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5 LGBT-Friendly Small Town Retirement Destinations 04/26/2017 08:00pm • Most lists of top retirement destinations focus on medium to large cities. For lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender baby boomers, as well as many others who seek out diverse populations with thriving arts and culture scenes, larger cities usually have the most to offer. Larger cities also provide Basketball tournament honors fallen Prince George's Co. officer 04/22/2017 04:38pm • WASHINGTON — It was just over a year ago that Prince George’s County Detective Jacai Colson lost his life in a chaotic shootout outside police headquarters. Colson, an undercover cop, was killed in a friendly fire incident as police scrambled to respond to another man who opened fire at offic How to Visit a National Park for Free This Weekend 04/19/2017 08:00pm • It's National Park Week, a time to honor America's many outdoor parks and, according to the National Park Service, the country's largest celebration of national heritage. The perfect way to participate in this holiday is to step outside your front door and into a national park. Fortunately, every n Metro postpones weekend shutdown of the Orange, Silver and Blue Line 04/18/2017 04:24pm • UPDATE 4/19/17 4:43 p.m.: Metro has postponed the weekend shutdown of the Orange, Silver and Blue Line tracks. See updated service information for the weekend of Apr. 22-23 here. EARLIER:  WASHINGTON — A stretch of Metro’s Blue, Orange and Silver lines through downtown D.C. will be closed t Explore Homestays as a Prospective International Student 04/17/2017 08:00pm • Fostering a sense of family has always been a priority for Hmong-American Ted Lee, particularly as a U.S. Navy service member. So when Lee's final duty station landed him in Yokosuka, Japan, and he enrolled at Temple University's Japan campus to pursue an undergrad degree in psychological studies, h Thousands expected for weekend Tax March 04/14/2017 01:43pm • WASHINGTON — Organizers say they expect thousands to gather along the National Mall this weekend to call on President Donald Trump to release his tax returns. The Tax March is set for the date most associated with taxes — April 15. The Saturday event starts with a noon rally in front of th A survivor, now a dad: Virginia Tech tragedy, 10 years later 04/14/2017 09:52am • BLACKSBURG, Va. (AP) — Kevin Sterne has spent 10 years trying not to let himself be defined by the mass shooting that nearly killed him at Virginia Tech. But now that he's a new father, Sterne grapples with knowing that one day he must tell his son about the horror he worked so hard to put behind Easter egg hunts around DC 04/14/2017 07:41am • WASHINGTON — If you're scrambling to find a D.C.-area egg hunt in time for Easter, hatch a plan to attend one of these egg-cellent events. Here are some of the best local Easter egg hunts by region. D.C. The White House Easter Egg Roll and the Tudor Place Eggstravaganza are two iconic 3 Weekend Getaway Ideas for History-Loving Families 04/11/2017 08:00pm • There are an abundance of American cities featuring renowned museums, storied sites and history-filled landmarks. Cities such as Philadelphia, Boston and the District of Columbia should, of course, be on every history buff's must-see list, but these three standout destinations with fascinating cultu United Airlines (UAL) Stock Down as Passenger Removal Video Goes Viral 04/10/2017 08:00pm • United Continental Holdings (ticker: UAL) shares shed more than 4 percent in early Tuesday trading after a video of a passenger being forcibly removed from a plane went viral around the globe on Monday. The incident occurred in Chicago on Sunday night when United was unable to find volunteers to giv The 8 Top National Parks to Visit This Spring 04/03/2017 08:00pm • Grab your camera and cross these national treasures off your list this season.With pleasant temperatures, few crowds and dazzling floral displays, spring tempts us to get outdoors and embrace unspoiled hiking trails, spectacular vistas and incredible wildlife-viewing opportunities. Whether you want Graduate Teacher Residency Programs Help Educators Make the Grade 03/29/2017 08:00pm • As an editor who oversaw education coverage at The Indianapolis Star from 2005 to 2009, Keith Manring was well-versed in the challenges many public school systems face. When he decided to become a teacher in 2009, he wanted the strongest foundation possible to succeed in the classroom. "I knew that 2 ex-Christie aides sentenced in bridge traffic revenge plot 03/29/2017 07:39pm • NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Two former aides to Republican Gov. Chris Christie were sentenced to prison on Wednesday for creating a colossal traffic jam at the George Washington Bridge for political revenge, a scandal that sank Christie's White House campaign and was attributed by the judge to a venomous Atlanta delays resurfacing of 20-year-old NASCAR track 03/28/2017 08:16pm • HAMPTON, Ga. (AP) — Get ready for more slippin' and slidin' at Atlanta Motor Speedway. After numerous complaints from NASCAR drivers, the track announced Thursday it has postponed the repaving of the 20-year-old racing surface at least until after next year's race weekend. Speedway President Ed Cl 10 Tips for Planning an Affordable Spa Getaway 03/28/2017 08:00pm • Taking a mental and physical break from the stresses of everyday life has proven health benefits. Spas are one way to find your Zen, but a relaxing spa break can often come at a high price. If you're on a tight budget, fret not: You can still plan a first-rate, rejuvenating wellness trip at a reason