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How to buy a furloughed fed a beer — contractors too 01/24/2019 08:58am • WASHINGTON — Beer budgets could be among expenses taking a hit for federal employees and contractors impacted by the ongoing partial government shutdown. A couple of D.C. entrepreneurs have set up a way for anyone to pay for what might be a much-needed beer or two during these stressful times. How much do you owe on your Virginia taxes this year? It's unclear 01/24/2019 04:00am • WASHINGTON — Virginians still do not know what rules they will file their state taxes under, even with filing season set to begin Monday, creating urgency in the push toward an at-least temporary resolution in Richmond. The General Assembly is locked in a debate over what is typically a straigh 'Whole calendar' of Va. craft beer new releases on hold because of shutdown 01/23/2019 09:22pm • ALEXANDRIA, Va. -- In Alexandria, Virginia, on Wednesday, business owners, furloughed federal workers and a U.S. senator sat down with a cold beer and tried to solve the world's problems, while commiserating about the tough times brought on by the partial federal shutdown. Sen. Mark Warner, D-Va. Health Insurance for Diabetics 01/23/2019 07:00pm • More than 30 million Americans have diabetes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Left uncontrolled, it can raise blood sugar to dangerously high levels and cause life-threatening complications. Notably, people who have the chronic condition are at risk for what's called ma Tax Deductions That Disappeared This Year 01/23/2019 07:00pm • This tax-filing season, taxpayers are poised to experience the impact of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, which eliminated beneficial deductions and credits. Touted as the largest tax overhaul in 30 years, the law could be a mixed bag for many households as it increases the standard deduction and Fairfax Co. considers shutdown help, may need to find millions 01/23/2019 04:25am • WASHINGTON — With thousands of residents working without pay or furloughed for more than a month, Fairfax County, Virginia, is considering additional steps to help those struggling to make ends meet. The concerns would rise to an even higher level if the shutdown continues into March, county su Today in History: Jan. 23 01/23/2019 12:15am • Today is Wednesday, Jan. 23, the 23rd day of 2019. Today's Highlight in History: On Jan. 23, 1845, Congress decided all national elections would be held on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November. On this date: In 1368, China's Ming dynasty, which lasted nearly three centuri Is Phased Retirement a Good Fit for You? 01/22/2019 07:00pm • Shifting from a full workload to an open schedule upon retirement is a drastic change, and many baby boomers don't want such an abrupt transition. Some employers also want older employees to pass their valuable skills on to younger workers before they leave. A phased retirement, which consists of fu How Investors Can Have Enough Money in Retirement 01/22/2019 07:00pm • The doomsday scenario is universally shared by retirees and pre-retirees alike: depleting all your financial resources during your lifetime. While some concerns may stem from insufficient savings during working years, even investors who have saved diligently face risks outside of their control. Econ 7 Retirement Accounts You Should Consider 01/22/2019 07:00pm • We've all heard the warnings and are well aware that we should save more for retirement. The new year is a good time to resolve to find the best retirement plan to build wealth for the future. Uncle Sam wants you to save for retirement so much that the federal government has created a number of tax 7 Facts to Know About Opportunity Zone Investing 01/22/2019 07:00pm • Investors can receive tax perks through a new federal program. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 created an opportunity for investors to minimize taxes on capital gains while improving low-income areas. Opportunity zones are aimed at creating jobs and providing incentives to develop economically dis How to Manage Student Loan Debt During Government Shutdown 01/22/2019 07:00pm • Much has been reported about the struggles of furloughed federal workers during what has become the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. As each day passes without a resolution to the crisis, a growing portion of the 800,000 affected employees face the bleak prospect of falling behind on the What Is a Condo -- and Should I Buy One? 01/22/2019 07:00pm • If you're a first-time homebuyer, you may be wondering whether owning a condominium is more advantageous than buying a town house or a conventional home with a driveway and a big backyard. Maybe you've heard condo living offers added convenience and flexibility, since the upkeep of common areas is a DC mayor bucks fed gov't with bill to offer 'essential' workers unemployment 01/22/2019 05:32pm • WASHINGTON — D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser says she will introduce emergency legislation that she says would allow federal employees who live in D.C. and who have been working without pay during the partial government shutdown to file for unemployment benefits. Bowser's announcement, which came duri Alion Science and Technology signs on to newest high-rise in Tysons 01/22/2019 12:06pm • WASHINGTON — With Boro Tower, the newest office high-rise in Tysons Corner, set to officially open in February, big engineering firm Alion Science and Technology has signed on as its newest tenant. Alion will relocate from its current headquarters at 1750 Tysons Blvd. to the 20-story Boro Tower