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Commentary: Finding Funding for Mass Transit

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‘Resist: A Revolutionary Cabaret’ in Alexandria

Singer Roz White to perform at MetroStage in Alexandria.

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Wreath-Laying at Mount Vernon Estate

Crowds throng to George and Martha Washington’s tomb for ceremony.

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Experiencing the Olympics in Mount Vernon

Aldersgate Day School holds own Winter Olympics.

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Fairfax County Police Launch Body Worn Camera Pilot Program

Training and rollout began Feb. 19 in Mount Vernon, Mason, and Reston districts.

Commentary: Negotiating a State Budget

Virginia Senate Might Torpedo Medicaid Expansion

Democrats still need to flip one more GOP senator to make it happen.

Usually it’s the state Senate that leads on progressive issues, and the House of Delegates kind of drags its feet. Not this year.

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Gun Debate on Lockdown in Virginia

Democrats unable to gain traction on reform, despite new numbers in House.

When lawmakers arrived in Richmond last month, Democrats were hopeful that they would be able to use their new numbers to gain some traction on the gun debate. Now that the session is half over and the nation is reeling from yet another mass shooting, very little of their agenda has been accomplished at the Capitol.

Commentary: Working on Strategy To Fund Metro

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Northern Virginia’s Report Card Unveiled

“Shape of the Region” Conference reviews area’s Opportunity Index and gathers leaders to discuss successes and challenges.

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Diving into Black History with Books

Local educators suggest books to read in celebration of African American History Month.

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Candlelight Vigil for Florida Shooting Victims

Protesters at NRA headquarters decry killings, demand lawmakers pass laws to stem gun violence.