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Naval Academy head grilled over decision to try rape case

Vice Adm. Michael Miller says his commanders didn’t pressure him to send the sexual-assault case to trial.

New Supercans are on their way

Gray administration finds new source of funding for replacement trash and recycling receptacles.

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No. 1 Eagles blast Landon

(Toni L. Sandys / The Washington Post)

ICE HOCKEY | Top-ranked Gonzaga displayed no rust after a week off from school, jumping out to an early lead and blowing out No. 3 Landon.

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Lanier faces questions at hearing on police conduct

(Molly Riley / AP)

Before a D.C. Council committee, the chief says that too often, she’s been forced to rehire problem officers.

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No guns on planes? Some people don’t get it

27 guns confiscated at local airports last year, 1,813 caught by TSA nationwide.

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Metro riders will show their personal stake in transit fares

(By Bonnie Berkowitz, Darla Cameron, Denise Lu and Ted Mellnik)

The six hearings on fare increases will pit the D.C. region’s core against the outer suburbs.

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Man fatally shot in Northeast Washington

He had been reported as unconscious, not breathing at the scene.

Photos: East Side King pop-up at Toki Underground

Make a date for an early dinner of refined street food, via Austin.

‘Gimme Shelter’ and ‘Hours’ reviewed

Critic Michael O’Sullivan reviews two new films.

Inside Roofers Union, coming soon to Adams Morgan

The soon-to-open bar and restaurant serves homemade sausages with craft cocktails.

 

New Supercans are on their way

Gray administration finds new source of funding for replacement trash and recycling receptacles.

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No skiing for you

Billing snafu strands dozens of DCPS students expecting ski trip.

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Vincent Gray discusses his mayoral run

In an hourlong interview, the incumbent mayor pushes back on questions about the ongoing investigation.

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The final Options

DCPS could take over troubled charter school amid concerns about special needs kids.

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No place to go

For some D.C. residents, snow problems are much more serious than closed schools and late-opening offices.

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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.

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Your guide around the Beltway and beyond.

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Washington photo galleries

Our Washington

Post photographers are sharing their favorite area locations.

Snowy owl sightings

D.C. gives a hoot when owl appears.

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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