D.C., Md. & Va.
Officials detail increased D.C. security for certification, inauguration
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Organizers have filed over 10 permit applications for demonstrations and displays in January related to Trump, democracy, the Israel-Gaza war and abortion.
Man who killed Pr. George’s detective’s son sentenced to 55 years
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Kenneth Elwood Smith, 55, was convicted of fatally stabbing Desmond Thomas at a park in Fort Washington.
D.C. truancy, chronic absenteeism drop to lowest levels since pandemic
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Truancy in D.C.’s public schools has returned to pre-pandemic levels while chronic absenteeism is at its lowest since schools closed nearly five years ago, new data show.
House Republican charged with being drunk at Dulles airport
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House Foreign Affairs Committee Chair Rep. Michael McCaul (R-Tex.) said he made a ‘poor decision’ to mix alcohol and Ambien.
Ex-Pr. George’s council member to be jailed for stealing campaign funds
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Franklin, who served on the council for nearly 14 years, pleaded guilty in August to participating in a felony theft scheme and committing perjury.
Va. constitutional amendments on abortion, marriage and voting advance
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Launching the multi-year process to change the state constitution, a state House committee on Wednesday passed three resolutions that the full House will take up in January.
PM Update: After another chilly night, more rain likely Thursday
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Increasing clouds may keep us a touch warmer than last night. Rain arrives during the day.
Former Georgetown church transformed into multilevel condos
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Buying New | Two units available in renovated 1909 building
Brace for winter. It may not be as tame as some expect in the D.C. area.
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We’re predicting more snow than last winter and perhaps the most in six years.
D.C.-area forecast: A few cool days with showers tomorrow. Sunny and warmer this weekend.
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Today through Friday are the coolest days we’ve seen since spring.
The mysterious Virginia mansion allegedly bought with stolen Nigerian money
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Authorities say close friends of an alleged kleptocrat bought properties with cash meant to fight Boko Haram, underscoring how the U.S. has become a money-laundering haven.
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser asks to meet with Trump over policy priorities
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With its lack of statehood and congressional oversight over its affairs, D.C. is uniquely vulnerable to interference from the federal government.
Special election set for Virginia state Sen. Subramanyam’s seat
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The state will also soon hold an election for the seat being vacated by state Sen. John J. McGuire III, though no date is set.
PM Update: Seasonably cold tonight; cool but sunny Wednesday
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Many spots get below freezing tonight. Chilly tomorrow despite sunshine.
Jury says defense contractor must pay $42 million over Abu Ghraib abuses
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The federal jury found that CACI International shared responsibility with the U.S. Army for abusing detainees at Abu Ghraib prison.
Former Del. Jay Jones (D) of Norfolk ramps up bid for Virginia AG
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Former Del. Jay Jones (D-Norfolk) launches bid for Virginia AG, with Henrico prosecutor Shannon Taylor also running. GOP incumbent Jason Miyares hasn’t declared yet.
Howard University likely to earn highest research status, only HBCU to do so
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Howard University is expected to regain its R1 research status, becoming the only historically Black institution with this distinction.
D.C.-area forecast: Cool through Friday with a chance of Thursday showers
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Highs are mainly in the 50s to near 60, before warming into the 60s this weekend, which should be mostly sunny and dry.