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Virginia boat owner joins class-action suit against DC Water over Potomac Interceptor sewage spill
A Great Falls, Virginia, boat owner is suing DC Water, accusing it of failing to put in proper preventative measures prior to the Potomac River sewage spill.
Source: Washington Times
NASA satellite falling back to Earth Tuesday after nearly 14 years in space
A 1,300-pound NASA spacecraft is expected to fall back to Earth on Tuesday evening, but officials say there is little reason for concern.
Source: Washington Times
Nearly 9 in 10 college presidents say Trump's policies are hurting higher education, survey shows
Nearly 9 in 10 college presidents say President Trump's belt-tightening policies have harmed campus finances and diversity, according to an annual survey released Tuesday.
Source: Washington Times
Lawyer who aided DC Solar Ponzi scheme gets more than 11 years in prison
A California attorney who helped lend legal cover to a billion-dollar solar energy fraud was sentenced Monday to more than 11 years in federal prison for his role in what prosecutors called the…
Source: Washington Times
Critics rave about Ryan Gosling's 'Project Hail Mary' ahead of March 20 release
Ryan Gosling's highly anticipated space epic "Project Hail Mary" is drawing widespread critical acclaim ahead of its March 20 theatrical debut, with reviewers calling it one of the best films of the…
Source: Washington Times
Raw oyster norovirus outbreak prompts recalls in U.S. and Canada
Health officials in Washington state and federal regulators are warning consumers to avoid certain raw oysters tied to a norovirus outbreak that has sickened people in Washington and prompted recalls…
Source: Washington Times
'Your time is up': Witness tries to silence Sen. John Kennedy
Sen. John Kennedy has made a career out of embarrassing witnesses in congressional hearings, but he met his match Tuesday with Cato Institute scholar David Bier, who came ready for combat.
Source: Washington Times
Erika Kirk tapped as Air Force Board of Visitors member to replace her late husband Charlie Kirk
President Trump has appointed Erika Kirk, the widow of conservative Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk, to serve on the Air Force's Board of Visitors.
Source: Washington Times
Hawks wanted to celebrate Atlanta's 'iconic' strip club. The NBA had other ideas.
The Atlanta Hawks wanted to celebrate one of the city's most storied -- and controversial -- institutions. The NBA said no.
Source: Washington Times
Iran war puts Trump's economic record on the line as gas prices spike
Less than two weeks ago, President Trump stood before Congress and boasted about cheap gas. Now, with U.S. and Israeli forces locked in an active military campaign against Iran, that talking point is…
Source: Washington Times
Early release sought by D.C. cop killer angers police union
The D.C. Police Union is opposing the potential release of a man who ambushed and killed Metropolitan Police Officer Brian T. Gibson in 1997, as the murderer seeks sentencing relief under a law…
Source: Washington Times
Pope accepts resignation of U.S. bishop who was arrested for alleged financial crimes
Pope Leo XIV has accepted the resignation of the Chaldean Catholic bishop of San Diego, California, a decision announced Tuesday by the Vatican after the bishop was arrested on embezzlement and money…
Source: Washington Times
DOJ official Ed Martin hit with ethics probe
Former interim U.S. Attorney for D.C. Ed Martin is accused of misconduct by ethics investigators in Washington due to a letter he sent to Georgetown Law that raised questions about its DEI programs.
Source: Washington Times
Florida woman arrested after opening fire on Rihanna's Los Angeles home
A Florida woman was arrested Sunday after allegedly firing more than a dozen rounds at Rihanna's Beverly Crest home in Los Angeles while the pop star was inside, police said.
Source: Washington Times
Family of Georgia teacher who died in student prank wants charges dropped
The family of a Georgia teacher who died after falling into the road during a student prank gone wrong wants the charges against the students dropped.
Source: Washington Times
National Park Service issues quicksand warning at the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area
The National Park Service has issued a warning for visitors to beware of quicksand at the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area at the Utah-Arizona border, multiple news outlets report.
Source: Washington Times
Tommy DeCarlo, who rose from Boston superfan to lead vocalist, dies at 60
Tommy DeCarlo, the self-described Boston superfan who became the legendary rock band's lead singer after a chance discovery on MySpace, died Monday after a battle with brain cancer.
Source: Washington Times
New Mexico Sen. Heinrich bucks Schumer, endorses Platner in Maine Senate race
Sen. Martin Heinrich of New Mexico endorsed Graham Platner on Tuesday in Maine's Democratic Senate primary -- the latest sign of a growing push inside the party against Senate Minority Leader Chuck…
Source: Washington Times
Alexander brothers convicted of sex trafficking on all counts, face possible life in prison
Three brothers -- two of them once among the country's most prominent luxury real estate brokers -- were convicted Monday of sex trafficking on all counts following a five-week trial in Manhattan…
Source: Washington Times
Parents are pushing back against excessive screen time use in schools
Parents across the country are calling for less screen time for children in elementary schools, where devices like iPads and Chromebooks are often being used for entertainment rather than education,…
Source: Washington Times
