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Everything you need to know about George HW Bush funeral and Capitol viewing 12/05/2018 05:23am • WASHINGTON — Solemn ceremonies to honor the life of former President George H.W. Bush are being held throughout D.C. this week — the first time in more than a decade the capital city has hosted a state funeral for a former president. The former president's body lies in state at the U.S. Capit Today in history: Dec. 4 12/04/2018 12:10am • Today is Tuesday, Dec. 4, the 338th day of 2018. Today's Highlights in History: On Dec. 4, 1783, Gen. George Washington bade farewell to his Continental Army officers at Fraunces Tavern in New York. On this date: In 1619, a group of settlers from Bristol, England, arrived at Berkeley Hun How to Estimate Utility Costs 12/03/2018 07:00pm • An important but often-overlooked factor to consider -- whether you're planning to buy a house or rent an apartment -- is how much money you're going to spend each month on utilities. From a budgeting standpoint, neglecting to factor in your average utility bill into your monthly spending can be an How to Choose the Best Tax Software for You This Year 12/03/2018 07:00pm • Opting to file your taxes online involves tough decision-making. Which tax software or online program should you use? Should you buy the "deluxe" package? Or stick with the free version? Should you download your tax software or complete it online? And what about your state return? Do you file throug From federal pay to mail delivery: What you need to know about George HW Bush national day of mourning 12/03/2018 04:00pm • WASHINGTON — The national day of mourning for former President George H.W. Bush will act as an impromptu federal holiday, meaning many federal employees will have the day off and those who are required to report to work will earn premium pay, federal officials announced Monday. In addition, the U. Honoring George HW Bush at the Capitol: What you need to know 12/03/2018 03:09pm • WASHINGTON — Thousands of people are expected to pay their respects to the late President George H.W. Bush as he lies in state in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda, which opens to the public on Monday at 7:30 p.m. Here’s what you need to know if you are planning to visit the U.S. Capitol: The publi How to Avoid Shipping Charges This Holiday Season 12/02/2018 07:00pm • If you're doing most of your holiday shopping online, shipping costs can stretch your budget. With shipping fees for regular-sized packages generally ranging between $5 and more than $10 per order (depending on the merchant and shipping time you choose), the costs of ordering multiple gifts for the Prince George’s Co. school board chair Eubanks resigns 11/29/2018 07:44pm • WASHINGTON — Prince George’s County School Board Chairman Segun Eubanks, who had been accused in July of assaulting a panel member, resigned Thursday. Eubanks' resignation is something of a formality, as key personnel under outgoing executive Rushern Baker step aside for a new administration How Do Airline Miles Work? A Getting Started Guide 11/29/2018 07:00pm • If you know someone who scored a free flight to Hawaii or some other far-off dream destination, chances are, he or she used airline miles to buy the ticket. Airline miles can seem mysterious and possibly too good to be true, but they are a legitimate way to get free or discounted flights. "It's kin Headlights on most base-model 2018 vehicles get dim ratings in safety study 11/29/2018 10:03am • WASHINGTON — When you hit the road at night — eyes open for bad drivers who might cut you off or deer that seem hellbent on wrecking your vehicle — do you want "good" headlights or ones that are just … "acceptable"? Unless you pony up more money, a new Insurance Institute for Highway Safe 17 family ski vacations to take this winter 11/29/2018 06:00am • Expect quality snow, expert instruction and more at these top family ski destinations. The National Ski Areas Association recognizes 472 ski areas across 37 American states, but families who value snow quality and scenery can also find top-notch -- and often surprisingly affordable -- mountain re How to Watch Holiday Movies Without Cable 11/28/2018 07:00pm • It's that time of year again: Warm-weather adventures have shifted to cozy winter evenings at home with a warm blanket and your favorite movie. Colder nights also mean the holidays are here, and for many, that requires a tighter budget as they buy gifts and travel to visit family. If you're conside 9 Holiday Shopping Scams to Watch Out for This Season 11/28/2018 07:00pm • We're in the thick of the holiday shopping season, but it isn't only retailers who want your money. Scammers and hackers are looking for ways to crack into your accounts and make off with your cash or your identity. The good news for consumers: Holiday shopping scams often follow a predictable scri Gov. Northam 'open-minded' to gambling expansion in Va., proposes commission 11/28/2018 01:06pm • WASHINGTON — A number of proposals on the table in Virginia would expand gambling to include casinos and sports betting, and Gov. Ralph Northam pronounced himself “open-minded” on the subject, proposing a commission to examine the impact. Speaking Wednesday with WTOP on his monthly “A Jeremiah Richardson steers Bell to title to earn Player of the Week 11/28/2018 01:01am • (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=9be9c680-c459-4acb-af21-654a2ccca384';cnx.cmd.push(function() {cnx({playerId: "9be9c680-c459-4acb-af21-654a2ccca384",mediaId: 'fecb8b9c-46de-48e5-943c-39bdde1dba1e' }).render("3861536ce0d5151");}); The DC Touchdown Club and WTOP are par