Some schools open Monday

Schoolchildren in three Maryland counties that are in the Washington metro area aren't getting the day off Monday, despite it being a federal holiday and many local and government offices being closed.

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No fireworks for Alexandria's big "First Night" celebration

There are some big celebrations coming up for "First Night" this year but one of the biggest has a big change -- no fireworks.

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How to recycle your Christmas tree

Now that the holidays are coming to an end it's time to start thinking about how to recycle your Christmas tree.

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Artfully Chocolate to close Logan Circle location

Artfully Chocolate will close its Logan Circle storefront, its owner said via e-mail blast.

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Beer of the Week: Port City 'Tidings'

Sing it with us: "It's the most wonderful time of the year... With the kids jingle-belling and brewers all crafting great holiday beeeeeeeers...."

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Va. man convicted in death of student at party

Authorities say a 21-year-old Alexandria man has been convicted in the fatal shooting of a University of Maryland University College student.

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Controversy continues for redevelopment of Alexandria waterfront

Plans to redevelop the popular waterfront in Alexandria continue to spark controversy, even as publication of a report recommends more study.

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All Inner Loop local lanes reopen in Va.

An accident had closed the local lanes of the Inner Loop of the Capital Beltway before Telegraph Road.

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New Media Strategies founder departs to launch fund

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NOVA back to normal after lockdown

The Alexandria campus of Northern Virginia Community College was on lockdown for hours Thursday because of a distraught man.

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Moran: Feds might not get paid retroactively

"I've talked to too many people in the (Republican) majority who are determined that this shutdown needs to occur, who feel that it wouldn't be appropriate to make the money available to compensate those who didn't work," Rep. Jim Moran tells WTOP.

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D.C.-area bars make list of America's best

The latest local buzz is over what's being served up at some area establishments.

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Accused Pakistani agent scheduled to enter plea

A Virginia man accused of secretly receiving millions of dollars from Pakistan's spy service while he lobbied Congress on the disputed Kashmir territory is expected to plead guilty to federal charges Wednesday.

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Satellite parking suggested to ease Mark Center traffic

Satellite parking, as far away as Prince William and Stafford counties, is one idea being floated to ease the anticipated congestion in Alexandria with the relocation of 6,400 defense-related workers.

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Pentagon IG: Army used flawed info. on BRAC move to Mark Center

The inspector general's report that's coming out this week says the Army did not meet state and federal standards when it decided to relocate 6,400 workers to Alexandria.

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15-story apt. building coming to Alexandria

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Campaign educates on sharing the road with big rigs

In Alexandria Saturday, both kids and adults got to hop up and sit in the cab of a tractor trailer as part of the "Share the Road" campaign.

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Capitol Christmas Tree makes a cameo in Alexandria

This time of year, the Capitol Christmas Tree is a major superstar. It rolled into Alexandria's Del Ray neighborhood Saturday morning with a police escort.

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Va. man charged in fatal stabbing in Md.

Authorities say an Alexandria man has been arrested in the fatal stabbing of a 20-year-old in Prince George's County.

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Female jogger assaulted in Alexandria

Alexandria Police are investigating an assault that occurred early Monday morning on a female jogger.

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