Ex-Va. governor charged with accepting gifts

Authorities say that for nearly two years, the McDonnells made requests of dietary supplement executive Jonnie R. Williams Sr., and in exchange, lent the prestige of the governorship to his company.

6 of the most interesting details in the indictment

Shopping trips, checks, a vacation and a Ferrari loan to the first couple are disclosed in charging documents.

‘I did nothing illegal’

‘I did nothing illegal’

McDonnell says the case is an overreach.

A car travels on Main Street in Myersville, Md. (Ricky Carioti/Post)

As temperatures drop, worst to come

WEATHER GANG | It’s now in the 20s across the region and the snow will gradually become more intense this afternoon.

Terror search before Winter Games frays nerves

Terror search before Winter Games frays nerves

Amid widespread fear of “black widows,” Russia deploys 60,000 police and troops to protect Sochi.

Syrian peace talks begin with bitter exchanges and low expectations

Syrian peace talks begin with bitter exchanges and low expectations

Syria’s government set a bitter tone at the opening of talks meant to end the country’s civil war.

U.S. officials privately worry NSA plan is ‘impossible’ to accomplish quickly

U.S. officials privately worry NSA plan is ‘impossible’ to accomplish quickly

Some fear the president’s push to swiftly revamp the phone-data collection program is unworkable.

Snowden denies Russian role in leaks

Snowden denies Russian role in leaks

The former NSA contractor dismisses allegations that he was working for a foreign government.

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Inside the living forest

PHOTOS | Clark Vandergrift’s “Tree People” brings a certain air of magic from the redwoods to real life.

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Try reading this while standing

GRAPHIC | Sitting too long can cause health hazards including organ damage and foggy thinking.

Featured Photo Galleries

Photos of the day

Clashes in Ukraine, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Japanese dolphin hunt and more.

Snowfall in D.C. region

The region faced intense snowfall late afternoon and early evening Tuesday, along with strong winds and cold temperatures.

Animal views

Japanese snow monkeys, twin polar bears, saltwater crocodile, blessing of the animals, puppy mill rescue and more.

2014’s fascinating images

Odd, unusual and interesting photos taken around the world this year.

Saving Syrian lives

Hundreds of doctors and health workers are trying to help those affected by the war as the humanitarian crisis deepens.

In remembrance of Martin Luther King Jr.

People honor the slain civil rights activist on the weekend of his federal holiday.

Concept cars through the years

We’ve compiled some images of concept cars over the years. Some of them you may remember, some not. Take a gander.

Sacrifices of the Wises

Two of Mary and Jean Wise’s four children were killed in Afghanistan. Both had families of their own.

Politics

Charlie Crist’s message to Democrats: I’m just like Barack Obama

Charlie Crist’s message to Democrats: I’m just like Barack Obama

THE FIX | Crist has assembled a roster full of former Obama hands. Here’s why.

More Opinions

Christie’s 2016 preview

Christie’s 2016 preview

RIGHT TURN | Gov. Chris Christie’s inauguration speech sounds the opening bell for 2016.

Lifestyle

Filled, and heartfelt

Filled, and heartfelt

A Mount Pleasant family’s annual Dumplingfest honors the New Year and a mother’s Korean tradition.

Arts

‘Mormon Boy Trilogy’ displays keen eye for the absurd

‘Mormon Boy Trilogy’ displays keen eye for the absurd

Though sometimes wrenching, Steven Fales’s autobiographical one-man shows pack in humor.

Local

Prosecutor: Mom accused in exorcism deaths called herself ‘demon assassin’

Prosecutor: Mom accused in exorcism deaths called herself ‘demon assassin’

A judge orders a mental health evaluation for a Germantown mother held in the killing of two toddlers.

Sports

No Ovechkin, big problem for Capitals

No Ovechkin, big problem for Capitals

With an injured Alex Ovechkin reduced to a spectator, Washington’s punchless offense turns anemic in loss to visiting Ottawa.

Technology

Verizon buys Intel’s cloud TV service

Verizon buys Intel’s cloud TV service

The telecom giant says it will use the OnCue project to deliver “over-the-top” online video services.

Business

Oil to start flowing in southern leg of Keystone pipeline

Oil to start flowing in southern leg of Keystone pipeline

The northern section of the controversial TransCanada project is still awaiting government approval.

Real Estate

Real Estate Matters | CFPB’s new ‘qualified mortgage’ rule now in effect

Real Estate Matters | CFPB’s new ‘qualified mortgage’ rule now in effect

Lenders must now ensure that borrowers have the ability to repay the loans.

Federal Government

VA software glitch exposed veterans’ information

VA software glitch exposed veterans’ information

FEDERAL EYE | A defect allowed veterans to view and change each other’s accounts on the eBenefits system.

World

Terror search before Winter Games frays nerves

Terror search before Winter Games frays nerves

Amid widespread fear of “black widows,” Russia deploys 60,000 police and troops to protect Sochi.

Discussions

Why neighborhood listservs matter

Why neighborhood listservs matter

Q&A TRANSCRIPT | Clinton Yates discusses life in the District in his weekly Capital Citizen chat.

Diversions