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Legality of Trump’s $400M private funding for White House ballroom at issue
A federal judge weighing whether the project may proceed has focused on whether the administration can use private donations to bypass congressional approval.
Bar Complaint Filed Over Search of Washington Post Reporter’s Home
A press group says a prosecutor broke ethics rules by not flagging a law that limits searches for reporting materials.
March for Life attendees may have been exposed to measles, DC health officials say
Health officials in Washington, D.C., said Sunday that attendees of last month’s March for Life rally may have been exposed to measles, amid a nationwide outbreak of the disease. D.C. Health …
Platforms, Politics, and the Crisis of Democracy: Connective Action and the Rise of Illiberalism -
Platforms, Politics, and the Crisis of Democracy: Connective Action and the Rise of Illiberalism By W. Lance Bennett, University of Washington, and Steven Livingston, George Washington University Democratic backsliding, the slow erosion of institutions, processes, [...]
‘This is in jeopardy’: Whatcom County schools’ mental health funds are drying up
School districts across Washington have been sounding the alarm for years that state funding isn’t adequately covering public education.
Nearly half of WA business leaders are considering leaving the state, AWB says
The Association of Washington Business announced the survey, which reflects responses from more than 400 employers. Taxes were top of mind.
Carwash, vacant land, field crops: See 51 latest business, apartment, land sales ($100 to $3.5M)
See a list of property sales in Onondaga County other than residential homes.
NJ's new health commissioner praised as 'great leader for the time'
Raynard Washington, Gov. Mikie Sherrill's pick for state health commissioner, has led public health efforts in North Carolina and Philly.
RELEASE: Congressman Michael Cloud Introduces the SAFE Olympic Sports Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Michael Cloud (TX-27) introduced the Securing Actual Female Events in Olympic Sports Act (SAFE Olympic Sports Act). The introduction comes just after celebrating National Girls and Women in Sports Day and the opening ceremony of the Winter Olympics. The bill amends Title 36 of the U.S. Code to require national governing bodies […]
Explore where Winter Olympic sports are most accessible across the U.S.
See which winter sport facilities are near you and if any Winter Olympians come from your state.
‘Take the vaccine, please,’ a top US health official says in an appeal as measles cases rise
WASHINGTON (AP) — A leading U.S. health official on Sunday urged people to get inoculated against the measles at a time of outbreaks across several states and as the United States is at risk of losing…
Washington Post’s layoffs mark the end of ‘old-school’ sports journalism
The final blow to traditional sports journalism as we know it came on Wednesday, Feb. 4. The Washington Post eliminated its sports department as part of sweeping layoffs that cut more than 300 jobs between sports and international reporting. For years, the Post was deemed the “gold standard” of sports journalism coverage. Now, it’s gone.
Why Dr. Oz wants you to retire later
Mehmet Oz says Americans should get healthier so they can work an extra year and boost the economy. That’s hard for the poor and less educated, who tend to retire earlier.
Lindsey Vonn’s Olympic dream ends in violent downhill crash
Various broadcasts captured audio of Vonn crying, “Oh my God!” as a buoyant crowd grew essentially silent.
Killers without a cause: The rise in nihilistic violent extremism
Amid a burst of high-profile targeted violence, authorities have identified a new source of terror.
It's 2026 and you lack health insurance. Now what?
Millions of Americans are expected to lose coverage due to policy changes in Washington. Here are 5 ways to find low-cost care.
Washington Post owner Jeff Bezos gives first statement after layoffs
Washington Post owner Jeff Bezos has put out his first statement since the paper's cuts. He said "data tells us what is valuable and where to focus."
Washington Post union calls for Jeff Bezos to sell the paper
In a statement released Saturday following the ouster of Washington Post CEO Will Lewis, the Post's union called for Jeff Bezos to sell the paper.
Will Lewis couldn't fix the Washington Post. That's on Jeff Bezos.
The world's fourth-richest man promised to save the Washington Post. Time for him to step up and do it.
Inside The Inn at Little Washington’s geese parade
Three evenings a week, the farm manager at The Inn at Little Washington, known as “Farmer Andy,” leads a small procession in the alley along Patty O’s Cafe. A line of well-trained American Buff Geese march to the tune of Thewlis’ soprano saxophone.
