How a president's death helped kill Washington's "spoils system"
In the 1800s, the main job requirement for most federal employees was loyalty to the newly-elected president. But after a rejected office-seeker shot President James Garfield, reformers won long-sought-after changes: workers hired for their expertise,
My family paid $21 to take our car on a ferry through Washington. It was better than our $300 whale-watching boat tour.
It was cheap to take our car on a ferry from Townsend to Coupeville, where we explored Whidbey Island. On the ride, we saw seals and incredible views.
Who is the Commanders' backup quarterback? Washington QB depth chart
The Washington Commanders have three quarterbacks ready to go for Sunday's NFC championship game against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Trump storms Washington with hundreds of pardons — and he might not be done
Even some Democrats, including former New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez and civil rights leader Jesse Jackson Sr., have plans to approach Trump.
Washington state woman is charged in the fatal shooting of a Border Patrol agent in Vermont
A 21-year-old Washington state woman faces two weapons charges in connection with the fatal shooting of a U.S. Border Patrol agent in Vermont.
Washington Commanders trail Philadelphia Eagles at halftime of the NFC Championship
Commanders vs. Eagles highlights, analysis: Philly routs Washington, 55-23
How to watch Philadelphia Eagles vs. Washington Commanders in NFC championship game
Should Washington, D.C., become the 51st state? WA’s 2 senators say it’s ‘long past time’
Washington state’s U.S. senators have cosponsored legislation that would grant statehood to the District of Columbia.

Former Commanders Owner Dan Snyder 'Hates' Team's Success

Dan Snyder is reportedly miserable over the Washington Commanders playoff success
Former Commanders Owner Dan Snyder 'Hates' the Team's Success
The Washington Commanders dived into chaos during Dan Snyder's ownership of the team and he's reportedly not happy about their success now.
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Former Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder had absolutely insane plan to try to stop sale of the team
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New Washington state rebate program will offer free e-bikes to some. Here’s who can qualify
The long-anticipated program is finally set to launch in April, WSDOT announced, offering rebates of up to $1,200 on electric bicycles.
Super Bowl 2025: The Internet Is Furious
Super Bowl is set, with the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles facing off in New Orleans. And, unsurprisingly, the internet's not happy.
One week into Trump’s term, is it end of days or just early days?
"Welcome to the first days of his attempt at authoritarian rule," writes one reader. Another: "The voting public, well aware of his promises, looked at the alternative offerings of the Democrats and made their voices heard.