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'Shot in the arm': Northern Va. lands half of Amazon's massive HQ2 deal 11/13/2018 04:51pm • WASHINGTON — It's official: Northern Virginia and New York City will both become home to Amazon's long-anticipated second headquarters, the digital giant announced Tuesday, concluding a more-than-yearlong search for its "HQ2." In the D.C. area, Amazon's multibillion-dollar plan envisions a full The 2019 Best Cruise Lines for the Money 11/12/2018 07:00pm • Your next cruise may cost less money than you think.Since a cruise is basically a package deal, with lodging, food and entertainment all included in one price, a vacation at sea is often a better value than a land-based getaway -- if you choose wisely. To help you make the most of your travel budget Elijah Cummings, likely chair of House oversight committee, gets ready for his close-up 11/08/2018 08:25am • On the day after voters handed Democrats control of the House of Representatives, President Trump said members of the opposition party can work to strike bipartisan deals on policy or they can use their newfound power to investigate him – but they can’t do both. The likely future chairman of The Hunt: Ricin attacks, what's old is new 11/07/2018 06:49pm • WASHINGTON — Recently two suspicious packages arrived at the Pentagon's mail screening facility that. After testing, it was revealed they contained a precursor for ricin, a dangerous poison. In this week's edition of "The Hunt" with WTOP National Security Correspondent J.J. Green, Robin Simcox, As Amazon rumors intensify, advocates worry Arlington won’t press for affordable housing help 11/07/2018 01:45pm • As all signs continue to suggest that Crystal City will soon become home to at least half of Amazon’s new headquarters, affordable housing advocates are increasingly concerned that Arlington won’t force the tech giant to take action to mitigate the new office’s impact on housing prices in the Report: Amazon to split HQ2 between Crystal City, Queens 11/05/2018 09:29pm • WASHINGTON — Amazon is planning to split its long-anticipated second headquarters between two locations rather than choosing one, The Wall Street Journal reported Monday evening. Following the Journal's report, The New York Times reported those two locations will be Crystal City, Virginia, and Is It Time to Start Your Job Hunt? 11/05/2018 07:00pm • These days, a "forever" job is a rare thing. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 4.2 years is the median amount of time American workers remain at the same job. Long gone are the days of joining a company after college graduation and staying with it until you retire. That raises the q How to Get the Most Value Out of Cyber Monday 11/05/2018 07:00pm • The holiday season is approaching, and for many Americans, that means planning out their holiday spending. The informal start to holiday shopping arrives just days after Halloween ends, and now is the time to start preparing to get the most value for your holiday shopping spree. Most Americans are f Car Review: Refreshed Infiniti QX80 offers standout styling in pleasant package 11/04/2018 11:10pm • WASHINGTON — Large luxury SUVs seem to be gaining popularity as buyers’ trade in pricey sedans for big SUVs. So where large SUVs might have seen sporadic updates, these rides are now seeing rapid updates to satisfy buyers moving from cars but expecting the latest tech and luxury in a much bigger Police investigate bomb threat at historic Alexandria church 11/03/2018 10:15pm • WASHINGTON — A historic Alexandria, Virginia, church had a scare Saturday after a suspicious package was called in to police. It happened at the Alfred Street Baptist Church during evening worship. Alexandria police investigated a bomb threat after a call about a suspicious package. Police w 10 Black Friday Shopping Secrets From Pros 10/31/2018 08:00pm • In a few weeks, millions of Americans will gather around their dining table to enjoy a turkey feast and get a head start on searching for holiday bargains. And though some people scoff at the idea of shopping on Thanksgiving, it's clear the annual bargain bonanza remains popular with shoppers acro Va. Gov. Northam on WTOP: Medicaid expansion, rural broadband and more 10/31/2018 01:29pm • WASHINGTON — As sign-ups begin Thursday for Virginia’s Medicaid expansion, Gov. Ralph Northam explained in the WTOP studios how residents can find out whether they’re eligible, and how to enroll. In his monthly appearance on WTOP’s Ask the Governor program, Northam pointed residents to Co Reeder, Silverman minimize mayor's role in at-large DC Council race 10/29/2018 09:38pm • WASHINGTON — Incumbent At-Large Councilmember Elissa Silverman and challenger Dionne Reeder say the battle for the seat is not about Mayor Muriel Bowser. Earlier this month, Bowser endorsed Reeder in her race against Silverman, but each candidate maintains they are competing against each other How to Review Your Medicare Plan's Prescription Coverage 10/29/2018 08:00pm • Signing up for Medicare can be a daunting task, but once you're in, your work isn't done yet. 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