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Gay-rights activists drop opposition to Jones
Rivals for party chairmanship withdraw after Richmond mayor says his position “continues to evolves.”
McAuliffe’s defining moment
His fight for Medicaid expansion is a chance to create an impressive legacy in the early months of his term.
Rancorous motions offer preview of McDonnells’ defense
Former Va. governor and his wife expected to argue that actions for businessman were not “official.”
Va. mental-health advocates fear system flaws left to fester
The General Assembly enacted modest reforms but left broader improvements unaddressed.
Key legislation passed during Va. General Assembly session
Bills addressing education, ethics and mental health are among those that were approved by lawmakers.
Va. Medicaid debate echoes among residents
Some see the medical need and the suspicions of waste at closer range than state legislators.
Va. General Assembly adjourns without budget
Legislators passed ethics, mental health and school testing reforms on last day, but budget still in limbo.
‘No budget, no shave’: Va. budget stalemate breeds beards
Two Republican delegates put their razors where Va. budget talks are: in limbo.
Power struggle brewing among Virginia Democrats
Delegate unhappy with party leadership considering move to unseat party’s No. 2 in House.
McAuliffe tells Va. legislators he will call special session
Governor says there will be a break until March 24, but Medicaid will not be decoupled from budget talks.
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VIDEO: Prince William County honors first police officer killed in line of duty
Pete White, died in a car crash in 1973, is remembered for his dedication to police work and family.
Fairfax’s John Dowd, investigated Pete Rose in 1989, responds to Sports Illustrated push for Rose
The local lawyer still feels strongly that Rose should be kept out of baseball and Hall of Fame.
Chief Fairfax County spokeswoman Merni Fitzgerald steps down after 14 years
The longtime spokeswoman operated professionally and efficiently behind the scenes.
Ben’s Chili Bowl comes to Rosslyn, Bill Cosby gets first half-smoke
Large crowd greets opening of second Ben’s outpost, as Cosby jokes and then heckles others.
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Paul VI defeats DeMatha, 55-48
The Panthers bounce back from a tough loss with a victory over the Stags.
Shelley and Bill: A love story
On the eve of their first Valentine’s Day as a married couple, Shelley Belgard and Bill Ott tell the story of their unique romance that has spanned the decades.
Paul VI defeats DeMatha, 55-48
The Panthers bounce back from a tough loss with a victory over the Stags.
Ice hockey: Gonzaga blanks DeMatha, 6-0
The Eagles, led by a shutout from Senior goalie Nick Platais, remain undefeated as they beat the Stags, 6-0
Severna Park beats Meade, 55-43
The Falcons never trailed in their convincing victory over the Mustangs.
McLean upsets No. 6 South Lakes, 48-44
The Highlanders were led by Cami Prock and Jessica Monroe with 15 points each, defeating the Seahawks 48-44.
No. 20 Robinson defeats No. 14 Herndon, 82-67
The Rams ended the Hornets’ 10-game winning streak behind Matt Fall’s 21 points.
A worthy opponent: A history of the Georgetown-Syracuse rivalry
Over the past 33 years, Georgetown and Syracuse have been one of the most contentious rivalries in college basketball. Former players, coaches, journalists and alumni recall the history of the rivalry.
When Walter Barrera chose ultra long-distance running over crack cocaine, he was able to slowly start putting his life back together.
No. 1 Paul VI beats No. 2 St. John’s, 71-51
The Panthers take down the Cadets in an early season contest of the top ranked teams in the WCAC.
On May 26, 1988, 59 fifth graders from Seat Pleasant Elementary School in Seat Pleasant, Md., were offered scholarships to college if they completed high school. Now, 23 years later, the students reflect on the opportunity they were given and where it has taken their lives.
Ready to run: Dupont High Heel Race
Men dressed in drag donned stilettos and wedges to race down 17th Street NW during the 25th annual Dupont High Heel Race. (Oct. 25)
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial unveiled
The Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial is revealed to members of the press before opening to the public. The design is derived from part of King's famous "I have a dream" speech when he said, "With this faith, we will be able to hew out of the mountain of despair a stone of hope." The memorial sits by the tidal basin between the Jefferson and Lincoln memorials.
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A furniture display matched a page in The Washington Post Magazine in this puzzle from the 2011 Post Hunt.
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