Read the memos announcing resignation of Washington Post's Will Lewis
Washington Post publisher Will Lewis stepped down on Saturday after two years. Chief financial officer Jeff D'Onofrio will succeed him.
Washington Post CEO out days after sweeping layoffs
Will Lewis, the CEO of The Washington Post, announced his departure from the beleaguered paper on Saturday afternoon.
Multiple measles cases confirmed in DC. Check potential exposure sites and dates
DC Health said Saturday it has confirmed multiple cases of measles in the District. While officials did not specify exactly how many cases there are, they are the first to be confirmed in D.C. in 2026, according to the Johns Hopkins U.S. Measles Tracker. News4 has reached out to DC Health to ask how many cases were identified and is…
After loss of tax credits, Washington state sees a drop in health insurance coverage
The dip wasn’t as significant as state officials worried, but more people are likely to lose coverage in the coming months due to increased premiums.
DC health officials warn of possible measles exposure at events, transit sites
Health officials are investigating confirmed measles cases after people who were contagious visited multiple locations across Washington, D.C.
Lewis' 26 help Villanova down Georgetown 80-73
WASHINGTON (AP) Acaden Lewis' 26 points helped Villanova defeat Georgetown 80-73 on Saturday.
Republicans rarely criticize Trump in his second term. A racist post briefly changed that
President Donald Trump is facing rare criticism from his Republican Party over a racist video
Trump administration planning ‘Board of Peace’ meeting in DC on February 19
The Trump administration is planning a meeting of the “Board of Peace” on February 19 in Washington, DC, per a US official and a diplomat from a country that was invited.
Congressional Black Caucus chair says Trump's post on the Obamas shows a 'bigoted and racist regime'
The chair of the Congressional Black Caucus says the Trump administration has a chance to change after President Donald Trump posted a racist video depicting former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama as primates in the jungle
Big game betting ad surge prompts BBB warning on illegal sports betting in Washington
As sports betting ads ramp up ahead of this weekend’s big game, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) is warning Washington consumers to be cautious.
Opinion | Lincoln as you’ve never known him
Matthew Pinsker reveals how the 16th president carefully built a partisan base essential to his rise.
Has Commanders' Bobby Wagner made a decision on his future?
Commanders LB Bobby Wagner is the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year. But has he decided if he will play in 2026 yet?
Democratic governors disinvited from traditionally bipartisan White House gatherings
Every year, the nation’s governors convene in Washington, DC, for a friendly winter confab that includes a working meeting at the White House and a black-tie dinner hosted by the president.
Trump touts plan to build a 'triumphal arc' in Washington
It marks another proposed project in a series of changes Trump is making or seeking to make to leave his physical mark on the nation’s capital
Trump Signs Order Threatening Tariffs on Nations Doing Business With Iran
WASHINGTON, Feb 6 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Friday that may impose a 25% tariff on countries that do business with Iran. The order comes as tensions between Iran and U.S. continue to simmer even as the two countries engaged in talks this week.
Mary Mayhew fears Washington push to simplify policy could starve Florida's hospitals
The former AHCA Secretary says site neutral payments and cuts to charity drug programs will hurt some already struggling hospitals.
Opinion | The parents and coaches who have ruined youth sports
How to fix youth sports, the jobs market and the tax system, in readers’ eyes.
Goodbye from "Post Reports"
A heartfelt thanks to our listeners from "Post Reports" host Martine Powers, and the rest of the team who made this show happen.
Bondi dismisses concerns over Gabbard's role in FBI search of Georgia election hub
Attorney General Pam Bondi says she’s not worried about the involvement of Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard in an FBI search of a Georgia election office
Sonny Jurgensen, Hall of Fame quarterback and Washington sports icon, dies at age 91
Sonny Jurgensen's strong arm, keen wit and affable personality made him one of the most beloved figures in Washington football history.
Trump's aggressive tactics force a reckoning between local leaders and Washington
Local leaders across the U.S. describe an increasingly hostile relationship with Washington, driven by President Donald Trump’s immigration policies
This Olympic sport doesn’t include women. Now the men’s side is at risk.
