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Ex-WH aide's son charged with murder

The son of a former aide to President George W. Bush is charged with killing a man with a hatchet in Montgomery County. Full Story


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Top 10 beaches: Where's No. 1?

With the unofficial start of summer here, Dr. Beach is out with his annual top 10 list. At least one of your favorite beaches makes the cut. Full Story

Va. public hearing focuses on commutes

The Northern Virginia Transportation Authority will hold an open house and public hearing on how to best ease congestion for commuters. Full Story

Worker killed in mall lot collapse ID'd

Investigators work to determine what led to the collapse of a section of a parking garage at the Westfield Montgomery Mall in Bethesda. Full Story

Avoid tragedy on the water this weekend

If you plan to climb aboard a boat this Memorial Day weekend, keep in mind small mistakes can lead to big problems. Full Story

Lime-green ELF hybrid: What is that?

Most people stare at the little lime-green vehicle when they see it driving down the street. They want to know: What is that? Full Story

Va. woman awarded $1M Powerball prize

Christina Robinson, of Lorton, says that outside of a few office pools, she'd only played the lottery three times in her life. Third time's a charm Full Story

What rising home sales mean for the area

Sales of homes in the U.S. are at their highest level in 3 ½ years, and the D.C. area is experiencing the same surge. What can buyers expect? Full Story

Tips to fly around rising airline fees

Did you know airlines are more willing to waive fees if you buy tickets on their websites instead of a travel website? Learn more to save cash. Full Story

Friendly, Furry Co-pilot

A Philadelphia bicyclist has teamed up with a cat for tandem rides.

'Just Doesn't Like Us'

Snooki awkwardly meets "Jersey Shore" nemesis Chris Christie.

Takei's Take

"Sulu" weighs in on the actor filling his shoes in the new "Star Trek."

Can She Act?

She can sing, but can she act? Jewel takes on a famous role.

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