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States mull ending death penalty to save cash
It can cost millions to execute a murderer. Mostly because the death penalty doesn't come with a layaway plan.
Saving $5 million
A Redskins source just confirmed the club has chopped about $5 million off its salary cap by restructuring contracts.
Scoreless thru 2
John Lannan looked sharp, but the Nats lineup was in full 2008 form in squandering a bases-loaded, no-out rally.
Starting lineups!
It's baseball season again as the Nats prepare to face the Astros in the Grapefruit League opener.
Those wacky kids, what will they think of next?
Maryland fans living up to reputation with pregame shenanigans
Economy gives rise to repair shops
As consumers begin to hold on to their big-ticket purchases for longer periods, repair shops have begun reaping the benefits. And fixing things.
Report: Palin to pay Alaska for family trips
There was no wrongdoing. But money must be paid.
Eighth-grader becomes symbol of education stimulus
Ty'Sheoma Bethea has given us words to ponder.
What I would have Tweeted tonight
Blackberries banned from House chamber, I couldn't use Twitter, so here are my thoughts hours later.
Fantasy Rankings - First Basemen
You know how I told you not to worry too much about the catcher position? First base is a different story. Nine of the top 30 hitters in my league last year were first basemen, and having a star at this position can help to make up for deficiencies at other spots. But even with that said, don't fret too much if you don't get one of the eight to 10 difference makers. As long as you've got some studs elsewhere, there's a second tier of 10 or so first basemen who are a good bet to get the job done for you, as well as some solid third basemen with first base eligibility.
McCain slams Obama for allowing pet projects in stimulus
Defeated foe criticizes president for pork spending.