Nordic combined has been part of every Winter Games program since 1924, but it’s facing existential questions stemming from participation numbers and gender equity.
Opinion | How sports are defying secularization
The Super Bowl shows how football and faith have become intertwined.
Nationals praise Washington Post sports reporters
The Washington Nationals gave a shoutout to Washington Post reporters, a day after the newspaper announced plans to shut down its sports department as part of company-wide cuts. “Journalists from T…
Failure to Alert Judge to Press Law for Reporter Search Draws Ethical Scrutiny
The Justice Department may have violated a candor rule by not disclosing a 1980 law when seeking a warrant for a Washington Post reporter’s home.
Lawsuit challenges DeSantis' authority to call special session for redistricting
A lawsuit claims Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis lacks the authority to call a special session to redraw congressional maps mid-decade
Myra MacPherson, Who Wrote Wrenchingly About Vietnam Vets, Dies at 91
A political reporter at The Washington Post, she also wrote “Long Time Passing,” about the Vietnam War’s social, political and psychological aftereffects.
Georgia politics roundup: Legislative session update, how 2026 midterm elections are shaping up
In Washington, resignations and retirements are leaving four Republican-held U.S. House seats in Georgia up for grabs this year. This all comes as local state lawmakers in Georgia are convening for the 2026 legislative session. On Thursday’s “Closer Look,” WABE politics reporter Rahul Bali returned to talk about the latest news from Georgia State Capitol.
2 WA music stars are getting in on the Super Bowl festivities
The Seahawks are not the only Washington emissaries dispatched to the roman numeraled event in the Bay Area.
A Homeland Security shutdown grows more likely as Republicans rebuff Democratic demands for ICE
Senate Majority Leader John Thune says Democrats’ demands for new restrictions on federal immigration officers are “unrealistic.”
NFIB Jobs Report: New Small Business Employment Index Shows Balanced Job Market
WASHINGTON, D.C. (Feb. 5, 2026) - NFIB’s January Jobs Report includes the launch of the new Small Business Employment Index, which measures the current state of the small business labor market. The new index integrates actual and planned changes in employment and employee compensation into a singula
New York advocates press for more funding for supportive housing in state budget
They pointed to instability coming out of Washington as well as the threat of potential cuts and eligibility changes as just part of what is fueling the need for more funding
New York advocates press for more funding for supportive housing in state budget
They pointed to instability coming out of Washington as well as the threat of potential cuts and eligibility changes as just part of what is fueling the need for more funding
Trump to launch TrumpRx.gov, branding his push to lower prescription prices
The president has argued his drug-pricing initiative ‘should win us the midterms.’ Experts say its impact could be positive but limited.
Politics Professor Speaks in the Great Hall at the Library of Congress
Brian Alexander, associate professor of politics at Washington and Lee University, participated in a moderated discussion at the John W. Kluge Center’s Member Dinner held Jan. 14 in the Great Hall …
Mamdani endorses Hochul for reelection as New York governor
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has endorsed Gov. Kathy Hochul for reelection, offering the moderate governor some progressive heft in her campaign for a second full term
‘Deep and profound sadness’: Washington Post sports reporter shares emotions after mass layoffs at the paper
Jesse Dougherty was among those who lost their job Wednesday as part of the mass layoffs that gutted the staff of the D.C.-area’s hometown newspaper The Washington Post. He shared the emotions upon hearing the news with WTOP’s Nick Iannnelli.
Review | A famous director, a talented cast and a ‘Dracula’ that is endlessly bad
Luc Besson is the latest filmmaker to take on a horror classic and lose his way in the dark.
When patients see the line between life and death, should we believe them?
Researchers have developed a model to explain the science of near-death experiences. Others have challenged it.
When patients see the line between life and death, should we believe them?
Researchers have developed a model to explain the science of near-death experiences. Others have challenged it.
Dorries' 21, Spadone's game-winner lead Bucknell over American
WASHINGTON (AP) — Amon Dorries scored 21 points to lead Bucknell and Achile Spadone knocked down the game-winning 3-pointer with one second remaining as the Bison took down American 60-59 on Wednesday.
