retailers and restaurants in the city to give workers their schedules two weeks in advance so they can better plan for personal matters and other jobs.
Under the bill which was approved by the Council’s Business, …
Developing: U.S. Capitol on lockdown
The U.S. Capitol Building has been placed on lockdown Friday morning after the Senate seargant at arms said police activity was reported.
People are currently barred from entering the building and the visitors center. The House and Senate office building remain open.
Capitol police offer little detail other than that …
Tenley Market liquor store in Tenleytown luckiest lottery retailer in D.C. area
If luck be a lady tonight in the $540 million Mega Millions lottery, she very well could appear at the Tenley Market on Wisconsin Avenue in Northwest Washington.
Lottery officials cite the tiny liquor store in Tenleytown as the luckiest retailer in the D.C. area, with more than a dozen …
Freddie Gray case police attorneys say suspect was too dangerous to secure in seat belt
BALTIMORE | As an increasingly disgruntled crowd gathered around the police van, Freddie Gray became combative, and the top police officer at the scene thought it unsafe to crawl into the van with the prisoner to secure him with a seat belt, defense attorneys told a judge Thursday.
During a …
United Through Reading allows deployed parents to read to their children via videos
When Justice Harth was 4 years old, she got her first surprise in the mail — a copy of Dr. Seuss’ “Green Eggs and Ham.” It wasn’t until her mother had finished reading the message inside, signed “Love, Daddy,” that she realized it was a gift from her father.
Her …
Emil de Cou to conduct Indiana Jones movie concert at Wolf Trap
Growing up in Southern California, it’s only natural that Emil de Cou would gravitate toward movies. And while his career turned to music rather than the silver screen, the National Symphony Orchestra’s summer conductor found a way to marry his two passions.
Mr. de Cou in 2000 started the NSO’s …
Selection of school lunch vendor has some alarmed
Parents and some D.C. Council members chided school officials Wednesday for offering a school lunch contract to a vendor with a history of lawsuits and rotting food, only a year after having parted ways with a different food service company for the same issues.
One of those parents — Gerald …
Washington, D.C., school lunch vendor raises alarms
Parents and some D.C. Council members chided school officials Wednesday for offering a school lunch contract to a vendor with a history of lawsuits and rotting food, only a year after having parted ways with a different food service company for the same issues.
One of those parents — Gerald …
Metro’s ‘Phase Three’ proves little problem for Virginia riders
For subway commuters used to delays and long lines, Metro’s latest maintenance surge is posing only a “minor inconvenience.”
But for those traveling to and from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, the third phase of Metro’s “SafeTrack” plan could be, well, problematic. Under Phase Three, Blue and Yellow line service …
D.C. region, residents prepare for heat wave, poor air quality
D.C.-area residents should prepare for a heat wave striking the region at the end of this week, when temperatures in the upper 90s will feel a lot warmer because of relentless humidity, forecasters say.
According to Accuweather, Thursday will see a high of 93 degrees, Friday will hit 97 degrees …
Together 2016 aims to unify 1 million Christians in prayer on National Mall
Pope Francis held up a black T-shirt adorned with an American flag last week on YouTube and urged young people to journey to Washington, D.C., this month.
“Wear this T-shirt in unison, and respond to the great restlessness,” Francis said in a video announcement. “I invite you to a great …
Metro’s Deanwood station site of 3 killings this year
A Metro Transit Police officer fatally shot a man late Monday near the Deanwood station, the third killing at the subway stop in Northeast this year.
After two teenagers were slain earlier this year, Metro beefed up patrols around the station. But residents near the Deanwood stop expressed doubts about …
D.C. statehood backers find hope in Democrats’ national platform
A draft copy of the Democratic Party platform includes one line that could give national heft to the local fight for congressional voting rights and representation.
Buried in a 40-page draft of party priorities released Friday, Democratic leaders announced that they will push for D.C. statehood, following a monthslong effort …
Roscoe Brown Jr., Tuskegee Airman and educator, dies at 94
NEW YORK (AP) – Roscoe Brown Jr., who served with the all-black Tuskegee Airmen during World War II and was a longtime New York City educator, has died.
Brown died Saturday at a hospital in the Bronx after breaking his hip in a recent fall, his granddaughter, Lisa Bodine, said. …
Bike-car accidents: D.C. bill would put heavier onus on drivers
Picture this scenario: You are driving along Constitution Avenue and fail to notice a bicyclist darting into traffic from between two parked cars. The bicyclist ends up with a broken arm atop the now-dented hood of your car. Who is at fault — you or the bicyclist?
