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End of the road for I-66 'red X' sign
The "red x" or green arrow that can open up an extra lane to traffic on Interstate 66 will switch off for the final time Friday night between Route 123 and the Capital Beltway. The $39 million system that has helped boost speeds outside of rush hour is being turned off less than three years after it was activated to make way for major construction of HOV and toll lanes.
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Merriweather to host final Warped Tour
WTOP talks with the tour's founder. Find out why what's been a rite of passage for a generation of alternative music fans will be coming to an end.
Stressed out? Try a sound bath
A growing number of Zen-seeking locals are swapping bubbles for bowls to experience a different kind of bath. And research shows it works.
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Danica's big night, empowering moments at ESPY Awards
Racecar driver Danica Patrick became the first female host of the ESPYs Wednesday night. But that achievement wasn't the only moment that will have people talking. See photos.