Jesse Jackson Jr. pitches redemption in bid for old House seat years after campaign fraud conviction
Jesse Jackson Jr. has launched a spirited primary bid for his old U.S. House seat
New Jersey Democrats pick from crowded field in special election for Sherrill's US House seat
New Jersey Democratic voters are picking their party’s candidate to fill a U.S. House seat opened up by Mikie Sherrill’s gubernatorial victory
Yankees news: Beating projections seems viable for several Yanks
Yanks have several candidates to outperform projections; Cunningham could take major leap in 2026; Fernández picked up off of waivers; IKF to Boston; Washington Post sports gets axed.
Lewis' 22 lead Georgetown past Creighton 76-68
WASHINGTON (AP) KJ Lewis' 22 points helped Georgetown defeat Creighton 76-68 on Wednesday.
New York City Joins UN Health Network After Trump Withdrew US From WHO
By Kanishka Singh WASHINGTON, Feb 4 (Reuters) - The New York City Health Department on Wednesday said it has joined the World Health Organization's global outbreak response network following President Donald Trump's withdrawal of the U.S. from the U.N. health agency. WHY'S IMPORTANT Following ...
Hollywood and Washington converge as celebrities, lawmakers speak out on grievances
This last week has demonstrated, once again, that politics and pop culture are deeply intertwined.
Car washes see increase in business as drivers clean off winter road salt
As snow and ice continue to melt and road conditions improve across eastern North Carolina, drivers are being encouraged to check on their vehicles — especially
It’s Time to Pay Our Last Respects to The Washington Post
Democracy, the Post says, dies in darkness. Nowadays, newspapers are murdered in broad daylight.
Small Business Focus: The State of Black Entrepreneurial Enterprises
This article is written and sponsored by Arlington Economic Development. February is Black History Month, and this year the Small Business Coordinating Council will spotlight the State of Black Entrepreneurship with three dynamic speakers: Eric Alston and William Mitchell of WACIF, and Darin Cox, owner of The Peach Cobbler Factory in Washington, D.C. Over the
The Washington Post Eliminates Its Sports Department
The Post is laying off or reassigning all the reporters and editors in its sports section, days before the Super Bowl and the Winter Olympics in Italy.
Lockdown Mode prevented FBI from getting into reporter’s iPhone
After the FBI raided a Washington Post reporter’s home and seized multiple devices, Lockdown Mode prevented them from accessing her iPhone.
Seattle area businesses ready for big Super Bowl Sunday
Seattle-area bars and restaurants are expecting a significant business boost this Super Bowl weekend, even as Washington remains one of the most expensive states to host a home party for the game.
Supreme Court allows new California congressional districts that favor Democrats
The Supreme Court has allowed California to use a new voter-approved congressional map that is favorable to Democrats in this year’s elections, rejecting a last-ditch plea from state Republicans and the Trump administration
Washington Post eliminates sports department
The Washington Post is eliminating its sports department as part of a mass layoff of one-third of its staff across all departments, the news outlet announced Wednesday.
Washington Post Kills Sports Section Amid Mass Layoffs
Metro will see deep cuts, and the books section is gone, too.
The Murder of The Washington Post
Today’s layoffs are the latest attempt to kill what makes the paper special.
AP: Washington Post cuts sports department and reduces overseas journalists
The Washington Post eliminates sports section as part of wider layoffs
The Post's sports section was a longstanding foundation for sports fans in the D.C. region.
Opinion | How Trump can buy some global climate sanity for less than $2 million
The IPCC’s rigor keeps a lid on alarmism. The U.S. is needed to make sure that doesn’t change.
At 82, he’s as fit as a 20-year-old. His body holds clues to healthy aging.
Scientists are studying Juan López García, 82, a world-record-holding ultramarathoner, to learn how we can stay healthy as we age.
At 82, he’s as fit as a 20-year-old. His body holds clues to healthy aging.
Scientists are studying Juan López García, 82, a world-record-holding ultramarathoner, to learn how we can stay healthy as we age.
