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Dems Say Donald Trump is Violating GSA Lease with His New DC Hotel

Four Democratic lawmakers say the General Services Administration believes President-elect Donald Trump is in violation of the lease for his new luxury hotel on Pennsylvania Avenue in D.C. when he will be sworn in on Inauguration Day Jan. 20 and therefore should drop his stake in the hotel, according to a letter sent by the lawmakers. >>> Read more.

Snow Alert: Possibility for Flurries Overnight Wednesday in Northern Virginia

There is a potential for light snow accumulation late Wednesday night into Thursday in parts of Northern Virginia and the DC metro area, according to a Special Weather Statement issued Wednesday by the National Weather Service. >>> Read more.

DC Marching Bands Shun Trump's Inaugural Parade

Breaking a 20-year tradition, not a single D.C. public school marching band has applied to participate in the inaugural parade on Jan. 20 when Donald Trump is sworn into office, according to a report. >>> Read more.

Calling All Home Cooks! Share Your Best Holiday Recipe on Patch

• Whether it's a festive cocktail, a delish dessert or a family classic, every cook has a crowd-pleaser around the holidays. What's yours?

Virginia Governor Race 2017: Poll Has Northam Leading Gillespie

• In the Quinnipiac University poll, former Republican National Committee chairman Ed Gillespie has wide lead over GOP challengers.

Leesburg House Aglow with Spectacular Blinking Lights Synched to Holiday Music

• Drive by the 'Edward's Landing Lights' house in Leesburg to see Christmas lights synched to music. The show will run through Dec. 25.

Governor Proposes 2017 Bonus for Virginia Teachers, State Workers

More Tickets to African-American History Museum Available Soon

Fed Announces Rate Hike for First Time in a Year: 5 Things You Should Know

Woman Leads Police on High-Speed Chase, Crashes in Alexandria: Police

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