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Wild and wintry storm may hit D.C. area Saturday after cold rain Wednesday

Saturday’s storm may bring strong winds, downpours, plunging temperatures and a chance of snow

 

In 1922, author W.L. George imagined what life would be like in 2022. He came pretty darn close.

Airplanes zipping across the oceans, power from the atom and women in Congress: These were just a few of W.L. George's predictions.

 

Va. lawmakers agree to cap Commanders stadium bonds at $350 million

The latest effort to tighten legislation meant to lure the Washington Commanders to Virginia would limit the tax revenue that could be diverted to pay back stadium bonds to $350 million, plus financing expenses.

 

Virginia’s General Assembly session could go into overtime as budget negotiators look for a deal on tax cuts

Budget negotiators in Virginia's General Assembly are rushing to meet a deadline for a deal on tax cuts, a key campaign promise of Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R). With the clock ticking, this year's legislative session could go into overtime beyond Saturday's scheduled adjournment.

 

Montgomery County Board of Education drops mask mandate for schools

Montgomery County Schools — Maryland's largest school district — lifted its masking requirement during a board of education meeting Tuesday. In Maryland, local school districts can choose whether to keep a masking requirement intact.

 

16-year-old boy charged with murder in killing of 15-year-old Kareem Wilson Jr., police say

The boy is also charged with attempted murder and related gun charges in the shooting, which also wounded a 19-year-old man.

 

D.C. mayor vows to hire more female police officers

D.C. Mayor Muriel E. Bowser vowed to hire more female police officers joining an effort by law enforcement agencies across the country to increase the number of women in their ranks and create a more inclusive and fair work environment.

 

In final blow to Pr. George’s council, Maryland Court of Appeals affirms ruling on redistricting

The earlier ruling from a Prince George's County circuit judge said the map was invalid because of a procedural error.

 

Rep. Good endorses far-right congressional candidate who has called for voter-fraud executions

Jarome Bell is running an "America First" campaign centered on extreme rhetoric.

 

Noose found at school in Loudoun, sheriff says

A noose was found over the weekend at a school in suburban Loudoun County, Va.

 

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