Trump plans to install Christopher Columbus statue outside White House
The president has worked to recognize the explorer, saying Italian-Americans should “remember” Trump’s efforts when they go vote.
Commanders make surprising choice in new NFL mock draft
The Commanders are betting big on potential in this new mock draft.
Capitals Report Card: Caps’ Winning Streak Snapped by Flyers
The Washington Capitals (28-23-7) were riding high on a three-game winning streak. Unfortunately, that ended with a 4-2 road loss […]
Ferguson says he can’t support WA income tax bill without changes
Gov. Bob Ferguson says he won't support a proposed millionaire's tax without changes to send more of the proceeds back to the pockets of Washingtonians.
IndyCar tabs Monumental Sports & Entertainment as marketing, hospitality agency for Freedom 250 GP
Monumental Sports & Entertainment has been signed to “serve as the official marketing, sponsorships and corporate hospitality sales agency” for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington D.C., according to the IndyCar Series. MSE owns the Washington Wizards NBA team, the Washington Mystics WNBA team, the Washington Capitals NHL team,...
Perspectives on Politics: Gendered Perceptions of Legislative Influence -
Gendered Perceptions of Legislative Influence By Jaclyn Kaslovsky, Washington University, Tabitha Koch, Rice University, and Michael P. Olson, Washington University Women legislators face a variety of gendered barriers both outside and inside the legislature. Yet, [...]
INDYCAR and Monumental Sports & Entertainment Announce Partnership to Fuel Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C.
/PRNewswire/ -- INDYCAR and Monumental Sports & Entertainment have teamed up to promote this summer's historic Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C. The...
INDYCAR and Monumental Sports & Entertainment Announce Partnership to Fuel Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C. (February 3, 2026) –INDYCAR and Monumental Sports & Entertainment have teamed up to promote this summer’s historic Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C. The event will be the first-ever motor race on the National Mall and city streets, taking place August 21-23 in celebration of America’s 250th birthday. Monumental Sports & Entertainment will
INDYCAR and Monumental Sports & Entertainment Announce Partnership to Fuel Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C. (February 3, 2026) –INDYCAR and Monumental Sports & Entertainment have teamed up to promote this summer’s historic Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C. The event will be the first-ever motor race on the National Mall and city streets, taking place August 21-23 in celebration of America’s 250th birthday. Monumental Sports & Entertainment will
Conservatives Boycott All Forms Of Entertainment
WASHINGTON—Decrying the un-American nature of any activity intended to provide amusement or the slightest bit of diversion, conservatives across the country announced an immediate boycott Tuesday of all forms of entertainment. “The insidious liberal bias in music, movies, literature, and television is just the tip of the iceberg,” said Nashville, TN, resident Drew Cardona, one […]
Democrats unveil WA income tax on people earning over $1 million
Washington state Democrats unveiled a bill to tax residents earning over $1 million annually. Gov. Bob Ferguson has already pledged to sign it — with a condition.
Column | Stop taking the elevator. Your life depends on it.
After a half-century asking us to exercise more, doctors and physiologists say we have been thinking about it the wrong way.
Column | Stop taking the elevator. Your life depends on it.
After a half-century asking us to exercise more, doctors and physiologists say we have been thinking about it the wrong way.
Patriots' star 'excited' for new Commanders OC David Blough
Christian Gonzalez is preparing for the Super Bowl, while his brother-in-law just landed a big promotion.
MAHA has reshaped health policy. Now it's working on environmental rules
WASHINGTON (AP) — On New Year's Eve, Lee Zeldin did something out of character for an Environmental Protection Agency leader who has been hacking away at regulations intended to protect Americans' air and water.
Football, politics and protest: This year's Super Bowl comes at a tinderbox moment in the US
The NFL faces pressure to take a stance against the Trump administration’s immigration policies ahead of the Super Bowl
Atrium Health reports influx of virus patients, urges vaccines and handwashing
Atrium Health warns people of spreading viruses in Georgia. Atrium Health has recently seen an influx of patients with several different viruses.
Amazon's Ring Wants to Wash Away Your Surveillance Concerns With Lost Puppies
Every technology has positives and negatives.