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Rapid Recap: Wizards 128, Bucks 116
The Bucks dropped the season opener in Washington, but there was plenty to be happy about.
Ballots mailed out to Oregon voters: What to do if you didn’t get one
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Election Day is just over two weeks away and ballots in Oregon and Washington were mailed out last week. But there are plenty of voters still wondering where their bal…
How governments around the world are shaping what AI can say about politics
I’m a researcher at a nonpartisan think tank at Vanderbilt University, where I study free speech policy.
‘Iolani bowler Ezra Bentkowski is a student of the sport’s science
Back in the day, black-and-white films would play in darkened class rooms at Washington Intermediate School.
Politics: The Midterm Races You Aren’t Hearing About
In just a dozen days, voters across the country will cast their ballots in midterm elections that could shift the balance of power in Washington. A lot of focus has been devoted to the contested races for Congress, with billions of dollars being spent on critical statewide contests and referendums.From governors’ mansions to statehouses to local ballot initiatives, voters will make their voices heard.We gather a panel of experts and zero in on some midterm races that aren’t necessarily making national headlines.Find more of our programs online. Listen to 1A sponsor-free by signing up for 1A+ at plus.npr.org/the1a.
New Spokane alliance drives life science growth
Spokane-based organizations Greater Spokane Incorporated, LaunchPad Inland Northwest Foundation, and Health Sciences & Services Authority of Spokane County are partnering with Seattle-based Life Science Washington to expand access to resources and support for life science entrepreneurs in the…
As Ohio attack ad backfires, Vivek Ramaswamy doubles down
The Republican candidate for governor is airing an ad featuring his opponent’s estranged mother despite bipartisan pushback.
Longtime Nevada Republican files complaint against GOP congressional candidate
The Federal Election Commission complaint against David Flippo cites reporting on his personal finances and campaign finance reports, and calls for an investigation.
Washington Huskies Head Coach Voices Support For Expanded Playoff
Jedd Fisch seemed optimistic about the College Football Playoff expanding from 12 to 24 teams.
Patrick’s Politics: The West Bank and Israel’s (not so) consequential election
On Oct. 16, a little more than 10 days before Israel’s upcoming elections, a Washington Post press photographer was run down and beaten by Israeli settlers in the West Bank. The act soon earned hea…
Health insurance through work is under strain. What comes next?
Employers are struggling with rising premiums. Some are looking for a different model.
The science and politics behind the panic over ultraprocessed foods
There’s no doubt that the modern food environment needs to be healthier. But are ultraprocessed foods as evil as their reputation suggests?
Trump says his political operation is spending $400 million on midterms
The spending includes ads, rallies, get-out-the-vote efforts and election monitoring.
The science and politics behind the panic over ultraprocessed foods
There’s no doubt that the modern food environment needs to be healthier. But are ultraprocessed foods as evil as their reputation suggests?
Kamala Harris rallies for Mississippi Senate candidate as she elevates profile
The former vice president’s presence highlighted newfound attention from the party on Scott Colom, who is vying to become the first Democrat elected to the Senate from the state in some four decades.
Trump to tout crackdown on overseas crypto scams
By Courtney Rozen WASHINGTON, Oct 21 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump will highlight his administration’s efforts on Wednesday to crack down on foreign criminal networks that lure Americans into
Trump to rally in North Carolina, even as GOP pulls its money
Michael Whatley, the state’s Republican Senate candidate, owes his nomination to Trump; the president continues to invest time, if not cash, on his behalf.
Virginia state Sen. L. Louise Lucas indicted in connection with marijuana business
Lucas, the 82-year-old president pro tempore of the Virginia Senate, is one of the state’s most powerful Democrats.
Rep. Ilhan Omar says she will move out of her Washington, DC, home after federal search
U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar will move out of her Washington, D.C., home that federal agents searched last week, she said Wednesday, noting that attention brought on by the raid has made her feel unsafe there.
RFK Jr. ally Calley Means quits Trump administration amid food agenda delays
Means has been a key player in Kennedy’s Make America Healthy Again movement.
New Spokane alliance drives life science growth
Spokane-based organizations Greater Spokane Incorporated, LaunchPad Inland Northwest Foundation, and Health Sciences & Services Authority of Spokane County are partnering with Seattle-based Life Science Washington to expand access to resources and support for life science entrepreneurs in the…
Virginia state senator accused of shielding marijuana business
Fox News chief Washington correspondent Mike Emanuel reports on the federal indictment against state Sen. L. Louise Lucas, D-Va., on ‘Special Report.’
