Federal officials: Airports authority ‘went off the tracks’
The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority has been criticized for cronyism and lavish spending.
BWI runway closing for two months
One of the two primary commercial runways at BWI Airport is closing next week for a reconstruction expected to take two months.
Public meeting to discuss 14th Street changes
The District Department of Transportation is hosting a meeting on Saturday to discuss work on the 1400 block of 14th Street NW.
Bridge lane closure could create delays
Eastbound New York Avenue will be down to just one lane between Florida Avenue and Penn Street from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday.
Manassas man charged after fatal crash on I-395
The driver of a car that crashed on I-395 early Thursday morning has been charged with manslaughter after one of the passengers died at the scene.
I-95 North traffic flowing smoothly again
An accident on I-95 North before the Springfield Interchange was blocking multiple lanes; the lanes reopened, but delays lingered for much of the morning. We’re keeping tabs on the morning rush hour, letting you know about any issues or delays that could slow your commute.
RT @DCPoliceDept: (2/2) All majors arteries and Bridges in the DC region are traveling at normal speed at this time./7066
RT @DCPoliceDept: (1/2) Traffic: There are no reported major traffic incidents, traffic signal outages or malfunctions at this time.
RT @dcairports: Friday: Eastbound Access Hwy/Toll Road to close around 2pm for approx. 30 min. for the 9/11 Motorcycle Ride. http://t.co/7UTD4I8w
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Photo Galleries
Reliving the War of 1812
Dozens of reenactors participated in the Battle of Bladensburg, which helped kick off observances of the War of 1812’s 200th anniversary.
Remembering World War II
A banner display of more than 1,945 photographs kicks off National Spirit of ’45 weekend, honoring those who served in World War II.
O’Malley signs bill for casino in Pr. George’s
The expanded gambling legislation, which also would allow table games at Maryland’s five other authorized slots sites, goes to voters in November after being approved by the General Assembly.
Principal is trying to make a difference
In Alexandria, new principal takes on challenges at Mount Vernon Community School.
Family grieving teen’s brutal murder
Prosecutors secured first-degree murder convictions for killing of 15-year-old.
Meltdown in Manassas Park
The small Virginia city undertook a massive project to rebuild, renovate and refurbish its public buildings. Then the housing bust hit.
A scary Tuesday at Reagan National Airport
A photographer was right off the runway on day of a close call involving three planes
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