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Monday, August 15, 2011

Moran Supports History Of Immigration By Co-Sponsoring National Museum Of The American People

Rep. Jim Moran (D-Va.) wants to build a museum on the National Mall, to commemorate the immigrants who have helped make our nation what it is today.

Gov. Bob McDonnell To Succeed Perry As Head Republican Governors Association

With Texas Gov. Rick Perry now in the Republican presidential field, Virginia's Gov. Bob McDonnell takes over for Perry as head of the Republican Governors Association.

Flooding Suspends Metro Service On Blue And Orange Lines

Overnight flooding in the Potomac Yards area of Alexandria has temporarily shut down Metro service on the Blue and Orange Lines. As of early this morning, trains between Reagan National and Braddock Road are completely out of operation.

Fairfax Tax Exemptions Questioned

In Virginia, officials in Fairfax County have launched an investigation to find out why some properties in Mount Vernon are not assessed property taxes. The effort stems from an expansion of Mount Vernon Inova Hospital.

Consider This By Fred Fiske: English

One of the first things my grandparents did when they arrived in the United States toward the end of the 19th century, was to enroll in an Americanization school, where they were taught American history and especially, to read and write in English.

Sunday, August 14, 2011

D.C. Asking Residents Wanted For Nonviolent Felonies To Voluntarily Surrender

Officials in District are encouraging residents wanted for nonviolent felonies to voluntarily surrender this weekend.

Man Convicted Of Killing Elderly Williamsburg Woman Faces Death Penalty

Gov. Bob McDonnell (R-Va.) says he won't stop next week's execution of a man convicted of assaulting and killing an elderly Williamsburg woman.

Participants Showed Support For Women's Rights In D.C.'s Inaugural Slutwalk

Women from across the region joined together in what’s termed a Slutwalk in order to raise awareness about women’s rights.

Saturday, August 13, 2011

Another Weekend Of Track Work Means More Delays On Metro

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Wildfire In Virginia's Great Dismal Swamp May Be Largest In History

A wildfire in Virginia's Great Dismal Swamp National Refuge has burned nearly 5,600 acres and firefighters are working to strengthen fire lines to contain it.

Former Del. Phil Hamilton Sentenced to 9.5 Years In Federal Prison

Former Virginia Delegate Phil Hamilton has been sentenced to 9.5 years in federal prison for his role in securing a job at Old Dominion University.

Fairfax County Police Creates Task Force For 'Butt Slasher'

Fairfax County Police have stepped up their efforts to find the so-called "butt slasher." The department has set up a special task force to track the culprit down.

Friday, August 12, 2011

Members Of Asian Gang Arrested In Virginia For Rigging Electronic Gambling Machines

The Northern Virginia Task Force says it has confiscated a million dollars in cash and $200,000 in video electronics that were illegally rigged as gambling machines. Authorities with the anti-gang units say a violent Asian gang ran the operation.

Dead Zone In Chesapeake Bay Is One Of The Worst Ever

Scientists say a massive 1,200 square mile dead zone growing in the Chesapeake Bay may be one of the Bay's five worst ever.

Q&A With Rep. Chris Van Hollen About His Role On The Super Committee

When the 12 lawmakers named this week to the debt reduction super committee return from their August break, they'll have their work cut out for them. The group has until Nov. 23 to propose $1.5 trillion in savings over the coming decade. Democrat Chris Van Hollen of the Maryland is the only member of the super committee from our region. He joins us now to talk about his role.

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