Capital Living

Capital Living

Emily Goodin - 01/03/13 06:01 PM ET

The Capitol resembled the first day of school as some members' children overshadowed their parents at swearing-in ceremonies.…

Emily Goodin - 01/03/13 12:28 PM ET

Kirk, who had a stroke in January 2012, walked up the Capitol steps with the help of Vice President Biden.…

Emily Goodin - 01/03/13 05:00 AM ET

There will be over 90 new members of Congress sworn into office on Thursday.…

Emily Goodin and Grace Mahan - 12/20/12 06:51 PM ET

In Washington for the holidays? Here’s a guide to all the food, festivals and fun the city is offering…

Geneva Sands and Adele Hampton - 12/19/12 07:16 PM ET

Architect of the Capitol Stephen Ayers began preparing for his part of the 2013 inauguration ceremony almost four years ago.…

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