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Saturday, March 12, 2011

Public Invited To Remember Last Doughboy

Army Cpl. Frank Buckles, died at the age of 110 in February. People who want to pay their respects to the last American veteran of World War I will be able to do in Washington, D.C.

Friday, March 11, 2011

Gay Marriage Bill Sent Back To Committee

In Maryland, a bill that would legalize same-sex marriage in the state is dead after delegates refused to vote on it Friday.

Top Stories With Washington Post Columnist Robert McCartney

"Morning Edition" host Matt McCleskey talks with Washington Post columnist Robert McCartney about the week's top stories, including ongoing allegations against the campaign of D.C. Mayor Vincent Gray and the mayor's decision to take the "interim" off Kaya Henderson's title as D.C. schools chancellor.

Earthquake In Japan Causes Tsunami In The Pacific

An 8.9 magnitude earthquake struck north of Tokyo, the largest Japanese earthquake in recorded history. It's caused massive fires throught the country, and problems at at least one nuclear power plant. Japan's chief cabinet secretary says the plant is not leaking radiation, but thousands of residents near the power plant are being evacuated.

Power Breakfast: 727 Million Barrels Of Oil In The Well

727 million barrels of oil in the well. 727 million barrels of oil. Take one down, pass it around - 726 million barrels of oil in the well...

WTU President: Fired Teachers Deserve More Than Back Pay, Jobs

The head of the Washington Teachers Union, Nathan Saunders, says the 75 teachers fired while they were on probation should not just be reinstated and given back, pay as an arbitrator recently ruled. He wants them to be able to get damages as well.

The Ins And Outs Of Stormwater Management

Stormwater management is a big job, especially in big counties, like Fairfax, in Virginia.

Catania Calls Council Draft Report On Gray Hiring A "Whitewash"

In the District, questions of nepotism, steep salaries, and questionable hires continue to hound Mayor Vincent Gray and his new administration. And sparks flew at a city council meeting looking at these issues and how the council should respond.

Muslim Community Says Hearings Structured Unfairly

Representative Peter King's Homeland Security hearings on radicalization are drawing intense reactions from some members of the Muslim community in the D.C. area. Some say these hearings overlook one, very important fact.

Alexandria Workers To Experience Gridlock

In Virginia, many commuters on I-395 are about to triple the time they spend on their daily commute.

'Art Beat' With Sean Rameswaram

Life in Palestinian refugee camps, paint in the DMV, and Baltimore's Wye Oak.

Thursday, March 10, 2011

Draft Report Released On Gray Administration's Hiring Practices

In the District, questions surrounding who got hired and for how much continue to dog Mayor Vincent Gray's administration. A council member released a preliminary report Thursday afternoon looking at the issue.

Muslim Americans React To 'Radicalization Hearings'

A House hearing Thursday called by New York Rep. Peter King is stirring an emotional debate about the radicalization of American Muslims.

UVA, UMD Researchers Unveil Nitrogen Calculator

The University of Maryland and the University of Virginia have come up with an online Nitrogen Footprint Calculator that estimates how much nitrogen a person is responsible for releasing into the environment.

Fire And Rescue Crews Prep For Heavy Rain

A flood warning that lasts throughout the day has Fire and Rescue crews on the alert preparing for possible flash floods and heavy rain.

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