Halloween
How to enjoy Halloween sweets, without the calorie regret
Halloween candy is everywhere, from homes to offices to even the gym. But how can people enjoy it without ruining their diets?
Advice on keeping pets safe on Halloween
Dr. Katy Nelson, veterinarian
Top 25 scariest movies of all time
WTOP Film Critic Jason Fraley counts down the Top 25 scariest movies of all time.
Local pumpkin tips scales at 980 pounds
Charlie Brown might doubt the existence of "The Great Pumpkin," but seeing may be believing.
Salisbury Zoo hosts annual Halloween event
The Salisbury Zoo is holding its annual Halloween event.
Sick of Jack o' lanterns? Inspired ideas for inventive pumpkins
Pumpkins are popping up on porches all around town and there are some cool ways to make yours stand out from the crowd.
Pumpkin farmers have smashing crop despite drought
Farmers in a stretch of Illinois where most of the nation's pumpkins are grown say their crop looks relatively smashing and is likely to be one of the few successes in a year when severe drought baked most of the nation's heartland.
Capitol Hill: One of D.C.'s most haunted neighborhoods?
Ghosts are said to linger in the historic neighborhood, spooking residents and giving locals a glimpse of what life was like hundreds of years ago.
Tips to keep squirrels from destroying pumpkins
WTOP Garden Editor Mike McGrath recommends using everything from hot peppers, to deer repellent and dog hair.
Oregon man wins Half Moon Bay pumpkin contest
A grower from Oregon is the winner of this year's Half Moon Bay giant pumpkin contest with a gourd weighing in at 1,775 pounds.
Overdoing it on black licorice can be bad for your heart
Everything in moderation -- including candy. And, according to the Food and Drug Administration, even more moderation is required when consuming black licorice.
Tips for having a safe Halloween
Halloween is almost here, and if you're out and about this weekend buying costumes and decorations there are some things you should keep in mind.




