FAA: Three Jets Near D.C. Were Never on Collision Course
Federal officials say they are investigating what happened when three commuter jets flew too close to one another near Washington. But they say none of three planes ever were on a collision course....
View ArticleShooting at Christian Lobbying Group in D.C.
A man suspected of shooting and wounding a security guard at the headquarters of a Christian lobbying group made a negative reference about the organization's work before opening fire, a law...
View ArticleContractor Chosen For Washington Monument Repair
The National Park Service says a Massachusetts contractor has been named to repair earthquake damage to the Washington Monument. Read More|Comment
View ArticleNJ Foundation Makes Big Contribution to National Zoo
The Smithsonian's National Zoo is opening a new solar-powered carousel with hand-carved, hand-painted figures representing many endangered animals. Read More|Comment
View ArticleObama's Inauguration to Take Place One Day Later Than Normal
President Barack Obama is adding an asterisk to his name in the history books. Read More|Comment
View ArticleUp to One-Million Attended Inauguration, Official Says
An inauguration planning official says turnout was "definitely above 800,000" and possibly up to one million people. Read More|Comment
View ArticleChris Christie Thanks Obama For Sandy Response
Gov. Chris Christie used his keynote speech before the state Chamber of Commerce on Thursday night to thank President Obama for coming to New Jersey's aid so quickly after Superstorm Sandy while...
View ArticleRosa Parks Statue Dedication "Powerful Moment," Obama Says
President Barack Obama says the dedication in the Capitol of a statue of civil rights pioneer Rosa Parks will be a "powerful moment." Read More|Comment
View ArticleRosa Parks Statue Unveiled at Capitol
President Barack Obama says civil rights icon Rosa Parks has taken her rightful place among those who have shaped the course of U.S. history. Read More|Comment
View ArticleWhat's The Big Deal About The Sequester? [VIDEO/AUDIO/POLL]
At the end of last week, there was a great deal of talk about the horrible effects across the nation that would take place if the automatic federal budget cuts that were triggered by the sequester took...
View ArticleSmithsonian Closing Galleries Due to Budget Cuts
Budget cuts from Congress will soon reduce the number of free exhibitions on view each day at the Smithsonian Institution and will furlough U.S. Park Police officers who guard the nation's monuments....
View ArticleTrump to Redevelop Historic Washington Property
Donald Trump will be converting a historic building on Washington's Pennsylvania Avenue into a 250-room luxury hotel. Read More|Comment Continue reading…
View ArticlePeak Bloom Moved Up For D.C. Cherry Blossoms
A continuing streak of warm weather means the famed cherry blossoms in the nation's capital will reach their peak bloom earlier than expected. Read More|Comment Continue reading…
View ArticleD.C. Officer Accused of Threatening First Lady
The Washington Post says a police officer who worked as a motorcycle escort for the White House and other officials has been moved to administrative duty after he allegedly made threatening comments...
View ArticleFAA: Three Jets Near D.C. Were Never on Collision Course
Federal officials say they are investigating what happened when three commuter jets flew too close to one another near Washington. But they say none of three planes ever were on a collision course....
View ArticleGreen Paint Splattered on D.C.'s Lincoln Memorial
The Lincoln Memorial has reopened after someone splattered green paint on the statue of the 16th president. Read More|Comment Continue reading…
View ArticleHouse Passes Bill To Pay Furloughed Workers
The House has passed a bill to give 800,000 furloughed federal workers retroactive pay once the government reopens. Read More|Comment Continue reading…
View ArticleParts of US Capitol closed after asbestos accident
WASHINGTON (AP) -- An accident involving asbestos work forced a temporary closure of the House side of the Capitol on Thursday and prompted House leaders to delay the day's session for two hours. Read...
View ArticleMr. Trump gets Pennsylvania Ave. address (No, not that one)
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Donald Trump has big plans for the Old Post Office building, a historic structure in downtown Washington that he's pledging to transform into the city's most luxurious hotel. As for...
View ArticleThe worst park job ever now belongs to a member of Congress
Just when you think you've seen it all in the road, Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton has provided us with what is unequivocally the worst attempt at fitting into a parking spot of all-time. Read...
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