Search Tags:  michelle basch

Cook from scratch without the shopping

Those who love to cook from scratch at home but don't have time to shop for fresh ingredients may want to check out a new kind of food delivery service.

Tags: cooking

2

Fighting local crime is in your hands, literally

Those too busy to talk with neighbors or attend community meetings with local police officers can still team up to fight crime where they live.

Tags: crime, nixle, next door, apps

6

Predictions for 2013: From legalized marijuana to natural gas cars

In 2013, marijuana will be legal across the United States - if futurist Thomas Frey's prediction is true.

Tags: 2013, the futurist, thomas frey

7

Cut the cable: Use alternatives to watch TV

Those tired of paying a big cable or satellite TV bill are starting to consider cutting the cord or ditching the dish for over-the-air and Internet TV instead.

Tags: cable, hulu, tv, wtop saves you money

13

Great gift ideas to promote good health

Looking for last-minute gifts? Here are some suggestions that promote a healthier lifestyle.

Tags: gifts, christmas, health

Comment

Great deals can still be found for Christmas gifts

Christmas Day is one week away, but don't worry if you're not done shopping for gifts.

Tags: christmas, wtop saves you money, shopping, retail

1

Redskins prep for possible wild card game

Redskins fans are hoping for a happy new year in the playoffs, and possibly the Superbowl.

Tags: Redskins, playoffs

Comment

RGIII's sprain a different story for average person

Fans are still waiting to find out if Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III will play against the Browns in Cleveland Sunday, one week after suffering a mild knee sprain.

Tags: RGIII, sprain, sports injury, Washington Redskins

3

Drivers unimpressed by D.C.'s public transportation goals

D.C.'s mayor wants to see public transportation, bicycles or by walking account for 75 percent of trips taken in the city by 2032.

Tags: Mayor Vincent Gray, public transportation, parking, walkable communities

7

Celebrated jazz pianist played Georgetown last year

The manager of a local club is remembering groundbreaking jazz composer and pianist Dave Brubeck. Brubeck, who passed away today at age 91, performed at Blues Alley in Georgetown in 2010 and enjoyed it so much he returned for another concert at the intimate club in 2011.

Tags: Dave Brubeck, Blues Alley, georgetown,

4