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Burning through records
Dulles reached 105, the highest recorded, and BWI hit 106, the second-hottest all time.
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Heat wave deja vu
Long-range forecast models predicts a big heat wave repeat this time next week.
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Your extreme heat guide
Learn how to cope, find cooling centers.
Thomas to repay $300,000
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D.C. Council member Harry Thomas Jr. will settle a lawsuit alleging he diverted city funds meant to help youths for his personal use.
Safety issues at D.C. farmers markets
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Tests of raw chicken sold at two farmers’ markets in the District found salmonella and campylobacter.
No new panda cub for National Zoo
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Mei Xiang, the National Zoo’s female giant panda, will not give birth to a cub this year.
Judge orders more psychiatric tests for carjacking suspect
The Md. man is accused of carjacking a woman who escaped by jumping onto the beltway with her baby.
Leesburg’s new theater opens
Behind the Wegman’s on Route 7, cinemaphiles will get not only fancy food and drinks but D-Box seats that move with the movie. If you’re into that.
Prayer and politics meet
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The United Methodist Building is bustling with talk of the debt ceiling, Social Security and Scripture.
O’Malley backs same-sex marriage bill
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Maryland Gov. Martin O’Malley said a good deal of work must still be done to pass a bill legalizing gay unions.
- Debt critic Radtke has some of her own
- Baker sacks Pr. George’s health chief
- ACLU asks McDonnell to drop ‘invasive’ questions for judicial applicants
- Revenues up, jobs down in Maryland
- BW Parkway lanes closing this weekend
- Illegal immigrant journalist loses driver’s license
- FAA furloughs would affect 1,000
In earnest remembrance
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Dignitaries and history buffs gather at the Bull Run battlefield to honor service and sacrifice.
Federal unions campaign against cuts
Federal unions, fearing members will pay more than their fair share to fix the national problems, are fighting back.
Local Blogs & Columns
Lifestyle & Entertainment
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A beautiful solution
Gorgeous rain gardens also protect the environment by reducing stormwater runoff.
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Water, water everywhere
Six excursions worth diving into, from crab-boat tours on the Potomac to canine cruises.
![Best events this summer](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20110722233628im_/http://www.washingtonpost.com/rf/image_172x114/2010-2019/WashingtonPost/2011/04/01/RealEstate/Images/PHO-09Oct13-182222.jpg)
Best events this summer
Civil War reenactments, top-flight tennis, county fairs, compelling theater and college football.
Your summer fun photos
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It’s sooo hot! Show us how you’re beating the heat, while still enjoying the summer sun.
Monday: Dr. Gridlock
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Post reporter Robert Thomson will take all your questions about Metro, traffic throughout the region and other transportation issues.
Photo Galleries
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Vive la baguette!
In honor of France’s Bastille Day, Paul Bakery held a Baguette Relay Race around the U.S. Navy Memorial.
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Paying tribute to African American Civil War soldiers
19 black reenactors in S.C. keep the story of black soldiers alive.
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Work revives D.C. man’s hope
Finding solid employment revives a man’s hope and creates opportunities.
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Transitioning into the professional world
The Sara Start Fund awards grants to foster children for internships.
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Rep. Donna Edwards talks economy with constituents
The Maryland Democrat speaks about debt-ceiling negotiations.
