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Pentagon To Seek New Vets Record System

12:13 PM, May 22, 2013

Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel is expected to announce the decision Wednesday, amid increasing pressure from Congress to address the frustrating delays and paperwork shuffle as service members move from the military's health care program to the VA system.

Exxon Mobil Accused Of Anti-Gay Bias

11:51 AM, May 22, 2013

The complaint was filed Wednesday with the Illinois Department of Human Rights by Freedom to Work, one of several groups which accuse Exxon of flawed workplace policies for gays.

More Than $1 Million Worth Of Marijuana Hidden In Peppers, Clay Pots, Tires Seized In California

11:33 AM, May 22, 2013

$1 Million Worth Of Marijuana Seized From Tractor-Trailer In California

Judge: Hollister Clothing Unfriendly To The Disabled

10:11 AM, May 22, 2013

Judge Wiley Daniel agreed in March with the Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition that the retailers that cater to a hip, young clientele limited access for customers in wheelchairs.

AAA: 31.2M Drivers To Take Memorial Day Road Trip

10:08 AM, May 22, 2013

During Thursday and Monday, 31.2 million Americans will drive 50 miles or more to a beach, campground or other getaway, according to car lobbying group AAA.

FBI: Man Fatally Shot In Boston Bombing Probe

9:57 AM, May 22, 2013

The FBI says a man being questioned by authorities in the Boston bombing probe was fatally shot when he initiated a violent confrontation.

Va. Company Makes Shelters To Withstand Any Storm

9:39 AM, May 22, 2013

James Hash traveled to Ruckersville, Va. to talk to a company that sells safe rooms designed to hold up when bad weather strikes.

Co-owner Of 'Nightmares' Eatery Might Be Deported

8:30 AM, May 22, 2013

Salomon "Samy" Bouzaglo, who owns Amy's Baking Company along with his wife, is involved in a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement case to revoke his residency status

Sisters Ejected From Pa. Mall Over Anti-Cancer Hats

8:23 AM, May 22, 2013

Sisters say they were kicked out of a mall after refusing to remove profanity-laden hats expressing their hatred of breast cancer.

Trial For Captain In Deadly Costa Concordia Shipwreck In Italy

7:55 AM, May 22, 2013

 A judge in Italy has ordered the captain of the Costa Concordia to stand trial in the shipwreck of the cruise liner, which struck a reef off Tuscany last year, killing 32 people.

Federal Student Loan Rules Are Changing

7:20 AM, May 22, 2013

The rules are changing and they could cost you. Kiplinger's Susanna Snider explains

Tornado Recovery Effort Highlights Political Differences

7:16 AM, May 22, 2013

Oklahoma Senator Tom Coburn says that if more money is needed to aid the recovery effort then the government should cut spending somewhere else to offset the money for Oklahoma.

Irishman Charged With 1982 IRA Hyde Park Bombing

6:59 AM, May 22, 2013

A 61-year-old Irishman has been charged with the Irish Republican Army bombing of the queen's ceremonial cavalry in Hyde Park in 1982 that killed four soldiers and seven horses.

Anthony Weiner Declares He's Running For NYC Mayor

6:26 AM, May 22, 2013

Anthony Weiner officially jumped into the race for New York City mayor, ending weeks of speculation by declaring his political comeback bid in a YouTube video posted late Tuesday.

Homes Next To Florida Sinkhole To Be Demolished

6:24 AM, May 22, 2013

The homes on either side of the Tampa area house where a sinkhole opened under a man's bedroom are being demolished.

US Parents Quit Singapore Inquest Into Son's Death

6:21 AM, May 22, 2013

The parents of an American software engineer who believe their son was murdered have withdrawn from the inquest, saying they have no confidence in Singapore's legal process.

Immigration Bill Heads To Full Senate

6:19 AM, May 22, 2013

A bill to remake the nation's troubled immigration system is headed to the full Senate after approval by the Senate Judiciary Committee.

Marilyn Monroe's Photos For Prague Exhibition Stolen

6:09 AM, May 22, 2013

Alice Titzova of the PR agency 2media says the photos, stolen late Monday, were to be on display starting May 30 at the Prague Castle.

Exorcism or Healing Touch?

11:20 PM, May 21, 2013

Reaction to a viral video showing Pope Francis performing what some say is an exorcism is pouring out across the globe and in D.C.

Oklahoma Tornado: 24 Dead, 200 Wounded

11:13 PM, May 21, 2013

Search, rescue and recovery efforts after a devastating tornado were hindered by poor weather Tuesday.

Top figures Barred From Iran's June Ballot

10:42 PM, May 21, 2013

Iran's election overseers removed potential wildcard candidates from the presidential race Tuesday, blocking a top aide of outgoing President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and a former president who revived hopes of reformers.

FBI ID's Benghazi suspects but no arrests yet

7:01 PM, May 21, 2013

The U.S. has identified five men who might be responsible for the attack on the diplomatic mission in Benghazi, Libya, last year, and has enough evidence to justify seizing them by military force as suspected terrorists, officials say. 

IRS official in Tea Party scandal to plead the Fifth

6:48 PM, May 21, 2013

The Internal Revenue Service official who oversaw the agency's tax exempt office will invoke her constitutional right against self-incrimination and decline to answer questions when she appears before Congress Wednesday.

Alexandria PD Investigating Fatal Shooting Involving Off-Duty Officer

Julian Dawkins of Alexandria died early Wednesday morning. No charges have been placed yet.

10:15 PM, May 22, 2013

Oklahoma Tornado Help: Donate To Red Cross And Other Organizations With WUSA 9 Cares

Check out this list of several organizations accepting donations to help people in Oklahoma

10:09 PM, May 22, 2013

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2:27 PM, May 21, 2013

Two Sisters Are Reunited Through Sports

Separated Sisters Reunite...a chance meeting changes local girls lives forever 

12:45 PM, May 13, 2013

DC Taxis Caught On Camera Refusing Black And Disabled Passengers Fined

The DC Taxi Commission says it issued 15 citations, including $500 fines for refusing to pick up black and disabled passengers, while tracking an undercover WUSA9 investigation.

10:15 PM, May 22, 2013

Residents Remember 2002 La Plata, Md. Tornado

If anyone knows what the people of Moore, Oklahoma are going through right now it is the residents of La Plata, Maryland.

4:59 PM, May 21, 2013

Man Critical After Motorcycle, Vehicle Collision

A man was sent to the hospital in critical condition after a motorcycle and a vehicle collided, police say.

8:58 PM, May 22, 2013

2 Sinkholes Close Parts Of 14th St, F St In DC

Sinkholes are keeping 14th Street closed between New York and Pennsylvania avenues and F Street and G Street closed between 13th and 15th streets.

4:20 PM, May 22, 2013

Amazon Web Services Coming To Fairfax Co. With 500 Jobs

Amazon Web Services, Inc. is opening a new office in Fairfax County, according to the office of Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell. According to Wednesday's announcement, the office will bring "500 highly-technical jobs."

9:52 AM, May 22, 2013

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