Mistaken Homicide Suspect Alleges Excessive Force By DC Police
A New York City man who was in Washington for a conference of community activists says D.C. police officers used excessive force after mistaking him for a homicide suspect.
Smithsonian To Create Its 1st Human Genome Exhibit
The Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History is developing its first major exhibit on the human genome with a $3 million pledge announced Monday from a biotechnology company.
Thomas Gore, Aide To DC Mayor Vincent Gray, Charged With Straw Donations
An assistant treasurer for District of Columbia Mayor Vincent Gray’s 2010 campaign was charged Monday with making straw donations to another mayoral candidate and destroying evidence, the first charges in a more than yearlong federal probe that has dogged the mayor since he took office.
Southbound Lanes Of 3rd Street Tunnel Reopened After School Bus Fire
Authorities say a school bus caught fire while being towed in the 3rd Street Tunnel in southwest Washington, but there have been no reports of injuries.
Smithsonian To Create Its 1st Human Genome Exhibit
The Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History is developing its first major exhibit on the human genome with a $3 million pledge from the philanthropic foundation of Life Technologies Corp.
French Prosecutor Opens Probe Into Alleged Rape In DC Hotel By Strauss-Kahn
A French prosecutor on Monday opened a preliminary investigation into allegations of rape in a Washington hotel by former IMF chief and one-time French presidential hopeful Dominique Strauss-Kahn.
PBS To Broadcast Honors For Bacharach And David
A tribute concert honoring songwriters Burt Bacharach and Hal David, who wrote such unforgettable tunes as “Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head” and “That’s What Friends are For,” will be broadcast nationally on PBS.
Donnie Bookhardt And Crystal Huggins Sentenced In D.C. Robberies
Donnie Bookhardt and Crystal Huggins have been sentenced in two robberies in the District involving men the suspects knew.
D.C. Officials Trying To Make Homes Healthier
Officials in the nation’s capital are evaluating homes with children who have been hospitalized with asthma and others with at-risk children or pregnant women to help eliminate environmental health threats.
Museums In D.C. Participating In ‘Art Museum Day’
Museums around the country, including some in Washington, are participating in Art Museum Day with free or reduced admission and special programs.
Photo Galleries
Gallery: Candy Chang-Style “Before I Die” Chalkboard Pops Up In D.C.
People are flocking to a local piece of art showcased on a street in D.C. to contribute to it with chalk, what they would like to do before they die. The public chalkboard is based off of a project started by nationally recognized artist, Candy Chang. See what people have written in this “Before I Die” gallery.
Photo Gallery: Ex-DC Teacher On FBI’s Top 10 List
Recent photos of the man accused of producing child pornography while teaching at a private elementary school in D.C. and has been added to the FBI’s “Ten Most Wanted Fugitives” list, replacing the spot formerly held by Osama Bin Laden. Keep an eye out for his various looks…
Photo Gallery: Howard Theater Ribbon Cutting
The ribbon has been cut marking the return of the restored theater in northwest Washington that helped launch the careers of Ella Fitzgerald and Marvin Gaye.
House Ablaze In Washington, D.C.
Four people have been pulled from a burning home in Northwest, with two treated at the scene and 2 others urgently transported to a local hospital.
New Duke Ellington Statue Outside Historic Howard Theatre
The spirit of DC native and music icon Duke Ellington is alive and well in a massive statue that’s being installed this morning outside the Howard Theater.
“iPad 3″ Release Brings Out Hordes In Georgetown
Hordes of people anxiously await the 8 a.m. “iPad 3″ release outside the Apple store in Georgetown. Many arrived early this morning in hopes to get the first look and ensure they walk away with product in hand.
