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Bowser’s D.C. campaign is rooted in arithmetic
Muriel Bowser, second from right, at Fort Stevens on the 150th anniversary of the Civil War battle there. (Bill O'Leary/Post)
Muriel Bowser is the only Democratic mayoral candidate in a city of Democrats. She’s the presumed front-runner. But she’s cautiously courting votes and avoiding controversy by putting off debates until the fall.
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Md. swim coach signals intent to plead guilty to child abuse
If judge accepts deal, founder of Maryland Suburban Swim Club will face 10-year max sentence.
Peace Corps has sent 215,000 U.S. volunteers overseas
Established in 1961, the volunteer service force has done work in 139 countries, has $379 million budget.
Peace Corps announces major changes to application
Volunteers for service abroad will be able to apply for specific locations; agency hopes for more diversity.
Two men are wounded in Brightwood area of D.C.
Police said the two victims are expected to survive.
Kenneth J. Gray, former Illinois congressman, dies at 89
Mr. Gray, who served 24 years in Congress, embraced the moniker “Prince of Pork.”
Bowser’s D.C. campaign is rooted in arithmetic
Muriel Bowser is the only Democratic mayoral candidate in a city of Democrats. She’s the presumed front-runner. But she’s cautiously courting votes and avoiding controversy by putting off debates until the fall.
In Manassas City ‘sexting’ case, earlier search warrant also sought explicit photos
A June search warrant shows that police initially sought sexually explicit photos then too, but did not follow through.
Rain and lightning cause outages across Northern Va.
As many as 20,000 Northern Virginians lost power, but it has already been restored to most.
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D.C.’s main shelter for homeless families should be closed
Ghettoizing homelessness has led to the awful decay and dysfunction alleged at D.C. General.
Federal judge forbids use of ‘Redskins’ in court documents
The ruling notes that “the Washington Team” will be used as a replacement, except in direct quotes.
Storms possible into tonight, and another round tomorrow
Thunderstorms moved through the area for a second straight day, and we’re slated to go for three in a row on Tuesday. A few are around this evening as well.
Farm camp introduces students to food at its source
Farm-based education grows amid efforts to promote healthful eating and sustainable food.
David Truong, defendant in espionage case, dies at 68
Mr. Truong was convicted of espionage in 1978 in an early test of electronic government surveillance.
Charles Severance indicted by grand jury on gun charge
The man Alexandria police are focused on in a homicide probe has been indicted on a gun charge.
Md. warehouse won’t be used for undocumented minors
Graffiti appeared on a Westminster, Md., building that was a candidate to shelter immigrant children.
In College Park, officials implement changes to decrease pedestrian fatalities
Safety campaign includes a new pedestrian signal, median fence, lower speed limit, and expanded enforcement.
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Bike, walk, drive: The debate continues
Cyclists explain why they sometimes ride on sidewalks. And pedestrians explain why they don’t like it.
Mosquitoes test positive for West Nile Virus in Pr. William
The finding marks the first time that the virus has been documented in the county this year.
Leesburg police to seek charges in alleged shoplifting case
Man said he lost job at Target after reporting incident involving man police now identify as Fairfax Sheriff’s employee.
D.C. Council votes to override mayor’s budget veto
Members thumb their nose at Vincent Gray’s budget move, voting 12 to 1 to move ahead with tax cuts.
Video: Cyclists compete in D.C. for shot at title
About 100 Brompton bicycle owners rode nearly 6 miles in a coat and tie on a scorching Sunday afternoon.
In Middleburg, a school’s renaissance
Educators, parents prep for Middleburg Community Charter School’s opening, Da Vinci Project.
‘A rising tide’ of craft breweries in Loudoun and beyond
Beer makers get a boost from new Virginia law that makes it easier to open a craft brewery on a farm.
Prince George’s Council postpones critical casino vote
County council has final say on the construction of the $925 million MGM casino complex at National Harbor.
Arlington may crack down on pub crawls
County Board to vote on whether to require bar owners to get special permits, pay for police and cleanup.
A split on Washington and Lee’s Confederate flag action
Student magazine surveys reaction to president’s decision to remove flags from prominence in Lee Chapel.
Thunderstorms likely today and tomorrow, some may be severe
Storms are likely to produce heavy rain, lightning, and - possibly - strong to damaging wind gusts.
Hail storm turns nice day at the beach into a bruiser
Sunny skies gave way to a hail storm in Siberia on Saturday, and snow fell in the Southern Urals.
Authorities arrest teen in Young Marines child abuse case
Police said a 15-year-old squad leader from the Annapolis chapter abused a child for two years.
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In Manassas City ‘sexting’ case, earlier search warrant also sought explicit photos
A June search warrant shows that police initially sought sexually explicit photos then too, but did not follow through.
On ‘dangerous ground’ at D.C. General
At the Southeast homeless shelter, conditions are horrific and alternatives are hard to come by.Reduced speed limit for stretch of Route 1 in College Park
Officials take action to improve safety in the area after several pedestrian deaths.
Local Columns
Cyclists explain why they sometimes ride on sidewalks. And pedestrians explain why they don’t like it.
Ghettoizing homelessness has led to the awful decay and dysfunction alleged at D.C. General.
COLUMN | Everyone in Washington’s great bicyclist-driver clash is right. And everyone is wrong. Can’t we all just get along?
How do they do it? Blind golfers play better than I do and use their skill to raise money, awareness for charity.
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Washington kids go to ‘Farm Camp’
At Woodlawn Plantation in Alexandria, Va., kids learn about where their food comes from, healthy eating, cooking and bugs.
No easy ride
Americans participated in the Brompton National Championships folding bike race for a chance to win a trip to England.
Saying goodbye to a Prince George’s leader
Mourners pay their respects to Wayne K. Curry, the first black Prince George’s County executive.
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- 5Peace Corps announces major changes to application process
