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Stormy Saturday Ahead for D. C. Area

June 28, 2026

The day ahead in the Washington region will be cloudy and humid, with a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Most rain is expected in the afternoon, but some clouds may linger into the evening. Heat will stay warm, with highs between 78°F and 84°F; humidity will make it feel sticky. Local w

politics

Washington D. C. and Alaska: Two Places Fighting the Same Battle

June 28, 2026

Washington D. C. is gearing up for America’s 250th birthday with a big event on the National Mall. The party will feature ice sculptures, fresh seafood, and Native Alaskan art. But while Alaskans celebrate, a different group of Alaskans is patrolling D. C. streets—not as visitors, but as soldiers un

opinion

Trump and the History Lesson of Roman Emperors

June 28, 2026

Some people try to compare modern leaders to past dictators. This often oversimplifies history. A stronger comparison can be made to Roman Emperors, who ruled with flashy power and personal projects. Recent events in Washington resemble ancient Rome more than anyone wants to admit. A temporary aren

finance

What the latest Supreme Court decision might mean for the Fed under Warsh

June 28, 2026

A surprise legal fight about whether a Fed governor can be fired is landing right as Kevin Warsh starts his first months at the top of the U. S. central bank. The Supreme Court could rule any day now on whether President Trump had the power to push out Lisa Cook last summer over something she wrote

sports

Big-time recruit chooses Alabama over rivals for big reasons

June 28, 2026

Osani Gayles, a four-star wide receiver from California, just picked Alabama over Washington, Tennessee, and Stanford. Why? He believes Tuscaloosa is the best place for his future. Ranked 52nd by Rivals, he didn’t just jump at the first offer. He made four trips to campus, watched a game, and talked

politics

When U. S. schools lose federal civil rights watchdogs

June 28, 2026

Schools across America used to have a safety net: a federal office that stepped in when students faced discrimination. That net is shrinking fast. The Trump administration has pulled back the federal civil rights team, leaving states to pick up the slack. But not all states can—or want to—fill the g

sports

Why a College Football Video Game Rated Oregon’s Star Cornerback So Low

June 28, 2026

Brandon Finney Jr. shut down some of the toughest receivers in college football last season. The Oregon Ducks freshman faced 50 passes from top-notch wideouts at Indiana, USC, Washington, and Penn State. He gave up only 20 catches and allowed just one touchdown. That’s elite play for a true freshman

politics

Israel’s Military Needs a Smarter Play, Not Just More Firepower

June 27, 2026

A few years ago, Israel’s wars followed a clear pattern: quick strikes, clear objectives, and decisive wins. Then came the shift. Today, Israel faces three active borders with enemies that keep bouncing back, even after heavy losses. In Lebanon, a ceasefire now feels like a surrender—Hezbollah walke

finance

Tax Rules for Fuels You Make Yourself in Washington

June 27, 2026

Washington has updated how it handles taxes on fuels businesses produce themselves instead of buying ready-made. The state’s Department of Revenue now lists which fuels fall under this rule, like gases from refineries, leftover coke from factories, hydrogen, and even regular diesel or biodiesel made

crime

Trump heads back to the scene of a close call

June 27, 2026

The former president is returning to the Washington Hilton for an event this week, more than two months after an armed man tried to force his way into a high-profile dinner held there. The incident cut short his planned speech at the April gathering where reporters and officials usually mix. That ni