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Woman sexually assaulted in Northeast D.C.
D.C. police said they are seeking two men in the Saturday attack in which the victim was also robbed.
D.C. public schools to receive new supplies and equipment with unspent $10 million
via ABC 7 Washington
Cornelius D. Scully III, State Dept. official, dies at 77
Mr. Scully, who had been stationed in Montreal and France, worked in the Bureau of Consular Affairs.
Two new magistrate judges appointed to D.C. court
A public defender and a project director at a nonprofit center have been appointed to the court.
Jose Andres’s latest gig: tapas art advisor
The chef assisted with an upcoming exhibition of photographs and artifacts about tapas culture.
Defrocked Pastor Schaefer preaches in DC
via WUSA9 Washington D.C.
At law firm McDermott, real estate is a branding opportunity
What would taller buildings mean for DC's architecture?Local Digest: A roundup of news from across the region
A man kidnapped at gunpoint was forced to ride on Metro, robbed; arrest is made in Upper Marlboro shooting.
Struggling for revenue, governments look to nonprofits
(Matt McClain / The Washington Post)
A Virginia law lets local governments decide about tax breaks for some nonprofits.
To McDermott, real estate is a branding opportunity
(Jeffrey MacMillan / For The Washington Post)
There was a time law firms were so profitable that they thought little about branding. These days, business is tight, and real estate can send a message about the image a firm wants to project to any potential business that comes through its doors.
Ways To Learn About Green Living In Washington DC
via WNEW DC
Modest D.C. tax revision plan only a small remedy
Overheard in D.C.: Christmas is HereDistrict schools get new books and musical instruments
(Bonnie Jo Mount / The Washington Post)
School system used $10 million in savings to purchase much-needed books, instruments and computers.
Finnegan’s veterans assistance program continues to grow
(Jeffrey MacMillan / For Capital Business)
The IP law firm helps military veterans appeal denial of disability benefits.
St. John’s puts on a show in win
(Toni L. Sandys / The Washington Post)
BOYS’ BASKETBALL | Tre Campbell and the Cadets get off to a good start in a 74-61 win over Wise.
Ask A Washington DC Chef: Ways To Keep Your Meals Lean And Clean
via WNEW DC
Gandhi’s final gift: Millions in new revenue
The longtime CFO’s final estimates anticipate continued economic growth.
Vince Gray calls it the ‘Education Election’
Early campaign messaging emphasizes schools progress, but Gray strategist says it is one of multiple themes.
Stealing from schools
At least 16 D.C. schools have been burglarized since the beginning of the school year, WJLA-TV reports
DCPS is getting less bad
City leaders cite new policies for student gains, but skeptics cite demographic changes in D.C. schools.
Reeves Center concerns could complicate soccer deal
Neighbors want municipal building replaced with more offices, not with luxury apartments.
Washingtology quiz
Are you a Washingtologist?
Think you’re a master of local trivia? Try answering the Washingtology question of the day from Cultural Tourism DC.
Five favorite places
Charles Hicks: Insider’s guide to D.C.
Chuck Hicks of the DC Black History Celebration Committee shares a list of his favorite local attractions and events.
Kenneth B. Ellerbe: Insider’s guide to D.C.
Chief Kenneth B. Ellerbe of the Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department shares a list of his favorite local attractions and events.
Vernard R. Gray: Insider’s guide to D.C.
Vernard R. Gray of CA-FAM III, Inc. and East River Jazz shares a list of his favorite local attractions and events.
Andy Shallal: Insider’s guide to D.C.
Andy Shallal, founder of Busboys and Poets, shares a list of his favorite local attractions and events.
Insider’s guide to D.C.
Doris A.M. Thomas of Serenity Players shares a list of her favorite local attractions and events.
Washington photo galleries
Washington away from the microphone
Washington Post photographers offer their takes on a vibrant, dynamic city.
Honoring Mandela, a ‘truly extraordinary man’
Vice President Biden and others assembled in Washington to say goodbye to the former South African president.
Snow falls on D.C. area
Although the sleet and snow didn’t quite stick in the urban core, snow accumulated in the suburbs.
Wal-Mart opens two stores in D.C.
Retail giant’s registers ring up their first sales in the District after development delays and months of debate over wages.
Capitol Christmas Tree arrives in Washington
2013 tree is an 88-foot-tall Engelmann spruce from Colville National Forest in Washington state.
On Capitol Hill, townhouses are a model
Built to replace the Ellen Wilson housing project, the Townhomes on Capitol Hill have become a model for mixed-income housing.
D.C.’s High Heel Race
The annual Dupont Circle event celebrates 27 years of heel-wearing drag queens racing for glory.
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