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Christmas Day 2024: What's open in the DC region and where can you dine-in? 12/23/2024 05:48am • It's no secret that the holiday season can be riddled with stressors, especially when you're playing host on Christmas Day and find yourself needing to add an extra plate for a last-minute, plus-one at the dinner table. Rest assured, you won't find yourself in too rough of a spot since a good ser Car Review: Subaru gives the Forester a makeover for 2025 12/23/2024 05:12am • With the increased popularity of the compact SUV, Subaru does its best to keep the Forester updated and able to go toe-to-toe with the competition with more than just standard AWD. For 2025, the Subaru Forester looks more like an SUV and one that’s more sculpted than Forester models in the past � Arlington Co. police warn about 'brushing scams' this holiday season 12/19/2024 08:15pm • It may look like a surprise holiday gift on our porch, but law enforcement in Northern Virginia is warning it could be a scam. The "brushing scam" begins when a person receives an unexpected package in the mail disguised as a gift, said Ashley Savage, a spokesperson for the Arlington County Polic Montgomery Co. schools $3.6B budget proposal would add special education jobs, cut central office roles 12/19/2024 06:31pm • Thomas Taylor unveiled his first budget proposal as Montgomery County's superintendent Wednesday, detailing a $3.61 billion package that would add hundreds of special education jobs while cutting dozens of central office roles. The proposal calls for almost $300 million more than the Maryland sch Government funding plan collapses as Trump makes new demands days before shutdown 12/18/2024 10:57pm • WASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump abruptly rejected a bipartisan plan Wednesday to prevent a Christmastime government shutdown, instead telling House Speaker Mike Johnson and Republicans to essentially renegotiate — days before a deadline when federal funding runs out. Trump's su The secret to healthier eating starts with better choices at the grocery store 12/18/2024 04:04pm • This content was provided by Michele Arthurs, MD, a board-certified family medicine physician at Kaiser Permanente. Grocery shopping can be overwhelming. There are so many options to choose from—and it can be even harder to make healthy food choices at the grocery store when you aren’t prepar DC's economy eager for 'inauguration boost' as hotels are nearly 50% booked already 12/18/2024 05:09am • The District's economy is eager to return to traditional inauguration festivities next month, marking a dramatic shift after a subdued ceremony four years ago. President Joe Biden's inauguration in 2021 was significantly scaled back. There were strict limits on crowds and gatherings due to the CO Where to dine in or get takeout over the holidays in the DC area 12/16/2024 04:48am • The holiday season is in full swing, and D.C.-area restaurants are serving up festive specials to keep the celebrations merry and bright. From cozy winter menus and holiday-themed cocktails to lavish New Year's Eve tasting menus, the region’s dining scene offers something for everyone. Many Car Review: Nissan gives its smallest crossover a fresh look and AWD 12/16/2024 04:02am • When I drove the Nissan Kicks a while back, I really liked what Nissan did to the subcompact crossover. Admittedly, it was a head-scratcher that at that time the stylish little Ute came nicely equipped, but not with AWD. The 2025 Nissan Kicks just hit my driveway with AWD finally available. That add Tips from a DC-area delivery driver this holiday season: 'Porch lights are important' 12/15/2024 06:45pm • ‘Tis the season — for package deliveries! An estimated 2.2 billion packages will be shipped this holiday season, according to ShipMatrix Inc. But it’s not Saint Nick making the trip — the average delivery driver’s workload will double or even triple during the holiday season. As a co Edible 'buttery' croissant ornaments from Arlington Co. pastry chef 12/12/2024 01:36pm • When a piece of art is also edible, it creates a dilemma — admire it, or eat it? Barbara Whettell is a pastry chef in Arlington County, Virginia, at Surreal, which is located on Crystal Drive in National Landing. She has created completely edible hanging ornament croissants. "The fla Funding deadlines and cabinet confirmations: Va. Sen. Tim Kaine sheds light on Capitol Hill's last-minute fixes before looming break 12/11/2024 03:30pm • From looming government deadlines to potential cabinet picks for the incoming Trump administration, politicians on Capitol Hill still have loads to tick off their checklist before signing off and diving into their December break. Taking center stage on the to-do list is a stopgap measure that nee Supporters optimistic this is the year for beer and wine in Maryland grocery stores 12/11/2024 06:39am • A renewed effort to expand alcohol sales beyond liquor stores has the backing of a powerful new ally — Gov. Wes Moore (D) told Maryland Matters that he “wants something on my desk at the end of the session.” The General Assembly has tried before to allow alcohol sales in grocery stores — Why did crime go down in DC? Here's what leaders say 12/09/2024 05:23pm • D.C.'s mayor joined other leaders Monday in crediting public safety initiatives and community outreach with sinking violent and overall crime rates below pre-pandemic levels. Violent crime is down by 35% compared to last year, according to data from D.C. police. It also showed an 11% decrease in Looking for younger buyers, Lincoln Nautilus gets a modern makeover with style and tech 12/09/2024 04:21am • Lincoln, the luxury brand for Ford, is finally starting to spread its wings and make crossovers and SUVs that standout in the crowded luxury market. The Lincoln lineup has seen a lot of changes the last two years and for the better. The five-seat, midsize Nautilus is the latest to see change. Now, t