Another scenario: You …
Brian Rice trial in Freddie Gray case: With 2 acquittals and a mistrial, a 4th officer stands trial
BALTIMORE (AP) — Proceedings are scheduled to begin for the fourth Baltimore police officer slated to stand trial on charges stemming from the death of a 25-year-old prisoner whose neck was broken in the back of a police transport wagon.
Lt. Brian Rice, the highest-ranking officer charged in the death …
West Virginia’s Obamacare challenge over enforcement alterations dismissed
A federal appeals court seemed sympathetic to West Virginia’s complaints about Obamacare but tossed out the state’s challenge in a ruling Friday that leaves President Obama with a free hand to alter enforcement of the law.
The judges said West Virginia didn’t prove it was injured by Mr. Obama’s about-face, …
Half-smokes inspire wholehearted love in D.C.
It’s not just a local culinary mainstay in a transient, cosmopolitan town, not just a humble, versatile delicacy whose appeal — served plain or smothered in chili — embraces all classes, races and political persuasions, not just the undisputed signature dish of Washington, D.C.
For Bernard Demczuk, the half-smoke is …
Washington, D.C., fireworks only part of July 4 celebrations
To celebrate the Fourth of July with a bang, check out these patriotic and cultural activities in the District.
Brush up on American history at the National Archives, where the Declaration of Independence is on display. On Monday at 10 a.m., actors will do a dramatic reading of the Declaration. …
Washington, D.C., fireworks only part of July 4 celebrations
To celebrate the Fourth of July with a bang, check out these patriotic and cultural activities in the District.
Brush up on American history at the National Archives, where the Declaration of Independence is on display. On Monday at 10 a.m., actors will do a dramatic reading of the Declaration. …
Outdoor sprinkler system saves Maryland State House dome from fire
Lightning struck the Maryland State House on Friday, but an outdoor sprinkler system prevented the wooden dome from catching fire, reported the Annapolis Capital on Friday evening.
“Annapolis Fire Department Capt. R. Scott Svoboda said officials received a call of a possible fire at the State House at …
Judge forbids child golf prodigy from competing as part of parents’ custody settlement
A judge in Northern Virginia reportedly has ordered the father of a 10-year-old golf prodigy to not enroll his daughter in competitive golf for one year.
The stipulation was just one section of a order handed down by Loudoun County Circuit Court Judge Jeanette Irby in a 7-year custody battle …
More blue crabs in Chesapeake Bay this year
ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) – A report from the Chesapeake Bay Stock Assessment Committee shows the blue crab population in the Bay has grown, but still hasn’t met target levels.
Media outlets report the 2016 Bay Blue Crab Advisory Report found the overall population of blue crabs in the Bay has …
July 4 D.C. restaurants offering deals
The Fourth of July is always a time for festivities in Washington’s restaurants. Here are a few specials this year:
At Fogo de Chao (1101 Pennsylvania Ave. NW) children 12 and under dine for free Friday to Monday with purchase of an adult Churrasco lunch or dinner or an a …
Utility costs in D.C. to increase with Pepco merger
ANALYSIS/OPINION:
It’s budget recalibration time, especially if you’re a senior citizen and on a fixed income.
D.C. renters and millennials who have to pay condo fees, you should pay attention too. And if you own a business or are responsible for D.C. or federal government spending, read along.
Your water …
Pepco rate increase in D.C. requested after Exelon merger cleared
Pepco asked the District’s utilities oversight board for a 5.25 percent rate increase Thursday, just two weeks after the Public Service Commission struck down a final challenge to Pepco’s $6.8 billion merger with Chicago-based energy generator Exelon.
The rate increase will affect residences and businesses, adding about $50 a year …
Original Star Trek Enterprise returns to Smithsonian’s Air and Space Museum
Thanks to the work of Smithsonian conservators, it appears that the original Starship Enterprise from the 1960s TV series “Stark Trek” will indeed live long and prosper.
Trekkies were giddy with excitement Tuesday as the fully restored Enterprise returned to a display in the Boeing Milestones of Flight Hall of …
Kaya Henderson, D.C. public schools chancellor, stepping down in September
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser announced Wednesday that public schools Chancellor Kaya Henderson will be stepping down at the start of the next academic year.
Miss Bowser said in an open letter to D.C. residents that Ms. Henderson “will be leaving her role on September 30, 2016.
“I am incredibly grateful …
‘Ghostbusters’ Lyft promotion allows patrons to hail ECTO-1
ANALYSIS/OPINION:
“Who you gonna call?”
As if there were any doubt.
To promote the upcoming remake of “Ghostbusters,” set to hit theaters next month, Sony and Lyft are sending replicas of the iconic ECTO-1, a souped-up, ghostbustin’ Cadillac, into the streets of various cities, including here in the District.
Fans …
DeRay Mckesson takes cabinet position with Baltimore City Public Schools
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