2 hrs ago | WTOP-FM Washington
Proposed school would advance language study
Students in language immersion programs at public charter elementary schools may have a chance to continue their studies if a proposed middle and high school comes about.
6 hrs ago | WRIC-TV Richmond
Man pleads guilty in international fraud case
A man who told people in Washington he was a former British spy has pleaded guilty to defrauding former business associates of $2.1 million.
11 hrs ago | International Business Times
Unemployment rates drop in most states, Illinois climbs
A handful of states, including Illinois, Delaware, Indiana, Wisconsin, Mississippi and New Hampshire saw their jobless rates rise over the year.
15 hrs ago | Detroit Free Press
Jobless rates fell in 40 states and D.C. in April
Live, FSD: In the fifth inning, Miguel Cabrera drove in the game's first run with an RBI double to... Recent findings in a new Harris Poll looks at how fliers who take at least one trip a year feel... The U.S. jobless rate was 7.5% in April, down from 7.6% in March.
18 hrs ago | Fire Rescue Magazine
Washington, D.C. Faces a Critical Paramedic Shortage
The District of Columbia is losing paramedics at an alarming rate and they are not being replaced.
Marijuana Users Have 16 Percent Lower Fasting Insulin Levels Compared To Non-Users
Regular marijuana use is associated with favorable indices related to diabetic control, say investigators.
At Montclair's Union Baptist Church, "May is Mental Health month"
Nicola Black-Singleton will be the guest speaker at the observance of "May is Mental Health Month" at Union Baptist Church on Saturday, May 18, at 10:30 a.m. This community-wide Ecumenical Emotional Wellness service will address the challenges and triumphs experienced by persons with mental illness.
Illinois Senate approves marijuana for medical uses
The Illinois Senate on Friday voted to approve the use of marijuana for medical purposes, which if signed into law would make it the second-most-populous state in the nation after California to allow the drug's use for medical purposes.
Arizona construction employment slips in April
Arizona was among 32 states and the District of Columbia that saw a slip in construction employment between March and April.
Powerball Jackpot Reaches $600 Million
The Powerball jackpot for Saturday's drawing will be at least $600 million, the third largest lottery jackpot in U.S. history, after no one matched the winning numbers in Wednesday night's draw.
Last Chance to Enter to Win Dinner, Dessert at Palm Palace
The crew at Clinton Township's Palm Palace have added a new dessert option just in time for summer.
The 3-Minute Interview: Chocolate City Beer co-founder Ben Matz
The Chocolate City Beer co-founder always knew he wanted to get into brewing. At the age of 18, Matz took an interest in homebrewing and took in all the information he could on the topic.
Should DWI Alcohol Limit Be Lowered to 0.05 Percent?
One drink could be the limit that leads to a drunken-driving charge-at least for some people if the National Transportation Safety Board has its way.
Some math MEAP tests to be regraded after wrong questions discovered
Some students in the state will have their MEAP math scores regraded after the Michigan Department of Education discovered questions in some versions of the test that shouldn't have been included.
Leading a Demonstration With Ingrid E. Newkirk
Each week, PETA's campaigners publish a new post about their lives as they travel across the country fighting for animals.
Health Care Innovation Awards Round 2 Launches with $1 Billion Initiative
Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius today announced a nearly $1 billion initiative that will fund awards and evaluation to build on the Obama administration's work to transform the health care system by delivering better care and lowering costs.
Powerball jackpot 3rd largest ever
The Powerball jackpot for Saturday's drawing will be at least $475 million, the third largest lottery jackpot in U.S. history, after no one matched the winning numbers in Wednesday night's draw.
D.C. Considers Mandatory $250K Insurance Policy for Gun Buyers
The D.C. Council is considering requiring people to purchase liability insurance before they can get a license to own a gun.
DC Judge Declines To Halt School Closures
A District of Columbia judge won't halt the planned closure of 15 public schools, plans that resulted in a lawsuit against the city.
Marijuana users have better blood sugar control
They found that current marijuana users had significantly lower fasting insulin and were less likely to be insulin resistant, even after excluding patients with a diagnosis of diabetes mellitus.