Justice Kagan warns Supreme Court rulings are fueling polarization and undermining democracy
WASHINGTON (AP) — Justice Elena Kagan on Tuesday said voting and elections decisions from her conservative Supreme Court colleagues have helped make the country
How the Washington Commanders Can Adjust Without Terry McLaurin
Terry McLaurin’s significant knee injury raises questions about Washington’s passing attack. But with Chig Okonkwo building chemistry with Jayden Daniels, Stefon Diggs producing consistently and Antonio Williams emerging as a reliable target, the Commanders have options.
Families are no longer off-limits in political attacks
Some of the most audacious familial attacks have come from Republicans in tough 2026 races.
Crowell & Moring Adds Veteran DOJ Health Care Litigator Jeff McSorley in Washington, D.C.
Jeff McSorley, a first-chair trial lawyer with 20 years of litigation experience including a decade as senior trial counsel in the DOJ Civil Division's Fraud Section, has joined Crowell & Moring's Health Care Group in Washington, D.C. He led more than 70 FCA investigations at DOJ, securing more than $500 million in recoveries for the United States.
In their own words: Israeli politicians' extreme speech surges ahead of elections
Hate speech in Israel has surged under Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s far-right government
Follow the money or follow the flag? Politics clouds port investment
Washington’s expectations for US ownership of Panama’s next port tenders could do more damage than the financing costs
Trump’s biggest political trick may be wearing off
The president’s rallies and red-meat rhetoric can’t indefinitely distract voters from corruption.
Candidate who said she’d fire all Republicans says she had three beers before viral interview
Breakthrough vaccine for the deadliest skin cancer cut risk by almost half
The skin cancer vaccine is based on mRNA technology that helped end the coronavirus pandemic.
Would Trump accept GOP midterm losses? 7 in 10 Americans doubt it.
A Post-ABC News-Ipsos poll finds broad confidence that votes will be counted accurately, but deep doubt that the president would accept the results if Republicans lost.
Former 49ers WR Reuniting with Aaron Rodgers and Steelers
On Monday, October 19, while the San Francisco 49ers are taking on the Washington Commanders in Monday Night Football, former wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling has found a new home in the NFL, and it’s a reunion with a QB he is very familiar with, Aaron Rodgers, and the Pittsburgh Steelers, according to multiple reports. Valdes-Scantling […] The post Former 49ers WR Reuniting with Aaron Rodgers and Steelers appeared first on HEAVY.
Up the greasy pole of politics to the Supreme Court
The most expensive election for Supreme Court positions has also become the most partisan
In Kansas, Trump says a pastor running as a Democrat ‘mocks Jesus’
At a rally, the president likened Democrats to rioters in France, whom he said “hate Christianity” and “Western civilization.”
How to help your parents if they’re using chatbots for health advice
A growing number of older adults are using AI, including to access health information. Here are some ways to help them navigate it.
Mike Bloomberg starts spending blitz to help Democrats retake the House
Former New York mayor Mike Bloomberg, a Democratic megadonor, has poured more than $80 million into the midterms over the last two months.
Polymarket, Kalshi expand political donations as firms face state, federal scrutiny
By Douglas Gillison WASHINGTON, Oct 22 (Reuters) - Prediction market operators Kalshi, Polymarket and their founders have given at least $5 million combined to Republican and Democratic political
The science of ‘dessert flipping’ — and how it can help you eat healthier
This simple trick focuses on what to add to your plate, not what to cut out.
The Pollwatcher: Another fraudulent pollster is out of business, and a third group just disappeared
Why a fake poll got into mainstream poll trackers, how it was discovered and the common thread behind both fake poll scandals this year.
White House pitches $8 billion to farmers as midterms near
The aid comes as Republicans struggle electorally in previously reliable agricultural states.
Analysis | The top issues in the midterms
Corruption, health care and AI are among concerns driving voters besides affordability.
Washington Nationals Decline to Renew Strength Coaches' Contracts
The Washington Nationals have elected to not renew the contracts of five strength and conditioning coaches following the 2026 regular season
Riots leave France divided and shadowed by debt as Macron enters his final run
The tensions are festering in the street but also in a presidential race that will determine Emmanuel Macron’s successor.
WA parents and businesses lose billions due to lack of childcare
Washington parents and businesses lose out on more than $6 billion annually in wages and revenue due to insufficient childcare, a recent study found.
Evaluating Commanders OC David Blough through Washington bye week
How would you assess Commanders offensive coordinator David Blough’s performance through the first six games?
Witkoff faces backlash for praising Putin as a ‘humanitarian’
The comments were swiftly condemned by U.S. lawmakers who view Russian President Vladimir Putin as responsible for the brutal war in Ukraine.
CDC denies approval for high volume measles test, ‘prioritizing emerging technologies’
A letter signed by health officials in California, Hawaii, Oregon and Washington, asks the CDC to reconsider
Guns, drugs, AI, budget cuts join traditional maladies at public health forum
A daylong public health forum in Baltimore on Tuesday touched on health challenges that likely aren't found in any medical textbook: gun violence, artificial intelligence, social media and "the ravages of Washington" under the Trump administration.
