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Remains of two Civil War veterans found, laid to rest
March 9, 2013 12:14 PM
ARLINGTON, Va. (AP) - A century and a half after the Civil War ship the USS Monitor sank, two unknown crewmen found in the ironclad's turret have been buried at Arlington National Cemetery. Friday's burial may be the last time Civil War soldiers are buried at the cemetery. The Monitor... more » -
USS Enterprise completes its final voyage
November 4, 2012 12:42 PM
NORFOLK, Va. (AP) - The world's first nuclear-powered aircraft carrier is shutting down its reactors as its storied career comes to a close. The USS Enterprise finished its 25th and final deployment on Sunday when it returned to its home port in Norfolk, Va. After more than 50 years of... more » -
Debate preparation trumps 2012 campaigning
October 14, 2012 12:09 PM
WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (AP) - President Barack Obama and Mitt Romney won't be making campaign appearances today. They both are expected to spend hours preparing for Tuesday's presidential debate. Obama and his advisers are in Williamsburg, Va., while Romney and his team are at the Republican's Boston-area home. Obama is looking... more » -
Obama still a draw on college campuses
August 29, 2012 9:16 PM
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) - The crowds may be smaller and the candidate grayer, but college towns are still proving to be President Barack Obama's best chance to draw an enthusiastic audience. More than 25,000 people showed up during his three-state college town tour this week, including 7,500 at a rally... more » -
Romney, Ryan appear together as running mates Play Video
August 11, 2012 10:43 AM
NORFOLK, Va. (AP) - Appearing for the first time as Mitt Romney's running mate, Wisconsin Rep. Paul Ryan is attacking President Barack Obama for what he calls a "record of failure." With the political world watching, Republican presidential contender Mitt Romney misspoke while introducing his running mate. Romney... more » -
Doctors doubt favoritism in Cheney transplant
March 25, 2012 12:54 PM
CHICAGO (AP) - Doctors say it is unlikely that former Vice President Dick Cheney got special treatment when he was given a new heart that thousands of younger people also were in line to receive. After spending nearly two years on a waiting list, Cheney received a transplant Saturday. The... more » -
Storied US aircraft carrier makes final deployment
March 10, 2012 1:13 PM
NORFOLK, Va. (AP) - The USS Enterprise, the famed nuclear-powered aircraft carrier featured in the film "Top Gun," will soon set sail on its final voyage. The ship has been a part of history over the past 50 years. It was involved in several wars and played a prominent role... more » -
Suspect in Capitol bomb sting expected in court
February 22, 2012 11:22 AM
ALEXANDRIA, Va. (AP) - A Virginia man charged following a yearlong FBI investigation with plotting a suicide bombing inside the U.S. Capitol was expected to make a second court appearance Wednesday. Amine El Khalifi, 29, of Alexandria was arrested Friday and charged with attempting to use a weapon of mass... more » -
Obama touts aid for emergency service workers
October 19, 2011 3:30 PM
NORTH CHESTERFIELD, Va. (AP) - President Barack Obama is pressing for Congress to spend billions of dollars to help firefighters facing layoffs. Obama said Wednesday that while the private sector continues to add jobs, financially strapped state and local governments are doing the opposite and cutting firefighters, teachers and... more » -
Sign now marks garage of Watergate's 'Deep Throat'
August 20, 2011 5:06 PM
ARLINGTON, Va. (AP) - A nondescript parking garage where Washington Post reporter Bob Woodward met his Watergate source known as "Deep Throat" now has a historical marker. WTOP Radio reports the historic preservation agency in Arlington, Va., quietly installed the marker this month. It was approved in 2008. Now... more » -
Navy secretary censures former Va. officer
July 23, 2011 7:03 PM
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (AP) - The secretary of the Navy has censured the former commander of a fighter squadron at Oceana Naval Air Station in Virginia. Navy Secretary Ray Mabus said the commander permitted a hostile work environment and allowed subordinates to sexually harass a junior officer. The... more »
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