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Lincoln Memorial Marred By Swear Word In Paint

WASHINGTON, DC — The Lincoln Memorial was vandalized with what appears to say "F*** Law" spray painted in large red letters on a pillar at the monument, The National Park Service announced.

Smoke On Red Line Sends Metro Passengers Fleeing: Reports

WASHINGTON, DC — Passengers are flooding out of a Red Line station due to reports of fire as firefighters head to the scene Tuesday morning.

The Number of Hate Groups in DC May Surprise You (ICYMI)

After a white nationalist gathering whipped up violence — resulting in the death of an anti-racism protester — in Charlottesville, Virginia,the Southern Poverty Law Center is reminding Americans that organized hate isn't a thing of the past. SPLC says nearly 1,000 organizations that meet its criteria for being designated a hate group are currently active nationwide. And that includes a bunch in D.C.

Suspect Sketch Released In Sexual Assault Of 5-Year-Old

FAIRFAX COUNTY, VA—Fairfax County Police have released a suspect description and sketch in the alleged sexual assault of a five-year-old girl.

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Denied Tobacco, Juveniles Damage Ashburn Store
After Charlottesville, McAuliffe Demands Investigation On Rally Permits
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Man Hit With Baseball Bat During Robbery: Police

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