D.C. Headlines from The Washington Post

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Virginia Avenue Tunnel project advances in D.C. amid neighborhood disruption

Double-stacked rail cars now go through the District, adding freight capacity in the corridor.

By Luz Lazo • Read more »

10-year-old boy among suspects in K Street NW robbery

The victim tackled, purse taken, police say.

By Martin Weil • Read more »

Universities grappling with impact of Trump’s immigration ban

The order has left international students and faculty fearing expulsion, stranded outside of the country, detained or uncertain of whether to travel.

By Danielle Douglas-Gabriel,, Susan Svrluga and Joe Heim • Read more »

Path to a new life takes these minority high school graduates back to preschool

For students without college or career plans, a new initiative aims to get them back in the classroom, teaching. It might also help with a shortage of black and Latino educators.

By Alejandra Matos • Read more »

In the District, illegal guns range from the ordinary to the exotic

This month alone, the list of confiscated pistols includes an array of weaponry of makes that include Cougar and Desert Eagle, High Point and Llama.

By Martin Weil • Read more »

Attorney for man charged with killing local actress says client is innocent, mentally ill

A judge ordered that the suspect be held in jail pending trial.

By Keith L. Alexander • Read more »

Riders praise Metro’s performance during 2 straight days of stress

Transit staff and crowds for the inauguration and Women’s March contributed to the success.

By Robert Thomson • Read more »

Trump says he will sign bill that would bar D.C. from using local tax dollars for abortion services

Legislation passed by the House faces obstacles in the Senate.

By Jenna Portnoy • Read more »

Washington sets record for most consecutive above-freezing January days

At least 16 full days have passed since the morning of Jan. 10, when the low was 22.

By Martin Weil and Angela Fritz • Read more »