Search

Big Woodbridge shopping center has a new owner, may get even bigger 08/28/2023 10:33am • Stonebridge at Potomac Town Center includes Wegmans and two dozen other stores. (Courtesy Google Street View) New York-based Kimco Realty has acquired Stonebridge at Potomac Town Center in Woodbridge, Virginia, from JBG Smith for $172.5 million, with plans to expand what is already one of the la Car Review: Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid S is the latest small crossover that's easy on gas 08/28/2023 04:39am • The Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid S is a small crossover with the Corolla name and it delivers big MPG for a price under $30,000. (WTOP / Mike Parris) We all know about the popular Toyota Corolla compact sedan. Now you can get a small crossover version called the Corolla Cross Hybrid that is easy on g Presto's Pick: Navy and Notre Dame kick off the year 08/26/2023 10:50am • The D.C. area pools may still be open, but my calendar officially turns a page this weekend. I like to say that college football offers the best regular season in sports but the branding of "Week Zero" keeps it from being perfect. I don't mind the soft start to the season but "Week Zero" makes on Thousands expected Saturday for 60th anniversary of the March on Washington 08/25/2023 10:39am • The March on Washington will return to D.C. this weekend, honoring the 60th anniversary of the civil rights demonstration as it aims to continue the movement's decades of work. Organizers expect tens of thousands of visitors to take part in this year's march, happening Saturday, Aug. 26, at the L Traffic closures in DC for 60th anniversary of March on Washington 08/25/2023 05:35am • The 60th anniversary celebration of the March on Washington is happening Saturday on the National Mall. Organizers expect tens of thousands of visitors to take part in this year���s march, which starts at the Lincoln Memorial. Participants plan to gather at the memorial at 7 a.m. and the progr There���s not much fresh produce in DC's Ward 8. This nonprofit is growing the supply 08/25/2023 04:29am • D.C. might have lots of grocery stores, but almost all of them are west of the Anacostia River. And with the few options east of the river already in danger of dwindling, a small nonprofit is doing what it can to grow the options available to residents. The Well at Oxon Run is a one-acre plot Packing a school lunch for a picky eater is tough. Here are some tips 08/22/2023 02:58pm • Kids are heading back to school and if you have a picky eater in your house, packing up a nutritious lunch can be hard. Here are some tips from a pediatrician and mother of a picky child. "School lunches should not be where we're kind of reaching for the stars to introduce a lot of new foods," sa Young, wild and 3: Youngest panda celebrates last birthday at National Zoo 08/21/2023 03:05pm • This is a big year for the pandas at the National Zoo. For the youngest, Xiao Qi Ji, Monday was his third birthday. He was greeted by lots of media, a crowd of visitors singing ���Happy Birthday,��� some presents and a large ���fruitsicle��� cake, a confection made up of diluted apple and pine iPhone 15 could have faster charging 08/20/2023 09:33am • Apple���s fall product launch next month is all but certain to include a new iPhone, and rumors say it could include faster charging. According to 9to5Mac, a tech blog with a solid track record on Apple rumors, the next iPhone will switch from Apple���s Lightning charging port to the more widespr Data Doctors: Why your smartphone seems to lose juice so quickly 08/18/2023 08:38pm • Q: Why do I have occasional days where my iPhone battery is suddenly low on power by midday when I���m not doing anything unusual? A: The single biggest issue for every smartphone user is battery life, and no matter what type of device you have, it���s going to diminish over time. How Old Is It? Fairfax Co. sees more spotted lanternflies ��� and they're getting ready to lay eggs 08/12/2023 03:52pm • This Associated Press photo from 2019 shows a spotted lanternfly at a vineyard in Kutztown, Pa. (Courtesy AP Photo/Matt Rourke) Across Fairfax County, more spotted lanternflies are being, well, spotted. County officials are now asking for the public's help in curbing the invasive species. Acc Review: 'The Beanie Bubble' shows the rise and fall of Ty's Beanie Babies empire 08/11/2023 01:28pm • We've all seen the little, red, heart-shaped tags that read "Ty" attached to those cute-as-hell Beanie Babies. Little did we know they sported the name of a manipulative, egotistical billionaire who stole countless ideas from the women in his life ��� and their creative children ��� on his wa Data Doctors: How to schedule text messages 08/03/2023 08:23pm • Q: Is there an easy way to schedule text messages on my smartphone? A: Text messaging has become one of the most efficient communication tools, and sending them at the most opportune time can dramatically improve their effectiveness, especially if you���re in different time zones. Beyond the p Fairfax Co. tries to tackle a rise in car thefts 08/02/2023 09:02am • With carjackings and car-related thefts on the rise throughout the D.C. region, the Fairfax County Police Department is hoping to crack down with a countywide enforcement and education initiative this month. The Summer Crime Prevention team will step up patrols in areas that have historically bee MGM National Harbor welcomes Donny Osmond, who shares MJ advice, takes credit for 'Star Wars' 07/31/2023 02:52pm • Hear our full chat on my podcast ���Beyond the Fame with Jason Fraley.��� He was a child singer turned teen idol whose musical family rivaled The Jackson 5, but did you know that he also deserves credit for launching the phenomenons of "Star Wars," Britney Spears, Beyonce and "The Masked Sing