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Getting Chris Brown to DC trial cost more than $4K 06/24/2014 06:40pm • JESSICA GRESKO Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) -- He didn't fly first class and his hotels weren't five-star. Still, when singer Chris Brown was moved from a Los Angeles jail to Washington for what was to have been the start of his trial on an assault charge, the cost to taxpayers was more than $4, Lawsuit seeks protection for Kirtland's snake 06/19/2014 04:40pm • JOHN FLESHER AP Environmental Writer TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. (AP) -- An environmental group that works to expand the federal government's lineup of protected plants and animals filed a lawsuit Tuesday on behalf of a Midwestern wetland snake.The Center for Biological Diversity wants the U.S. Fish and Wi Make a health to-do list before traveling 06/15/2014 08:41pm • WASHINGTON -- Washington is a city of travelers. Many of us are always going somewhere, and that only seems to intensify during summer vacation season. But anyone who hits the road, whether to a national park or an exotic locale, should make a health checklist before leaving home. Start with all How to talk to your kids about video games 06/10/2014 04:27pm • WASHINGTON -- As video game makers unveil new and improved titles at the Electronic Entertainment Expo in Los Angeles, some parents might wonder how to navigate the increasingly complicated playing field. Upcoming games such as "Battlefield Hardline" from Electronic Arts trade war-torn locales Australian PM says tour will boost security 06/03/2014 09:30pm • CANBERRA, Australia (AP) -- Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott said on Wednesday his 12-day, four-nation tour will bolster his country's economic and national security.Abbott left Australia on Wednesday for Indonesia, France, Canada and the United States.He will attempt to improve bilateral relat The best ways to save money while traveling 05/28/2014 11:40am • WASHINGTON -- Forget flying, bus transportation may be the best way to travel. As airline fares continue to increase, many travelers are left to find less expensive airports to fly in and out of or alternate means of transportation, says CBS News Travel Editor Peter Greenberg. "The fastest growi VA scandal marks 27th Rolling Thunder event 05/23/2014 10:41pm • WASHINGTON -- Amid a scandal in which a number of Veterans Affairs (VA) health care facilities across the country are accused of covering up long appointment times while sick veterans wait for care, the annual Rolling Thunder motorcycle ride and rally is coming to town. This is the ride's 27th y Cueto finally stumbles; Reds fall 9-4 to Nationals 05/20/2014 11:49pm • JOSEPH WHITE AP Sports Writer WASHINGTON (AP) -- Johnny Cueto was having a season of such historic proportions that it was totally unrealistic to expect him to keep up the pace.Still, it was jarring to see him pestered by a disruptive leadoff hitter, to see him plunk two batters in the same inning, Span, Nationals batter Reds' Cueto in 9-4 win 05/20/2014 11:23pm • JOSEPH WHITE AP Sports Writer WASHINGTON (AP) -- Denard Span will take the five hits, of course, especially with three of them coming off Johnny Cueto.He'll take greater satisfaction in the way he was able to create havoc the way a leadoff hitter should, using his speed to get the Cincinnati Reds to D.C. area should prepare for Memorial Day travel gridlock 05/19/2014 06:57am • JOSEPH PISANI AP Business Writer WASHINGTON -- A strong case of cabin fever and a little more money to spend should inspire a greater number of Americans to hit the road this Memorial Day weekend -- and D.C. area residents are no exception. That's the forecast from auto club AAA, which on Friday Nigeria leader nixes visit where girls kidnapped 05/17/2014 12:18am • HARUNA UMAR Associated Press MAIDUGURI, Nigeria (AP) -- Amid apparent security concerns, Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan cancelled a trip Friday to the traumatized town where Islamic extremists abducted more than 300 schoolgirls a month ago. Angry parents said he showed no respect for their emo Montgomery County Fire Department Puts Drone-Like Devices Into Service 05/06/2014 12:15pm • The Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service will soon use three drone-like flying devices to help commanders see collapsing walls, changing water currents and other above-ground visuals to keep firefighters safe. The use of the three unmanned aircraft systems, first reported by radio station W D.C. yoga instructor builds strength, community in Haiti 05/05/2014 04:10pm • WASHINGTON -- Practicing yoga can improve one's physical state and mental well-being, but can it ignite change within a community? D.C.-based yoga instructor Faith Hunter says the confidence and self-esteem one gains from yoga helps build a sense of leadership and service -- especially in devel WWBG: Crafts Of Baltimore 05/02/2014 11:50am • Editor’s Note: This weekly column is sponsored by Georgetown Square Wine and Beer (10400 Old Georgetown Road). I have to be honest. Before I did research for this blog post, I had no idea how deep of a history Baltimore has when it comes to beer. Other than the Heurich Brewery, whic Sports gear stores cash in on Wizards' success 04/29/2014 02:29am • BETHESDA, Md. -- As diehard Washington Wizards supporters are joined by fair- weather fans, team gear is flying off the shelves of D.C.-area sporting goods stores. "A couple of home games really sparked a lot of excitement from our customers," says Chad Thompson, general manager of the Modell's S