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Couple robbed while dining on outdoor patio in Logan Circle
Police are looking for a man who robbed a couple dining on the outdoor patio of a Logan Circle restaurant last month.
D.C. Council begins debating immigrant driver bills
Undocumented workers can't legally obtain a driver's license in the District or vehicle insurance. The D.C. Council is considering two proposals to change that.
Ariz. man allegedly faked own death to go to DC
Ariz. man missing since May 26 found in Washington, DC; Police believe he faked his own death
Airlines join fight against human trafficking
Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood announced a new partnership with airlines to train airline workers to recognize the signs of human trafficking.
Marion Barry got gifts from 2 DC contractors
DC Councilmember Marion Barry reports gifts from city contractors; could be ethics violation
Frager's Hardware store burns in Southeast D.C.
A ferocious fire ravaged a Capitol Hill landmark on Wednesday night, destroying a store some say is an "institution" in the city.
D.C. Textile Museum property for sale for $22M
Textile Museum's Dupont Circle home now up for sale for $22M as museum prepares to move to GWU
Off-beat picks for Capital Pride week
You don't really need a calendar for D.C.'s Pride Week. When it's here, you'll know, as events will take place all over the city. However, if massive crowds and long lines aren't your thing, WTOP picked out five smaller events worth checking out.
Eisenhower Memorial group makes D-Day film on Ike
Eisenhower Memorial planners launch new D-Day film online for 69th anniversary
At meat-driven Del Campo, Chef Victor Albisu doesn't leave out vegetarians
An omnivore walks away from the vegetarian asado menu at Del Campo loving the eggplant.
D.C. to accept bids on megatransportation projects
The District is preparing to roll out solicitations for a pair of megaprojects that will change the way D.C. residents and suburbanites traverse the nation's capital.
Fatal cab driver shooting raises safety questions
Tuesday's fatal shooting of a District cab driver served as a wakeup call to D.C. officials who just adopted a new law requiring some safety improvements but not going as a far as the Taxi commission had sought.
Barry Manilow joins star lineup for July 4th in DC
Barry Manilow, stars from Broadway, 'American Idol' to perform on National Mall for July 4th
National Park Service to offer healthy food choices
The table has been set to offer healthy food choices, including locally-grown sustainable foods to visitors at the country's 75 national parks.
Protester interrupts Michelle Obama at fundraiser
Mrs. Obama threatens to leave fundraising event if protester doesn't stop interrupting her
Cronut, Doissant are hybrid pastries
Chocolate Crust, a D.C. bakery, now is making and selling its version of the croissant-doughnut hybrid.
Big noise of cicadas could lead to sonar system changes
WTOP's Brennan Haselton reports.
From jazz festivals to brewery tours: Locally-based gift ideas for Father's Day
Father's Day -- Sunday, June 16 -- is right around the corner. And if you are at a loss for gift ideas or plans, WTOP has a few suggestions for what you can do to show dad how much you care.
Living in Style: Shape up with Shapewear
If the image of Bridget Jones wrestling with her larger-than-life, tummy-sucking knickers pops into your head when you hear the word "shapewear," it's time to approach the subject with a more open mind.
Performers show off during MetroPerforms! auditions (Video)
A variety of musicians tried out to be the acts you see performing outside Metro stations.



