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NFL commissioner writes Congress over Redskins name

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell is defending the Redskins name to a bipartisan group of representatives who want it to be changed.

Wednesday - 06/12/2013, 12:42pm EDT

Pancreatic cancer research 5k to shut D.C. streets

Police in Washington say drivers should expect street closures this weekend because of a walk to benefit pancreatic cancer research.

Wednesday - 06/12/2013, 08:14am EDT

Man charged in Jeep crash near White House

Ohio man charged with crashing unoccupied Jeep near White House Secret Service guard booth

Wednesday - 06/12/2013, 04:51am EDT

Walking cuts risk of Type 2 diabetes in seniors

Researchers at the George Washington University School of Public Health and Health Services say a 15-minute walk, three times a day after meals, helps seniors keep their blood sugar levels in-check and cuts their risk for developing Type 2 diabetes.

Wednesday - 06/12/2013, 04:31am EDT

Beatles take up residence at Madame Tussauds

It's been slightly more than 50 years since the release of the Beatles first album "Please Please Me," and now the Fab Four will take up residence in the nation's capital.

Wednesday - 06/12/2013, 04:17am EDT

Utilities prep for next round of storms

With severe storms threatening to roll into the area Wednesday, weather forecasters are playing key roles at area utility companies.

Wednesday - 06/12/2013, 04:08am EDT

Winfrey giving $12M to new African-American museum

Oprah Winfrey giving $12M to new Washington museum that will document African-American life

Tuesday - 06/11/2013, 09:30pm EDT

MedStar deftly uses regulatory process to block competitors

MedStar Health has shored up its position as the District's market-leading health provider, beating back competitors with a lot of help from the D.C. government.

Tuesday - 06/11/2013, 09:10pm EDT

Veterans struggle to land civilian jobs

Military veterans have skills that can be difficult to translate into the civilian workforce and thousands of veterans coming back from Iraq or Afghanistan are navigating a tough road to a new job.

Tuesday - 06/11/2013, 04:18pm EDT

Shuttered monument to be illuminated

Aug. 23 will mark two years since the 5.8-magnitude earthquake that shook the Washington area and shut down the iconic Washington Monument.

Tuesday - 06/11/2013, 03:37pm EDT

D.C. taxis struggle with passenger, driver safety

Getting around D.C. late at night can prove tiresome for some residents. Metro closes before the bars and private car services like Uber can be pricey.

Tuesday - 06/11/2013, 03:10pm EDT

Councilmember concerned about available ambulances in D.C.

The District of Columbia. Population: 630,000. Available ambulances: three.

Tuesday - 06/11/2013, 07:48am EDT

Ex-D.C. councilman pleads guilty to bribery charge

Ex-DC Councilmember Michael Brown pleads guilty in federal court to bribery

Tuesday - 06/11/2013, 05:48am EDT

Capital Bikeshare becoming an economic development tool

Capital Bikeshare is doing more than moving people around on bikes: It's becoming an economic development tool.

Tuesday - 06/11/2013, 05:08am EDT

Flooding leads to several D.C. water rescues

Extreme weather in the area had D.C. firefighters very busy Monday night.

Monday - 06/10/2013, 10:27pm EDT

Iconic photos recall first days of D.C. punk scene

The images were gripping more than 30 years ago. Viewed now, they serve as a history lesson for some and a vivid flashback for those who remember the early days of Washington, D,C.'s hardcore punk scene.

Monday - 06/10/2013, 01:12pm EDT

Comcast adds 3,800 Wi-Fi hot spots in Washington region

Non-Comcast customers can use the hot spots for free until July 4.

Monday - 06/10/2013, 12:42pm EDT

Pet of the Week: Felix

Although Plott hounds are the state dog of North Carolina, this big boy hails from a bit closer -- Montgomery County, Md.

Monday - 06/10/2013, 09:21am EDT

Chevy Chase's royal rockers band together for charity

It's late Thursday night in Chevy Chase, D.C. Families are quietly going about their business, putting their kids to sleep and getting ready for the next day. But in a garage on the eastern side of the neighborhood, four men are very seriously studying the chord progression of a Top 40 pop hit.

Monday - 06/10/2013, 08:07am EDT

Nationals recall Marrero, will send down Moore

Nationals recall 1B-OF Chris Marrero from Triple-A, will send down struggling OF Tyler Moore

Monday - 06/10/2013, 12:29am EDT
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