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Snowstorm's aftermath: Power outages throughout Virginia 02/21/2019 11:27am • WASHINGTON — A day after the D.C. area was blanketed in snow and then had a wintry mix fall upon it, some parts of the region are experiencing power outages in the storm's aftermath. The power has been knocked out Thursday morning for hundreds in Northern Virginia. Crews say it's due to downed 6 small business tax deductions 02/19/2019 09:35am • Small business owners looking to reduce their tax burden can take advantage of several money-saving deductions. These include existing deductions, such as those for vehicle expenses and home offices, as well as a brand new qualified business income deduction that will allow some small business owner DC firm says we like Alexa. But we're not pushing her 02/18/2019 07:55am • WASHINGTON — Artificial intelligence-powered virtual assistants like Amazon's Alexa and Google Home are growing in popularity, now owned by 27 percent of U.S. consumers, but people embracing the technology are using it for mundane tasks. D.C.-based business-to-business research firm Clutch says Montgomery Co. middle school student attacked in boys' locker room 02/17/2019 05:48pm • WASHINGTON — A middle school student was attacked in a boys' locker room by four other students last week, according to a letter to parents from the school's principal. Ridgeview Middle School principal Daniel E. Garcia said the attack happened at the beginning of seventh period on Wednesday, F Lowest and highest average car insurance premiums in the region 02/16/2019 07:27am • WASHINGTON — It’s not just the cost of new and used cars that keeps going up: area car insurance rates have also continued to climb. A new study shows rates have jumped about 3.5 percent since last year, and over 10 percent since 2011. And while that’s a lot, it’s still about half as high 'Cookie Locator' app will tell you where Girl Scouts are selling 02/14/2019 12:01pm • WASHINGTON — Got a sweet-tooth craving that only a Thin Mint or a Savannah Smile can alleviate? Good news — Girl Scout troops across the D.C. area will start selling their signature sweet treats at grocery stores and other businesses around the region starting Feb. 15. And a smartphone app wi How to Measure the Square Footage of Your House 02/12/2019 07:00pm • When you're simply going through your normal day-to-day activities, the exact size of your home may not seem so important. But when it comes time to sell your home, make a renovation or even buy a new piece of furniture, knowing the precise square footage is a key step in the process. Your first imp Parents react to 'N-word passes' distributed by Md. high school students 02/12/2019 05:08pm • WASHINGTON — A prominent public high school in Montgomery County, Maryland, is investigating after a small group of students were apparently passing out "racist, hateful" materials, according to the school's principal. On Feb. 8, three students at Winston Churchill High School in Potomac, Maryl Best Presidents Day sales to shop in 2019 02/11/2019 07:00pm • If you have a big-ticket item on your shopping list, this year's crop of Presidents Day sales is worth checking out. There are plenty of deals this year on mattresses, tech, furniture and more pricey items. Plus, you'll find discounts on clothing and other smaller buys as well. Presidents Day fal National Pizza Day freebies and deals 02/09/2019 04:46am • WASHINGTON — It's not a holiday, but it should be: Saturday, Feb. 9 is National Pizza Day, and local and national chains are offering specials for the big day. Here are some you can really sink your teeth into. Cicis Three medium one-topping pizzas to go for $12 Domino's Large carryout Picking Valentine's Day flowers? Consider tulips over roses 02/08/2019 05:25am • Meet Mike later this month Mike will appear on Saturday, Feb. 23 and Sunday, Feb. 24 at the Capital Home & Remodel Show at the Dulles Expo Canter in Chantilly, Virginia. Hope to see you there! Valentine's Day is coming. Consider a gift of the future. Valentine’s Day is this coming Thursday Data Doctors: Do card skimmer detection apps work? 02/08/2019 12:18am • Q: Do apps that scan for card skimmers at gas stations work? A: Credit card skimmers are a growing problem, especially at gas stations because gas pumps still aren’t setup to read chipped cards. In the past, thieves would have to sneak the skimmers on to the gas pumps and then come back later 14 best Valentine's Day sales and deals for 2019 02/07/2019 09:00am • Whether you're shopping to spoil those you love or want to splurge on yourself, the lead-up to Valentine's Day is rife with sales and specials. You'll find everything from free desserts to discounts on gift baskets and deals on beauty, fashion, home goods, tech and more. If you're looking for a g Summer camp 101: Tips, resources, costs and questions 02/07/2019 01:22am • WASHINGTON — Summer is still months away, but when it comes to camp, the time is now. Registration for most camps in the D.C. area is open, and in some cases, even closed for programs that are already full. If you’re interested in exposing your child to the summer camp experience, or are c Which Credit Cards Offer a Free Hotel Stay Every Year? 02/05/2019 07:00pm • Hotel credit cards offer valuable perks for travelers who are loyal to one hotel brand. One of the most valuable benefits available on some hotel credit cards is a free night's stay after your cardholder anniversary. Most hotel credit cards charge an annual fee, but if your renewal also comes with a