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Video: Mall Rats: Ashley Baker
Ashley Baker spends her weekday afternoons "field sitting" so that she and her co-workers in the House Softball League can play ball on the Mall.!['Top Chef' vet packs knives for DC 'Top Chef' vet packs knives for DC](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20110722233628im_/http://www.washingtonpost.com/rf/image_90x60/2010-2019/WashingtonPost/2011/07/19/Food/Videos/07192011-66v/07192011-66v.jpg)
'Top Chef' vet packs knives for DC
Chef Mike Isabella takes Kaylee Hartung discusses his new Italian-inspired eatery, Graffiato. The "Top Chef All-Stars" finalist says that D.C. may be the fastest growing culinary city in America. (July 19)![Gray campaign money orders raise questions Gray campaign money orders raise questions](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20110722233628im_/http://www.washingtonpost.com/rf/image_90x60/2010-2019/WashingtonPost/2011/06/17/National-Politics/Images/ME-GRAY5b.jpg)
Gray campaign money orders raise questions
The Washington Post's Anqoinette Crosby sits down with reporter Nikita Stewart to discuss the latest controversy facing D.C. Mayor Vincent Gray.![Tour bus from Washington, D.C. crashes in New York Tour bus from Washington, D.C. crashes in New York](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20110722233628im_/http://www.washingtonpost.com/rf/image_90x60/2010-2019/WashingtonPost/2011/07/18/National-Enterprise/Videos/07182011-20v/07182011-20v.jpg)
Tour bus from Washington, D.C. crashes in New York
New York state police say a tour bus heading from Washington, D.C., to Niagara Falls crashed in a wooded median in western New York, killing two people and injuring 35. (July 18)![Obama family walks to church from White House Obama family walks to church from White House](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20110722233628im_/http://www.washingtonpost.com/rf/image_90x60/2010-2019/WashingtonPost/2011/07/17/National-Politics/Videos/07172011-7v/07172011-7v.jpg)
Obama family walks to church from White House
The first family walked from the White House to attend services at St. John's Church Sunday morning. (July 17)![The city's sauce The city's sauce](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20110722233628im_/http://www.washingtonpost.com/rf/image_90x60/2010-2019/WashingtonPost/2011/07/16/Local-Enterprise/Videos/07162011-11v/07162011-11v.jpg)
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Final 'Harry Potter' premieres in Georgetown
Matthew Lewis, who plays Neville Longbottom in the "Harry Potter" movie series, attends the premiere of "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows-Part 2" in Georgetown. (July 14)![Post Sports Live, July 12 Post Sports Live, July 12](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20110722233628im_/http://www.washingtonpost.com/rf/image_90x60/2010-2019/WashingtonPost/2011/07/12/Sports/Videos/07122011-38v/07122011-38v.jpg)
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'Potter' cast bids bittersweet farewell in New York
The stars of "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2" walk the red carpet for the film's U.S. premiere in New York. (July 11)![A look at Metro's new Foggy Bottom escalator A look at Metro's new Foggy Bottom escalator](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20110722233628im_/http://www.washingtonpost.com/rf/image_90x60/2010-2019/WashingtonPost/2011/07/11/Local/Videos/07112011-49v/07112011-49v.jpg)
A look at Metro's new Foggy Bottom escalator
The new escalator, on the far left, is part of a larger plan to repair and rehab 140 escalators in the Metro system at a cost of roughly $150 million over the next five to six years.![Phoenix light rail a preview of Purple Line Phoenix light rail a preview of Purple Line](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20110722233628im_/http://www.washingtonpost.com/rf/image_90x60/2010-2019/WashingtonPost/2011/06/25/Development-Transportation/Videos/06122011-16v/06122011-16v.jpg)
Phoenix light rail a preview of Purple Line
The Phoenix area's 2-year-old light rail system gives Washington-area residents a feel for how a proposed 16-mile Purple Line would operate, look and sound in the Maryland suburbs. A Purple Line would run light rail trains between Bethesda and New Carollton, with about 20 stations in North Chevy Chase, Silver Spring, Langley Park, College Park and Riverdale.![Former first lady Betty Ford dies at 93 Former first lady Betty Ford dies at 93](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20110722233628im_/http://www.washingtonpost.com/rf/image_90x60/2010-2019/WashingtonPost/2011/07/09/Obituaries/Videos/07082011-85v/07082011-85v.jpg)
