Columns

John Kelly

John Kelly

Children’s National helps get to the heart of the matter

A boy’s complex heart problems require complex care at Children’s National hospital.

John Kelly

John Kelly

Cat adventures call for luck and the occasional firefighter

For cats that find themselves in over their furry heads, the fire department sometimes rides to the rescue.

John Kelly

John Kelly

Inspiring spires: Answer Man visits an old church

For 85 years, Washingtonians worshiped in a church that could have been the Smithsonian.

John Kelly

John Kelly

Mowed over by a lawn mower thief

The unkindest cut: Thieves stole an airplane club’s riding lawn mower. Can you help find it?

John Kelly

John Kelly

On this rock I will build my...team?

Why should the next Redskins coach know anything about football? The past few haven’t.

Colbert I. King

Colbert I. King

The spy among us

Government’s surveillance power can’t go unchecked.

Colbert I. King

Colbert I. King

D.C. person of the year

Love him or hate him, Ron Machen has had a big effect on the city.

Colbert I. King

Colbert I. King

D.C.’s visit from St. Ron

Some local leaders are in for quite a night.

Colbert I. King

Colbert I. King

Badge of dishonor

In D.C., who’s policing the police?

Colbert I. King

Colbert I. King

Win at all costs

For Vincent Gray, the 2014 campaign is a last, sad act.

Mike Wise

Mike Wise

Allen is key to Maryland’s success

Point guard Seth Allen’s return from a broken foot may be the boost the Maryland basketball team needs.

Mike Wise

Mike Wise

Wall nears all-star milestone

COLUMN | With his game and the team coming together, Wall is strong candidate to make the all-star team.

Mike Wise

Mike Wise

The Redskins’ new power mover

Like a politician, GM Bruce Allen pushes Shanahan out and promises better days ahead.

Mike Wise

Mike Wise

Shanahan leaves Redskins in a heap; soon they’ll sell hope

Washington is in disarray, but that’s when the franchise is best — selling optimism during the offseason.

Mike Wise

Mike Wise

Reviving the hope campaign again

It’s hard to imagine Mike Shanahan coaching another year in Washington but something has to change.

Jennifer LaRue Huget

Jennifer LaRue Huget

On the trail of Henry Ward Beecher in Brooklyn

A family visits the parish and grave of 19th-century abolitionist preacher Henry Ward Beecher.

Jennifer LaRue Huget

Jennifer LaRue Huget

Group again issues hormone therapy warning

A national board of doctors Monday recommended that post-menopausal women not take hormone replacement therapy to prevent chronic disease, as the health risks outweigh its likely benefits.

Jennifer LaRue Huget

Jennifer LaRue Huget

Study: Nicotine substitutes ineffective

Going Out Guide

Tom Sietsema

Chef Chris Watson parts ways with Ovvio Osteria

The chef disagrees with the direction being taken by ownership.

Tom Sietsema

Tom Sietsema

At Eat the Rich, eat the oysters

Derek Brown’s latest spot pairs bivalves and other seafood with cocktails by the pitcher.

Tom Sietsema

Tom Sietsema

Pleasant, but where’s the whimsy?

Michel Richard’s NYC outpost is missing some of the fun of his former Washington landmark.

Tom Sietsema

Tom Sietsema

Why your waiter is fluttering his fingers

Unnoticed by most diners, signals help restaurant staffs serve customers better.

Tom Sietsema

Tom Sietsema

Dedicate yourself to being a better diner in 2014

Tom Sietsema offers some tasteful resolutions for the new year.

Petula Dvorak

Petula Dvorak

Frigid temps equal parental pain when schools close

Parents use social media to express their angst and plead with school officials to open for business.

Petula Dvorak

Petula Dvorak

Resolving in 2014 to...

Given my perpetual failure at living up to my own resolutions, here are lists for other people.

Petula Dvorak

Petula Dvorak

Md. couple throws a surprise party for charity

After the first time, invited guests tend to wear comfortable shoes to the Hutchinsons’ annual gala.

Petula Dvorak

Petula Dvorak

A one-woman pajama drive to give foster kids comfort

After beating leukemia, a D.C. woman vowed to collect PJ’s for children, and she did — 1,500 pairs.

Petula Dvorak

Petula Dvorak

Santa’s skin color flies right over kids’ heads

Unlike Megyn Kelly of Fox News, children aren’t fixated on race. It’s all about the toys.

Robert McCartney

Robert McCartney

For Fairfax and Montgomery, top priority is school funds

COLUMN | As Virginia and Maryland legislative sessions open, area suburbs press for education dollars.

Robert McCartney

Robert McCartney

Take the quiz! Predictions for Washington region for 2014

Forecasts for D.C. area: Who will be next Md. governor? What will be fates of McDonnell, NFL team?

Robert McCartney

Robert McCartney

Local professionals donate expertise to charities

COLUMN | Beyond stuffing envelopes: Volunteers help area nonprofits improve their fundraising, marketing.

Robert McCartney

Robert McCartney

Herring’s victory confirms Democrats’ advantage in Va.

COLUMN | The Virginia GOP needs more moderate candidates to end its losing streak in statewide races.

Robert McCartney

Robert McCartney

Catania to run for mayor if Gray is Democrats’ nominee

COLUMN | Independent D.C. Council member Catania would challenge Gray in November.

Courtland Milloy

Courtland Milloy

Milloy: This tabby could teach dogs a thing or two

A stray cat wins the hearts and minds at Courtland Milloy’s home.

  • Milloy

Courtland Milloy

Courtland Milloy

Family gets gift of a new home for the holidays

A family’s efforts to save and plan pay off as it moves into a new house just in time for Christmas.

Courtland Milloy

Courtland Milloy

Which is worse, Washington’s football team or Congress?

Sunday’s game between Washington and Atlanta was as dismal as most congressional debates.

Courtland Milloy

Courtland Milloy

A teacher from D.C. embraces Mandela’s legacy in Johannesburg

Waahida Tolbert-Mbatha wants to show students that education is the key to freedom.

Courtland Milloy

Courtland Milloy

Howard needs to seriously reconsider Yardfest

The event has become a rite of passage for up-and-coming rap artists who celebrate violence.

The Federal Eye

Joe Davidson

Area GOP reps buck party, support 'clean' funding

GOP Reps. Frank Wolf and Rob Wittman of Virginia take a different approach.

Joe Davidson

Joe Davidson

For feds, 2014 won’t be as bad as 2013

Last year, federal workers suffered pay cuts, lockouts and violence. This year, low morale is the problem.

Joe Davidson

Joe Davidson

Should feds be screened when entering federal buildings?

Senate hearing explores federal building safety and asks if employees should be screened as visitors are.

Joe Davidson

Joe Davidson

Budget deal brings some stability to federal workforce

Wednesday’s final approval means workers don’t have to worry about a shutdown for a couple of years.

Joe Davidson

Joe Davidson

Two Commerce agencies: One at the top, one at the bottom

The patent office is at top of “Best Places to Work” list, while the economic development agency is last.