After-school program gets caught up in immigration politics

After-school program gets caught up in immigration politics

The District is asking applicants for citizenship information for the first time this year.

Uber is legal in Massachusetts

Bay State changes course, says car service is “currently not out of compliance ... and free to continue operating”

Panel will explore burying power lines

Panel will explore burying power lines

Mayor Gray says Pepco and D.C. should consider widespread burial as a “game-changer.”

DeMorning Links: Shots fired at Family Research Council

D.C. experiences a bizarre act of what appears to be politically motivated violence.

Fatal stabbing victim Amber Kent spoke of plans to end friendship with defendant

Fatal stabbing victim Amber Kent spoke of plans to end friendship with defendant

It’s not clear why Amber Lynette Kent, 28, no longer wanted to be friends with Cydrisse Alvin. But on June 4, Alvin knocked on Kent’s door armed with a steak knife.

On call for global emergencies

On call for global emergencies

Michelle Bernier-Toth’s State Dept. office responds to U.S. citizens’ global emergencies big and small.

Police: Shooting at conservative faith group in D.C. may have been politically motivated

Police: Shooting at conservative faith group in D.C. may have been politically motivated

Authorities closed the 800 block of G street NW. One person is in custody, police said.

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After-school program gets caught up in immigration politics

The District is asking applicants for citizenship information for the first time this year.

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District of DeBonis

Uber is legal in Massachusetts

Bay State changes course, says car service is “currently not out of compliance ... and free to continue operating”

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Panel will explore burying power lines

Mayor Gray says Pepco and D.C. should consider widespread burial as a “game-changer.”

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District of DeBonis

District of DeBonis

DeMorning Links: Shots fired at Family Research Council

D.C. experiences a bizarre act of what appears to be politically motivated violence.

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District of DeBonis

Uber runs afoul of Massachusetts

D.C. isn’t the only jurisdiction hassling the upscale car service.

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With questions on local music and Abraham Lincoln, it’s time for another Cultural Tourism DC quiz.

Are you a Washingtologist? Find out.

With questions on “The Muppet Show” and Dolley Madison, it’s time for another Cultural Tourism DC quiz.

Are you a Washingtologist? Find out.

With questions on Abraham Lincoln and the Girl Scouts, it’s time for another Cultural Tourism DC quiz.

Are you a Washingtologist? Find out.

With questions on Ben’s Chili Bowl and Watergate it’s time for another Cultural Tourism DC quiz.

Five favorite places

Charles Hicks: Insider’s guide to D.C.

Chuck Hicks of the DC Black History Celebration Committee shares a list of his favorite local attractions and events.

Kenneth B. Ellerbe: Insider’s guide to D.C.

Chief Kenneth B. Ellerbe of the Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department shares a list of his favorite local attractions and events.

Vernard R. Gray: Insider’s guide to D.C.

Vernard R. Gray of CA-FAM III, Inc. and East River Jazz shares a list of his favorite local attractions and events.

Andy Shallal: Insider’s guide to D.C.

Andy Shallal, founder of Busboys and Poets, shares a list of his favorite local attractions and events.

Insider’s guide to D.C.

Doris A.M. Thomas of Serenity Players shares a list of her favorite local attractions and events.

D.C. Animal Watch

These were among cases handled by the Washington Humane Society and the Washington Animal Rescue League.

D.C. community calendar, Aug. 16 to 23, 2012

Job-search help, film screenings, concerts and other events in the District.

D.C. Animal Watch

These were among cases handled by the Washington Humane Society and the Washington Animal Rescue League.

D.C. community calendar, Aug. 9 to 16, 2012

Book discussions, a pipe organ recital, concerts and other events in the District.

D.C. Animal Watch

These were among cases handled by the Washington Humane Society and the Washington Animal Rescue League.

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Local Columns

John Kelly

John Kelly

Washington Post readers donated $551,282 to Send a Kid to Camp, surpassing the fundraising goal.

Robert McCartney

Robert McCartney

COLUMN | Did political donations help drive Maryland’s expanded gambling law?

Petula Dvorak

Petula Dvorak

Politics and all things fried, fatty and fast have become intertwined to the point of absurdity. Let us eat our burgers and pizzas in peace.

Robert McCartney

Robert McCartney

Maryland fared badly in the war but still shows more interest than other states in its bicentennial.

Washington photo galleries

Our Washington

Post photographers are sharing their favorite area locations.

Seeking a chance to work

More than 2,000 people showed up to apply for more than 200 job openings in the District’s first Costco outlet, set to open in November.

Gay Africans share a bond at AIDS conference

For gay Africans, the XIX International AIDS Conference offered an opportunity to celebrate their sexuality openly.

District residents weigh in on Gray

As the mayor’s election campaign undergoes scrutiny, sentiments don’t necessarily unfold along racial lines.

D.C. area thunderstorms

Homes and businesses across D.C., Maryland and Virginia lost power on June 29.

D.C. church women lead effort for AIDS testing

With the AIDS rate among African American women soaring in parts of D.C., female black church members band together to help with outreach effort.

Occupy D.C. protesters try to block an eviction

About 50 protesters face off with an eviction squad hoping to carry out a foreclosure on a home.

Severe storms make mess of region

The region suffered damaging winds, an onslaught of rain and tornado warnings .

Rolling Thunder descends on Washington

Motorcyclists take part in the annual parade ahead of Memorial Day.

McDuffie wins in Ward 5

Voters went to the polls on Tuesday in a special election to fill the D.C. Council seat formerly held by Harry Thomas Jr.

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