Former first lady Betty Ford dies at 93
Betty Ford, wife of former President Gerald Ford and the founder of the Betty Ford Center for substance abuse and addiction, has died at age 93. (July 8)![Assateague 'Pony Patrol' wrangle rebellious horses Assateague 'Pony Patrol' wrangle rebellious horses](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20110722233628im_/http://www.washingtonpost.com/rf/image_90x60/2010-2019/WashingtonPost/2011/07/08/Local/Videos/07082011-61v/07082011-61v.jpg)
Assateague 'Pony Patrol' wrangle rebellious horses
Volunteer Phil Gregoli works on Assateague's 'Pony Patrol,' which helps keep wild horses safe on the island. Gregoli patrols roads and campgrounds, keeping visitors a safe distance from the horses and shooing the animals from busier roads.![The Shuttle Program: A visual timeline The Shuttle Program: A visual timeline](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20110722233628im_/http://www.washingtonpost.com/rf/image_90x60/2010-2019/WashingtonPost/2011/07/07/National-Enterprise/Advance/Images/Space_Shuttle_Memorable_Moments_09ba5.jpg)
The Shuttle Program: A visual timeline
VIDEO | This animated graphic some of the significant events of the shuttle program.![Clemens arrives at trial Clemens arrives at trial](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20110722233628im_/http://www.washingtonpost.com/rf/image_90x60/2010-2019/WashingtonPost/2011/07/06/Sports/Videos/07062011-50v/07062011-50v.jpg)
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Preview Capital Fringe Festival shows
Actors give a taste of what's to come at the sixth annual Capital Fringe Festival, which runs July 7-24.![Obamas celebrate Independence Day with White House concert Obamas celebrate Independence Day with White House concert](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20110722233628im_/http://www.washingtonpost.com/rf/image_90x60/2010-2019/WashingtonPost/2011/07/05/National-Politics/Videos/07052011-18v/07052011-18v.jpg)
Obamas celebrate Independence Day with White House concert
President Obama celebrated Independence Day with a concert outside the White House, with music by Jordin Sparks, Josh Groban and rock 'n' roll legend Little Richard. (July 5)![Fireworks light up the National Mall Fireworks light up the National Mall](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20110722233628im_/http://www.washingtonpost.com/rf/image_90x60/2010-2019/WashingtonPost/2011/07/05/Local/Videos/07052011-14v/07052011-14v.jpg)
Fireworks light up the National Mall
Thousands marked the 235th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence watching the annual Fourth of July fireworks display over the monuments and memorials in the nation's capital. (July 4)![Diverse crowd fills National Mall for July 4 fireworks Diverse crowd fills National Mall for July 4 fireworks](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20110722233628im_/http://www.washingtonpost.com/rf/image_90x60/2010-2019/WashingtonPost/2011/07/05/Local/Videos/07052011-5v/07052011-5v.jpg)
Diverse crowd fills National Mall for July 4 fireworks
The annual fireworks on the National Mall drew people from all over the United States and across the globe.![Phantom Five: 11th International Submarine Races Phantom Five: 11th International Submarine Races](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20110722233628im_/http://www.washingtonpost.com/rf/image_90x60/2010-2019/WashingtonPost/2011/06/30/Local/Videos/06292011-85v/06292011-85v.jpg)
Phantom Five: 11th International Submarine Races
Almost 30 teams met in Bethesda this week at the Naval Surface Warfare Center to compete in a human-powered submarine race. Virginia Tech has sent a team for the past several years.![Hero or goat: The lonely life of a kicker Hero or goat: The lonely life of a kicker](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20110722233628im_/http://www.washingtonpost.com/rf/image_90x60/2010-2019/WashingtonPost/2011/02/18/Sports/Videos/12102010-8v/12102010-8v.jpg)
Hero or goat: The lonely life of a kicker
Former Redskins Mark Moseley, Ravens kicker Billy Cundiff and the U-Md.'s Travis Baltz explain the mentality it takes to succeed as a kicker.More from Md., Va. and D.C.
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