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Manassas council approves real estate tax hike
The Manassas City Council has approved a $328 million budget that will lead to a 7 percent hike in the average residential tax bill -- the steepest increase since 2006.
Nude Virginia couple arrested in South Carolina
Police: Nude Virginia couple arrested on South Carolina beach
After 17 years, area sisters reunited at track meet (Video)
Two sisters from D.C. who were separated shortly after birth have been reunited -- through a track meet.
Vigil honors officers killed in the line of duty (Video)
Thousands of people converged on Judiciary Square Monday night to honor fallen heroes at the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial.
Md. pitches tighter rules for indoor tanning for minors
Md. proposes 6-month expiration of parental consent for minor indoor tanning
West Nile virus: Protect yourself from this mosquito-transmitted illness
Last year turned out to be the worst year in more than a decade for West Nile virus, and as the summer approaches people are being warned to protect themselves.
NRC to discuss 2012 review of Va. N-power plant
NRC schedules May 21 meeting to discuss 2012 operation of North Anna nuclear power plant
Tommy Wells will launch D.C. mayoral run this weekend
D.C. Councilmember Tommy Wells, D-Ward 6, will formally launch his mayoral campaign on Saturday with a rally in Northeast.
Rangers beat Caps 5-0 in Game 7 to reach 2nd round
Lundqvist's 2nd consecutive shutout helps Rangers beat Capitals 5-0 in Game 7 of 1st round
Philly abortion doctor guilty in 3 babies' deaths
Philadelphia abortion doctor guilty of murder in deaths of 3 babies, could face execution
2 hurt when scooter hits police car in Ocean City
2 hurt when motor scooter rear-ends police vehicle in Ocean City
Md. man pleads guilty to stabbing teen
Md. man pleads guilty to stabbing teen; also admits to sexually abusing the girl
Amtrak unveils locomotives to replace aging fleet
Amtrak unveils new locomotives that will replace aging fleet on busy Northeast Corridor
Fauquier carjacking suspect apprehended
Police have filed carjacking charges against a man who stole a Honda CR in northern Fauquier County Monday.
Va. transportation bill gets ceremonial signing
In ceremonial signing, McDonnell adds signature to Va. transportation funding overhaul
Police identify woman in officer-involved shooting
Baltimore County police have identified a woman who was shot by an officer while carrying a metallic replica of a large-caliber handgun.
Museum of the Confederacy opening Gettysburg show
Flags are the centerpiece of "Gettysburg: They walked through blood," which just opened and runs through September.
Virginia softball coach resigns after 6 years
Virginia athletic director Craig Littlepage says softball coach Eileen Schmidt has resigned saying her alma mater deserves new leadership and energy to take the next steps toward steady success.
'Other Desert Cities' brings delightful drama, dysfunction to Arena Stage
Washington loves nothing more than a story involving politicians and a carefully-guarded secret. Throw in some unresolved family conflict and Reaganite references, and voila -- a true D.C. classic.
National Cathedral gets $100K grant for repairs
Washington National Cathedral was the big winner of a three-week online contest to distribute grants for historic preservation.




