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Elie Wiesel, Holocaust survivor and author, dead at 87
Elie Wiesel, 87, has died, Israel's Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial announced Saturday. Wiesel was just 15 when the Nazis came for him and his family and took them to Auschwitz. Many of his relatives died, but he survived -- and became a champion for human rights. Wiesel is best known for keeping alive the the memory of the Holocaust with his memoir "Night," based on his experience as a prisoner in Auschwitz and Buchenwald concentration camps.
- Governor: State House saved by ‘Ben Franklin’ lightning rod
- Md. officials: 31 people in state have Zika
- Woman slain, man shot in leg at motel near Laurel Park
- Photos: Celebrating Independence Day
- Western city bans ice cream at pools, parks
- First lady: All states easing licensing for military spouses
- Thieves steal 20,000 pounds of cheese in Wisconsin
- Transgender Naval Academy graduates share their stories
- In show of unity, DC mosque hosts Independence Day barbecue
- Audit finds flaws in background checks for Md. child care workers
- Beach traffic and weather
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Federal manager executive order cleared up
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Photos: Dogs hitch ride on Prince George’s Co. fire truck
The good news is everyone got home safely — but that’s not where the story ended.
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'A Capitol Fourth' brings star-studded lineup
Tom Bergeron hosts a Fourth of July concert including Smokey Robinson, Kenny Loggins and Gavin DeGraw.
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Va. judge bans 10-year-old ‘phenom’ from golf in custody battle
A judge has ordered a 10-year-old Loudoun County girl not to play tournament golf for one year as part of her parents’ custody dispute. The girl has won tournaments and been called a prodigy by golf professionals who have worked with her over the years.
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What to buy and not buy on Fourth of July weekend
You can get deals this weekend if you are looking for summer-themed items and winter coats. Seriously, winter coats.
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WTOP track work guide: 3rd surge July 5-12
Taking Metro to Reagan National Airport? Blue and Yellow line riders face delays in this next surge of track work.
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Alexandria decides to raze previously segregated apartments
Mayor Allison Silberberg called it "a hard decision to make," and it didn't happen without controversy, but the council voted to tear down and redevelop the Ramsey Apartments.
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Staycation: 15 DC hotels where the locals hang out
D.C.’s hotels aren’t just for tourists. Many offer a welcoming place for locals to drink, dine and relax. Here are some of the most popular hotel hangouts in the District.
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1 dead, 1 injured in car crash near Howard University
A two-car crash on Georgia Avenue in front of Howard University left one man dead and another man with serious injuries Saturday evening.
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Md. crash survivors urge more caution, courtesy from drivers
Katie Pohler, 25, of Glen Burnie, Maryland, has been on the road to recovery from a nearly fatal crash in 2014 that involved a drunken driver.
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Olympic Swim Trials Results
Friday At At CenturyLink Center Omaha, Neb. (All race distances in meters) Men 50 Freestyle Final 1, Nathan Adrian, Bremerton, Wash., 21.51 seconds. 2, Anthony Ervin, Valencia, Calif., 21.52. 3, Cullen Jones, Irvington, N.J., 21.75.…
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In show of unity, DC mosque hosts Independence Day barbecue
At a time of fear, uncertainty and distrust, everyone should know of the greatness of the United States — a melting pot of religions and cultures, a local mosque leader says.
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Photos: Dogs hitch ride on Prince George’s Co. fire truck
The good news is everyone got home safely — but that’s not where the story ended.
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Fireworks can trigger PTSD in veterans, group warns
“The flashing lights, the loud bangs and even the fire crackers can sound like gun fire, it can sound like bombs,” said Shawn Gourley, executive director of Military with PTSD.
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2016 Celebrity Deaths
Here’s a look at well-known people who died in 2016.
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Gov.: Md. State House saved by 208-year-old lightning rod
Gov. Larry Hogan says the Maryland State House was saved from a lightning strike “by a 208-year-old original Ben Franklin lightning rod.”
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Elie Wiesel, Holocaust survivor and author, dead at 87
Elie Wiesel has died at age 87. For more than a half-century, he voiced his passionate beliefs to world leaders, celebrities and general audiences in the name of victims of violence and oppression.
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Thieves at large, with 20,000 pounds of cheese, in Wisconsin
OAK CREEK, Wis. (AP) — It’s a caper of grand proportion in a state that loves its cheddar. Police in southeastern Wisconsin say 20,000 pounds of cheese has vanished. The cheese, produced by U.S. Foods,…
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Fourth of July holiday freebies
From outdoor concerts and patriotic parades to eating contests and spectacular fireworks, the Fourth of July is filled with activities in the D.C. area.
Freebies
Holiday Weekend Freebies
Burger, hot dog or chili dog eating contests are all on the menu this Fourth of July weekend. Find more free events near your area.
July 4th Guide
Fourth of July 2016
Fireworks aren't the only thing on the agenda this Fourth of July. From parades to festivals, here's a look at what you need to know this holiday weekend.
Tracking Metro 24/7
5 things to know about Metro, transit on July 4
Find out what's going on with Metro, MARC, VRE and buses on July 4.
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Clinton interviewed by the FBI about private email server
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UN Security Council condemns Dhaka attack
Sprawl and Crawl
Record jump in motor vehicle fatalities
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Icebergs land in DC at the National Building Museum
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Out with the spring crops, in with the garlic harvest
Garden Editor Mike McGrath offers tips on what to do with your spring crops and how to treat your cool-season lawn.
Sports
Broadcaster epitomizes hectic world of Minor League Baseball
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Feds: Hackers are getting smarter, more sophisticated
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