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DC Restaurants Dominate OpenTable's 2017 Top 100 In The US List

Proving that D.C. is quickly emerging as a foodie city, OpenTable placed eight D.C.- area restaurants on the top 100 list.

Virginia Massage Envy Client Applauds Changes After Sex Assault

The Richmond, Virginia, woman who criticized Massage Envy's response to nearly 200 sexual assault reports nationwide helped the chain change policy. On Tuesday she declared victory after her petition criticizing the company's helped lead to significant changes in how the country's largest massage chain handles allegations of sexual misconduct.

Lower Tolls On I-66 Demanded By NoVa Commission

Drivers expressing outrage over the new toll prices on Interstate 66 have prompted transportation commission members to seek action on lowering the tolls. Since tolls began Monday, tolls reached a peak of $40 at 8:09 a.m. Tuesday.

FBI Conducting Raids In DC Region, Details Coming: Report

A round-up by FBI agents and other authorities is happening mid-Wednesday afternoon, and is focused on "local gangs" and "violent criminals" in Northern Virginia, with some operations in the District.

NoVa, DC Weather Forecast: Snow Chances Increase This Weekend

There are now chances for snow on three days late this week in northern Virginia, which would be the first snowfall of the 2017-18 season.

How To Volunteer For Wreaths Across America 2017

Each year, Wreaths Across America places remembrance wreaths at the grave sites of veterans at Arlington National Cemetery, and other Veterans' cemeteries nationwid. The ceremony in Arlington will take place at 8:15 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 16, and you can volunteer to lay wreaths at the cemetery.

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