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Morning Roundup: Feb. 16
Maryland gay-marriage debate begins in undecided House; Johnson wants installment plan for his $100K fine; Huguely defense: Love died of suffocation; D.C. police to restore online crime map; Thomas whistle-blower among those vying for his Ward 5 seat; Funeral services today for Alexandria paramedic; Sentencing today for Ehrlich campaign manager.
PICKET: RNC spokesman says chances of brokered convention same as 'space alien attack'
Although there is much talk among political observers about the possibility of a brokered GOP convention in Tampa, Republican National Committee Communications Director Sean Spicer is not buying it.
MILLER: Next steps for D.C. gun rights
The D.C. City Council is working on legislation this month that could ease some of the gun restrictions in the nation’s capital. While my ultimate goal is to end D.C.'s firearms registration law, I understand the limitations of dealing with a liberal council. My hope is that my personal experience as documented in the “Emily Gets Her Gun” series will help make the current registration process easier for other residents.
Obama to speak at groundbreaking for new African American Smithsonian
President Obama will speak at the groundbreaking of the Smithsonian Institution's $500 million National Museum of African American History and Culture on Feb. 22, the White House announced Wednesday.
Sebelius says she didn't consult bishops over contraception rule
Secretary of Health and Human Services Kathleen Sebelius said Wednesday she didn't consult with Catholic bishops before revising a contraception mandate they've been fighting.
Motion filed to garnish Hernandez's wages with Astros
Ex-Washington Nationals pitcher Livan Hernandez's financial entanglements have followed him to the Houston Astros.
Coins beat bills for saving money
A new study says dropping the paper dollar in favor of a $1 coin would save the federal government $4.4 billion over the next three decades, chiefly because the coins wouldn't need to be replaced as often, reducing the cost per unit.
Bachmann: No time for dancing
Rep. Michele Bachmann, while admitting she loves the dance floor, has dispelled rumors she would be on the popular TV show "Dancing With the Stars" next season.
GOP Day among dozens filing for Thomas' council seat
Tim Day, a Republican who blew the whistle on D.C. council member Harry Thomas Jr.'s use of his nonprofit to steal funds from the city, has filed a petition to appear on the ballot in a special election to replace the disgraced legislator from Ward 5. Thomas resigned last month after pleading guilty to federal theft and tax fraud charges.
Jeremy Lin and the NBA's all-time Ivy Leaguers
Only a handful of players from the Hallowed Halls have made much impact in the league.
Morning Roundup: Feb. 15
Virginia House approves bill defining life as beginning at conception; Expert in Huguely trial: Love could have been alive for hours after attack; Group questions Casa de Maryland's nonprofit status; Lobbyists working hard to defeat Prince George's proposed bag tax; Maryland gay-marriage bill advances to House floor; Barry, Catania have shouting match; Metro to admit liability in Fort Totten crash.
Anatomy of a buzzer-beater: Sherrod Wright lifts Mason over VCU
Patriots upend Rams 62-61 to remain in a tie for first place in the CAA
PICKET: Megadeth frontman throws support to Santorum
Heavy metal music frontman Dave Mustaine of Megadeth was interviewed by the online magazine Music Radar and gave his views about the upcoming 2012 presidential election.
Maryland midfielder Jake Bernhardt out at least a month
Senior underwent shoulder surgery last week
Catholic bishops press for Democrats' unemployment insurance extension
While the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops has attacked President Obama's new mandate that religious institutions pay for their workers' contraception, the group also has pushed more quietly for a Democratic proposal to extend the unemployment insurance benefits.
Survey: Fewer Americans receive health coverage through job
The number of Americans obtaining health insurance through their employer continued to decline last year, with 44.6 percent taking advantage of employer-sponsored coverage.
Cupid-in-chief: 'Go big' for Valentine's Day
President Obama offered a love-inspired stimulus plan on Valentine's Day, telling men to splurge.
Game prep: Current Terps vs. Boston College
Looking ahead to Maryland's date with the Eagles on Thursday
Morning Roundup: Feb. 14
Huguely trial turns to Love autopsy report; Effort to recall Gray, Brown moves to signature gathering; Virginia House moves to define life as beginning at conception; Jury selection begins in Capitol Street mass shooting; Conservatives move in with Occupier at Freedon Plaza; Miller: Ethics panel reaches conclusion on Currie; D.C. school enrollment falls, charter rolls increase; O'Malley to testify on offshore wind measure.
