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DC could soon have digital driver's licenses 12/02/2021 12:56pm • When a bartender asks for your driver's license in the future, you may be able to show your smartphone if you live in D.C. A new bill could be passed by the D.C. Council later this month that would give residents the opportunity to get a digital driver's license or identification card. The bill, i The best meal kit delivery service for every budget 11/28/2021 07:00pm • What to cook for dinner? For people who are busy, culinary-challenged or looking for a simple solution -- or just a break from shopping -- meal kit delivery services aim to solve that problem. There are many options available, from organic meal kits to those aimed at weight loss at a variety of p Woman dies after crashing car into tree in Prince George's Co. 11/27/2021 07:42am • A woman died after crashing her car into a tree in Forestville, Maryland, on Thursday, Prince George's County police said. Lakina Jackson, 32, of District Heights was driving southbound on Pennsylvania Avenue near Forestville Road when she crashed, according to police. More Maryland Ne Avoid the holiday headaches while searching for the best deals 11/23/2021 11:55am • Make that list and check it twice, Black Friday is days away. And this year, many folks are ready to get out and spend, a trend that doesn���t quite line up with a slower supply chain due to the pandemic. More Consumer News More Holiday News Chris Byrnes -- a consultant als Cooking the best Thanksgiving turkey means starting before Thanksgiving 11/22/2021 11:54am • A great slice of turkey is delicious. It's juicy; it's filled with flavor, and it needs no gravy or anything of the sort. Yet lots of people will be eating dry turkey this Thanksgiving, and it doesn't have to be that way. "Everyone hates a dry Thanksgiving turkey," said Drew Darneille, who owns S 20 cheap Christmas gifts for 2021 11/22/2021 10:00am • Budget-conscious gifting Even though product prices are rising due to inflation, consumer spending remains strong. In October, retail sales grew 1.7% from the previous month and 16.3% from the previous year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. "This year, we're facing some unusual headwinds when Full Beaver Moon on Thursday ��� when to watch the longest partial lunar eclipse in 500 years 11/18/2021 02:05pm • On Thursday night, a lot of humans across the planet will get to experience the longest partial lunar eclipse to occur since Feb. 18, 1440. The Full Beaver Moon will be in the Earth���s shadow for a total of 21,693 seconds (about six hours and two minutes). Humans will have to wait until Feb. 8, No turkey? No problem! Try a plant-based Thanksgiving menu this year 11/14/2021 07:07am • Thinking about ditching the turkey this Thanksgiving? You're not the only one. Whether you're hosting a smaller group, concerned about the rising cost of groceries, or just looking for an excuse not to roast a bird this year, there are a number or reasons to skip putting a big turkey on the table. Best kitchen tools for healthy eating 11/12/2021 10:30am • Meal prep tools to help you cook and eat better If you find that you're spending more time in the kitchen attempting to create meals and snacks that are healthier for you than years past, you're among friends. According to the Food Industry Association, consumer health and well-being rose to the Freezing Thanksgiving pies and boiling beans: How Americans are coping with rising prices 11/11/2021 06:00am • Though Thanksgiving is still two weeks away, Travis Moffatt and his fianc��e, Britnie Walston, have already purchased three apple pies for their family dinner and socked them away in the freezer. The Baltimore couple wanted to make sure they could secure the dessert before grocery prices rise any Review: 'Finch' stars Tom Hanks, a robot and a dog ��� what more could you want? 11/04/2021 10:59am • If you still need a sign of where the film industry is headed, note that arguably its biggest star, Tom Hanks, has just made back to back movies for the streaming service Apple TV+. Last year, he starred in the underrated submarine flick "Greyhound," which is well worth watching if you missed Alexandria 911 system to provide location, health conditions for mobile users 11/02/2021 10:47am • The City of Alexandria, Virginia, is set to flip the switch on 911 technology that aims to help pinpoint the location of cellphone users, and quickly provide health information to assist first responders before they arrive on an emergency scene. On Wednesday, the Alexandria Emergency Communicatio November entertainment guide 2021 11/01/2021 05:38am • Halloween is over and the march to Thanksgiving has begun. There are also plenty of fun events around town this month. Here's your "top of the month"��entertainment guide for November: November Entertainment Guide Nov. 1-14: "A Chorus Within Her" at Theater Alliance Nov. 1-21: "Bi This will be an incredibly expensive Christmas ��� but shoppers aren't holding back 10/31/2021 11:07am • You've probably noticed that prices have gone up on groceries, essentials, home appliances, fast food and all sorts of consumer goods. Inflation is at more than a decade-long high. That means 2021 will be among the most expensive holiday shopping seasons ever. But shoppers aren't holding back jus Data Doctors: Are extended warranties on computers worth it? 10/29/2021 05:40pm • Q: Are computer extended warranties worth buying? A: No matter what tech device you buy, practically any retailer will likely try to get you to pay a little extra for a ���protection plan��� that goes above and beyond the standard factory warranty. In some cases, it seems like such a small amo