Science News unveils its list of 10 scientists making an impact on our world
As a teenager, Gabriela Farfan became fascinated by the shapes and colors of minerals. Now, as curator of gems and minerals at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, she studies what they can reveal about our planet.From corals that preserve chemical signatures of changing oceans to sparkling gemstones, Farfan uses crystal structures, chemistry and spectroscopy to uncover the information trapped inside minerals and show why they’re an essential part of natural history. WASHINGTON, O
Justice Kagan says Supreme Court has damaged democracy with recent rulings
The liberal justice took aim at the conservative majority’s rulings on the Voting Rights Act, campaign finance and partisan gerrymandering.
Siletz Tribe receives $11.7M USDA grant for rural broadband
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has awarded $11.7 million to the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians to expand high‑speed internet access in rural Lincoln County, Ore., the agency announced. The funding comes through USDA Rural Development’s ReConnect Program, which supports broadband deployment in areas that lack reliable service. The project will build a fiber network […]
John Turturro, thief of New York characters, adds a capstone in 'The Last Pickpocket in New York'
John Turturro grew up in Hollis, Queens, and has lived in Park Slope, Brooklyn, since 1988
Musk-backed PACs have spent over $400 million on advertising
The Senate Leadership Fund, the GOP’s super PAC dedicated to electing Republicans to the Senate, received Musk’s top donation of $168 million.
Washington Huskies Basketball 2026-27 Season Preview
The Washington Huskies have something to prove as they enter their third season in the Big Ten Conference. Not to mention, their head coach, Danny Sprinkle, is starting to reach a point where he could be on the hot seat very soon. Washington Basketball hasn't been to the NCAA tournament since 2019. That's a pretty …
Maryland artist creates Black maternal health flag out of hospital baby blankets
“Black maternal health deserved a symbol and something to bring awareness,” Prince George’s County artist Lex Marie said.
In tight WA House race, sparks fly over safety at challenger’s business
Questions about safety at Braun Northwest have become a flashpoint in a Southwest Washington district grappling with a deadly tank collapse at a Longview mill.
Senate Democrats launch first ad in Mississippi as their midterm optimism spreads to the South
WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Democrats' top campaign spending group is wading into Mississippi's U.S. Senate race for the first time this year, an aggressive move i
Justice Department asks appeals court to intervene in California ballot case
WASHINGTON, Oct 22 (Reuters) - The US Justice Department asked an appeals court to intervene on Thursday in its lawsuit seeking to temporarily block California from counting more than 20,000
Video: How Title IX Became a Political Tool
After a Cornell student’s lawsuit alleging the school failed her when she reported sexual assault, there’s a new focus on Title IX, the federal law barring sex discrimination in federally funded education. Our Washington correspondent Michael C. Bender traces how interpretations of the law shifted between the Obama and Trump administrations.
Rising health care costs are pushing people to forgo medicine and doctor visits
Higher insurance premiums, climbing medical costs and inflation are pushing health care expenses for Americans to new heights.
Business run by Republican in key House district hit with new safety fine
A Washington state agency issued a fine of nearly $13,000 against Braun Northwest, led by John Braun, the Republican candidate in a pivotal House race.
WA church sermons on abortion, witchcraft come back to haunt candidate
Katy Cornell is running for an open House position in Washington's 26th House District.
Trump shuffles key federal panel ahead of vote on his arch
Four Trump political appointees were added to the National Capital Planning Commission, which could approve the president’s project on Nov. 5.
Pro-Israel lobby AIPAC to no longer endorse, directly give to candidates
But the pro-Israel lobby is not relinquishing its political power, evidenced by its move to give more than $9 million to support Mike Rogers in Michigan Senate race.
A key climate report was scrapped under Trump. Scientists plowed ahead with the research.
Some of the ousted climate scientists have just published their own research paper, identifying changes in the research field.
Health insurance costs keep climbing for American workers, a new survey finds
WASHINGTON (AP) — People who rely on employer-sponsored health insurance paid more for their coverage this year, with employees at small businesses and their employers especially squeezed by the surging
College football Week 8 players to watch: Boise State's Dylan Riley could retake the nation's rushing lead against Washington State
Maryland Retreat Boasts a Pool and an Open-Air Entertainment Pavilion
The home is in the heart of the corridor linking Baltimore with Annapolis and Washington, D.C.
Podcast: James Wood's Monster 2026 Season on Washington Nationals
On the latest episode of the DC Roundtable Podcast diving into the Washington Nationals, we discuss James Wood's monster season and what that means for the future
In Iowa, Trump struggles with economic woes of farm country
The president is holding rallies in states that Republicans have previously been able to count on.
