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D.C. Elections Board Predicts Marijuana Initiative Will Help Fuel High Turnout
The director of the D.C. Board of Elections says that a marijuana legalization initiative and competitive mayor's race could fuel high turnout on Nov. 4. -
Warner, Gillespie Trade Punches In Final Week Of Race
Republican challenger Ed Gillespie has attempted to paint incumbent Sen. Mark Warner as walking in lock step with President Barack Obama, but observers don't think it will be enough to pull down the former governor. -
Most D.C. Voters Back Pot Legalization, Say Redskins Name Is Disparaging
A majority of D.C. voters say they will vote for a ballot initiative that would legalize the possession of marijuana, and believe the name of Washington's football team is disparaging to Native Americans. -
A Cosmetic Issue? In MoCo, A Battle Over Lawn-Care Pesticides
The word "cosmetic" can be both an adjective and a noun. The differences between those uses is fueling the fight over a bill in Montgomery County regarding pesticides. -
Russian Engines Could Be Focus Of Antares Launch Failure Probe
NK-33 engines, originally destined for a Soviet-era moon shot that never got off the ground and later used in the Antares, are suspect, some scientists say. -
Digital Dispatch System Proposed For Montgomery County Cabs
The Montgomery County Council is considering new regulations that would put traditional cabs on a "digital dispatch" system, despite claims from companies themselves that it is unregulated ridesharing that is the issue.