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Arlington’s car decal requirement set to end next year 09/26/2018 02:45pm • Starting next year, Arlington drivers won’t need to display a car decal on their vehicles for the first time in decades. The County Board voted unanimously Tuesday to end the requirement that owners of vehicles parked in Arlington use a sticker to prove they’ve paid personal property taxes. When Is a Cash-Out Refinance Loan a Good Idea? 09/25/2018 08:00pm • In a cash-out refinance mortgage, you take a loan against your home in excess of what you owe, leaving you with cash available to spend. Adding to the debt against your home could be a smart move if the cash is used for the right purpose. Using it for the wrong purpose, however, could lead to finan Don't Run Out of Money in Retirement 09/25/2018 08:00pm • Running out of money is one of the biggest fears people have after they retire. But there are lots of ways to prevent outliving your savings and put your mind at ease in the process. Here are seven suggestions to help you finance the rest of your life. Withdraw a modest amount from savings each yea 10 Ways to Support Self-Sufficiency for People With Disabilities 09/25/2018 08:00pm • Enabling successLandmark policies like the Americans with Disabilities Act and cutting-edge technologies allow people with disabilities to reach their fullest potential. Good community planning, lower-tech devices and common-sense adaptations provide practical methods to help people go about their l Illinois College Road Trip: University of Illinois--Urbana-Champaign 09/25/2018 08:00pm • Since its founding as Illinois Industrial University in 1867, the University of Illinois--Urbana-Champaign has encouraged innovation. The first shared computer-based education system and the foundation for the medical MRI are among the technologies developed at the state's flagship university, which After killings in Savopoulos mansion, traffic cameras tracked family's stolen Porsche through DC 09/25/2018 05:24pm • WASHINGTON — After three members of a D.C. family and their housekeeper were killed and the family's mansion set on fire in May 2015, traffic cameras tracked the family's stolen blue Porsche through D.C. and into Maryland, where it was later found on fire. The traffic camera footage was played How many people are going out of their way to avoid DC area's tolls? 09/25/2018 04:10pm • WASHINGTON — With more telework, more construction and more people seeking alternatives, the number of drivers using some toll roads in the D.C. area is leveling off or declining. On the Dulles Greenway, the number of average workday trips dropped about 6 percent in the first half of this year, Sinkhole threatens to consume cars in Southeast DC 09/25/2018 03:37pm • WASHINGTON — A water main break in the 3500 block of 6th Street in Southeast D.C. created a major sinkhole Tuesday morning — one that caused vehicles to teeter on the edge of the crater. At about 3:30 p.m., DC Water said that repairs to the eight-inch main were almost done, but the road would Robbery suspect found after interstate 'miscommunication' led to his release in Md. 09/25/2018 11:53am • OGLETOWN, Del. (AP) — The Delaware man who was released in Maryland courtesy a "miscommunication" has been found back in his home state. The News Journal of Wilmington reports that 42-year-old Timothy J. Brewer was found at a Delaware home Monday, capping a 10-day saga that began with the armed How to Foster Healthy Habits in Kids -- While Promoting Body Positivity 09/24/2018 08:00pm • It's no secret: The U.S. is in the grip of a childhood obesity epidemic. While some reports have suggested that rates have stabilized, a February 2018 study in Pediatrics found no such plateau. In fact, the data for kids ages 2 to 19 from 1999 to 2016 revealed increases in obesity at all ages and a How to Plan an Amazing Honeymoon That Won't Break the Bank 09/24/2018 08:00pm • Americans spend an average of $4,000 on their honeymoons, according to WeddingWire's 2018 Newlywed Report. That often follows an engagement ring purchase, ceremony and reception that cost $32,000, on average, according to the report. Starting off your married life with a $36,000 expense is going to The best cars for drivers, as ranked by Motor Trend (Photos) 09/24/2018 11:19am • WASHINGTON — The cost might keep you from actually getting behind the wheel, but boy the 2018 Motor Trend Best Driver’s Car sounds like a lot of fun. The Lamborghini Huracan Performante took top honors. Motor Trend wrote that its 5.2-liter V10 takes it from 0 to 60 in 2.6 seconds — not too 2 tractor-trailers jackknife in Md. causing morning mayhem 09/24/2018 08:30am • WASHINGTON — Maryland dealt with two separate major crashes on Monday morning involving tractor-trailers, likely causing headaches for anybody hoping to get to work on time. All lanes were blocked in the northbound direction of I-95 past I-895/Harbor Tunnel Thruway after an accident involving n Car Review: Prius c versus Prius Three 09/23/2018 11:43pm • WASHINGTON — The Toyota Prius c is a small hybrid on a budget while the Prius Three offers more space and fuel efficiency. Prius is pretty much a sub-brand of Toyota with a loyal following of drivers who don’t want to spend much time filling up at the gas pump. These hybrid five-door hatchbac 12 of the Best Educator Discounts for Teachers 09/23/2018 08:00pm • World Teachers' Day is Oct. 5. In honor of educators (who have all earned a little extra appreciation), here's a list of businesses that offer teacher specials, from lower prices on books and supplies for the classroom to travel discounts for that well-deserved vacation. Adobe. A monthly subscri