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Naval Academy head set to testify in rape case
Defense accuses Naval Academy superintendent of bias against midshipman in sexual assault case
“the most bananas house I think I’ve ever seen in D.C. (and you can rent it!)”
via Prince of Petworth
Why Tech Won’t Liberate D.C.’s Economy From the FedsVirginia Hayes Williams, D.C.’s ‘first mother,’ dies at 87
(Susan Biddle)
She sang her way across the District when her son, Anthony A. Williams, was serving as mayor.
‘Green’ modifications proposed to D.C. clean-water plan
(The Washington Post)
Green infrastructure would reduce need for water storage tunnels in D.C. plan; environmentalists are skeptical.
D.C. schools bus-contract dispute quashes student ski trip
Dozens of D.C. students expecting a long-awaited ski trip to Pennsylvania were left out in the cold.
Sitting in the office too much? One D.C. company is trying to change that
via Washington Business Journal
D.C. school system forms task force to study student testing
(Sarah L. Voisin / The Washington Post)
Chancellor Kaya Henderson wants to “put testing in the proper perspective” after years of complaints.
Capitol Police mourn sergeant who died on duty
(U.S. Capitol Police / U.S. Capitol Police)
Clinton Holtz, who played professional basketball and enjoyed boating, was a “gentle giant.”
Carla Hall previews Sips & Suppers dinner
“The Chew” co-host joins chef David Lawrence on a comfort food dinner.
Fixing D.C. elections to let independent voters play
via Washington Blade
Hoops showcases are on the rise
(Doug Kapustin / For The Washington Post)
With the promise of high-profile matchups and major exposure, showcase events are blurring the lines between high school basketball and profit-driven promotion.
D.C. officer accused of attempted murder confined to home
Suspect beat his wife, who has a brain tumor, in the head, prosecutors said.
Green/Yellow lines snarled after fire in the tunnel
Trains single-tracked through a stretch of the District just as the evening rush hour got underway.
Mayor of Washington to attend State of the Union
via Washington Times
Vincent Gray discusses his mayoral run
In an hourlong interview, the incumbent mayor pushes back on questions about the ongoing investigation.
The final Options
DCPS could take over troubled charter school amid concerns about special needs kids.
No place to go
For some D.C. residents, snow problems are much more serious than closed schools and late-opening offices.
Mayoral candidates make statements with real estate
A campaign headquarters is sometimes more than a campaign headquarters.
Snow day
Today’s storm promises the most snow for the city since the 5 inches that dropped on Jan. 26, 2011.
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
Snowfall in D.C. region
The region faced intense snowfall, strong winds and bitter cold Tuesday and Wednesday.
Changes in D.C. reopen old fault lines
A recent poll shows mixed views of redevelopment and whom it benefits.
Lincoln Heights’ promise deferred
By now, 440 low-income families living in a housing project were supposed to have moved into new homes. Only 32 have.
Metro begins a new year with some new cars
Four from the 7000 series made their debut at the Greenbelt station.
Snowfall hits D.C. region
A winter storm sweeps into the area, bringing cold temperatures and gusty winds.
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.
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Man arrested in slaying of Montgomery County 7-Eleven worker