WA leaders push back as federal health cuts threaten millions
Washington lawmakers warn that federal health cuts could cost hospitals billions and hike premiums, drawing debate ahead of the midterms.
Dodgers Should Jump on Proposed Trade for Abrams, Wood
After a disappointing postseason exit, the Los Angeles Dodgers could secure a dynasty by trading for the Washington Nationals' young stars.
Nigeria records first Ebola case, health authorities say
Nigeria has confirmed its first Ebola case in the capital, Abuja
Beloved Washington, D.C., bookstore Kramers celebrates 50 years in business
Climate group pours in midterms money for Democrats
The League of Conservation announced more than $100 million to support Democrats going into the midterms.
A 'golden age' vs. 'we're working on it': Trump and Vance give different pitches on the economy
When Vice President JD Vance speaks on the campaign trail about the high costs Americans are facing, he often says he understands that people are hurting
Becerra's time in Washington: Steady rise with a bumpy final ascent
In his more than 25 years in Washington, Xavier Becerra built important alliances and amassed power on Capitol Hill, but had some stumbles along the way.
Congo’s Ebola outbreak leaves grieving families struggling with fear and stigma
The Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo is taking a psychological toll on families dealing with loss, fear and stigma
Health Brief: Inside health care’s lobbying spending
Regulatory fights are giving the health care industry reasons to spend
Cook moves Mississippi, South Carolina Senate races toward Democrats
Democrats are taking the trend seriously, launching a big advertising buy in Mississippi.
Republican gerrymanders in Texas threaten to fall flat, poll finds
Democrats have strong chances in two key congressional seats, new Post-Schar School poll finds.
Kenya confirms new Ebola case, bringing total infections to 9, health ministry says
Kenya’s Ebola outbreak has risen to nine confirmed cases
After Trump said he didn’t trust mail ballots, Democrats turned to voting in person
The president lost in court, but Democrats are still wary of mail-in voting as the midterm election approaches.
Ohio governor’s race in uproar over video featuring Democrat’s estranged mother
Amy Acton was removed from her mother’s home when she was 12 after her stepfather was indicted on a charge of raping her.
Trump’s shock-jock politics don’t work for everyone. An Ohio attack ad is proof.
Cheered by an online ecosystem, the GOP has rewarded “owning the libs” for a decade. But the blowback to an ad in the governor’s race suggests there are limits.
Chig Okonkwo leads team in receiving
Chig Okonkwo led the club in both receptions and receiving yards during Washington's Week 6 loss to the 49ers.
Political science, history student connects hometown roots to DC policy work
Dawson Glogau gained hands-on experience in policy research and advocacy during a summer internship in Washington, D.C., through the Liberal Arts Semester in Washington Program.
Here’s what to expect if you’re taking a month off from drinking
Pausing drinking, even for just a few weeks, can have noticeable health benefits. Experts explain what you can expect if you’re trying Sober October or Dry January.
Analysis | The Republicans who aren’t endorsing Trump
In today’s edition … Immigration fear heats up Trump-Haley clash, dominates late GOP ad spending … Twelve House hard-liners sink a procedural rule in protest of Johnson’s bipartisan government funding deal.
Political science, history student connects hometown roots to DC policy work
Dawson Glogau gained hands-on experience in policy research and advocacy during a summer internship in Washington, D.C., through the Liberal Arts Semester in Washington Program.
This WA Supreme Court race could be one of the most expensive in history
In the race for Position 4 on the Washington Supreme Court, judges Sean O'Donnell and Ian Birk have raised more than $1 million thus far.
Judge blocks DHS investigations of noncitizen voting, citing flawed data
The judge put her order on hold until 5 p.m. Friday, giving the Trump administration time to appeal.
U.S. Senate race in Minnesota moves toward GOP in new Cook rating
The Cook Political Report shifted its rating of Minnesota’s U.S. Senate race between Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan (D) and Republican Michele Tafoya, a former NFL broadcaster, toward Republicans.
Justice Kagan warns Supreme Court rulings are fueling polarization and undermining democracy
WASHINGTON (AP) — Justice Elena Kagan on Tuesday said voting and elections decisions from her conservative Supreme Court colleagues have helped make the country more politically polarized and less democratic.
In New Mexico governor’s race, Deb Haaland’s historic bid tests Democrats' political hold
If Deb Haaland wins New Mexico’s race for governor, she’ll make history as the first Native American woman to lead a state
BioWare closed by EA after 30 years of influential, genre-defining games
Development on the next Mass Effect game has been discontinued.
49ers overreactions: Are Eddy Piñeiro's misses creating another kicker problem?
NBC Sports Bay Area's Matt Maiocco responds to the latest 49ers overreactions from San Francisco's Week 6 win over the Washington Commanders.