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Lawmakers trade in stocks they can impact
One-hundred-thirty members of Congress or their families have traded stocks collectively worth hundreds of millions of dollars in companies lobbying on bills that came before their committees, a practice that is permitted under current ethics rules, a Washington Post analysis has found.
(By Dan Keating, David S. Fallis, Kimberly Kindy and Scott Higham)
How Congress got its trading rules
A history of attempts to address potential congressional conflicts of interest over stock trading.
(By Kimberly Kindy)
Selling stock amid Senate probe
Congress members face an appearance of a possible conflict of interest when in 2009 they sold off stock in GameStop, which was being investigated by the Senate.
(By Dan Keating)
U-Va. students feel betrayed after president's ouster
At the heart of the students' anger is more than just an admiration for a popular president.
(By Jenna Johnson)
After Sandusky verdict, neighbors release emotions
As the once-revered Penn State coach spends his first days behind bars, the community exhales.
(By T. Rees Shapiro)
NATION
Waiting for the Supreme Court, with their news releases in hand
Advocacy groups and others with a stake in the justices' ruling on Obama's health-care law are preparing for every possible legal scenario.
( by Sarah Kliff , The Washington Post)
More National: Breaking National News & Headlines - Washington Post
LOCAL
D.C. lawyer convicted of 6 felonies
Charles F. Daum conspired to obstruct justice by fabricating evidence and inducing perjury in a drug dealer's trial, a judge rules. Two of his investigators were also convicted.
( by Del Quentin Wilber , The Washington Post)
Human-powered helicopter beats its record aloft
A University of Maryland engineering team keeps its human-powered helicopter aloft as it competes for a $250,000 prize.
( by Martin Weil , The Washington Post)
Washington area's oldest Boy Scout troop is also its most well-connected
The scouts knot their neckerchiefs for inaugural parades and lots of inside-the-Beltway networking.
( by Steve Hendrix , The Washington Post)
A 'heart-wrenching' catch-22
Homeless D.C. families, who turn to the city for help, risk triggering a child welfare investigation.
( by Annie Gowen , The Washington Post)
AIDS quilt marks 25 years with display on National Mall
Cloth squares, with names and messages, adorn the quilt delivered to the National Mall.
( by Pamela Constable , The Washington Post)
More Post Local: Washington, DC Area News, Traffic, Weather, Sports & More - The Washington Post
POLITICS
Lawmakers trade in stocks they can impact
One-hundred-thirty members of Congress or their families have traded stocks collectively worth hundreds of millions of dollars in companies lobbying on bills that came before their committees, a practice that is permitted under current ethics rules, a Washington Post analysis has found.
( by Dan Keating, David S. Fallis, Kimberly Kindy and Scott Higham , The Washington Post)
Selling stock amid Senate probe
Congress members face an appearance of a possible conflict of interest when in 2009 they sold off stock in GameStop, which was being investigated by the Senate.
( by Dan Keating , The Washington Post)
How Congress got its trading rules
A history of attempts to address potential congressional conflicts of interest over stock trading.
( by Kimberly Kindy , The Washington Post)
After Sandusky verdict, neighbors release emotions
As the once-revered Penn State coach spends his first days behind bars, the community exhales.
( by T. Rees Shapiro , The Washington Post)
Nixon White House operative John J. Caulfield dies
Caulfield, a Nixon White House operative known for "dirty tricks" and for offering clemency to a convicted Watergate burglar, dies at 83.
( by Matt Schudel , The Washington Post)
More Post Politics: Breaking Politics News, Political Analysis & More - The Washington Post
STYLE
Greedy brides and wedding myths
The cover-your-plate requirement at weddings is not a requirement at all but instead a corrupt little myth.
(, The Washington Post)
Students raise MPG and GPAs
Wisconsin high school students build a vehicle that gets 160 miles per gallon.
(, The Washington Post)
More Style: Culture, Arts, Ideas & More - The Washington Post
BUSINESS
Tropical Storm Debby strengthens
Anadarko Petroleum Corp., BP Plc and other oil and gas companies curtailed production in the Gulf of Mexico today as a weather system strengthened into Tropical Storm Debby, the fourth named storm of the year.
( by Dan Murtaugh and Brian K. Sullivan Bloomberg News , Bloomberg)
Family's hold on Tour de France tested
Amaury Sport Organization, owned by the family that has run the race since 1947, faces a rider revolt over pay and challenge from an upstart series.
( by Alex Duff , The Washington Post)
Why Microsoft is for once the cool kid in the technology world
While much of Microsoft's new-found popularity is deserved, it's also become clear that the company is willing to betray the trust of consumers to get its way.
( by VentureBeat.com , VentureBeat.com)
More Business News, Financial News, Business Headlines & Analysis - The Washington Post
SPORTS
World record for Eaton
At the track and field Olympic trials, Ashton Eaton sets a record in the decathlon and there was an unprecedented dead heat involving Allyson Felix and Jeneba Tarmoh; only one will go to London.
( by Rick Maese , The Washington Post)
Jackson, bullpen help Nats even series with O's
Right-hander doesn't allow base runner untill the fifth inning; Clippard saves 12th as Nationals win second of three-game series, 3-1.
( by Adam Kilgore , The Washington Post)
TV and radio listings: June 24
TV and radio listings: June 24
(, The Washington Post)
Hossler returns to Congressional
Fresh off his impressive showing at the U.S. Open, the 17-year-old amateur gets the call to join PGA field at AT&T National.
( by Barry Svrluga , The Washington Post)
MLS rivalry clash awaits United
In a budding rivalry with a hint of animosity, United hops on the train to visit the Red Bulls in an MLS clash.
( by Steven Goff , The Washington Post)
More Sports: Sports News, Scores, Analysis, Schedules & More - The Washington Post
TECHNOLOGY
Why Microsoft is for once the cool kid in the technology world
While much of Microsoft's new-found popularity is deserved, it's also become clear that the company is willing to betray the trust of consumers to get its way.
( by VentureBeat.com , VentureBeat.com)
More Technology News - The Washington Post
WORLD
Official results in Egypt's presidential election to be announced Sunday
Both candidates claim victory amid rumors of backroom dealings between military and Brotherhood.
( by Karin Brulliard , The Washington Post)
Turkey weighs response to Syria on downing of one of its aircraft
Government seeking clarity on Turkish plane's location when it was hit Friday, president says.
( by Liz Sly , The Washington Post)
In Israel, African newcomers face violent backlash
About 60,000 migrants have illegally entered Israel since 2005, many seeking refuge from war and oppressive regimes in Eritrea and Sudan. However, complaints by residents in depressed Tel Aviv neighborhoods of rising crime and a sense of insecurity brought by the migrants have prompted a government crackdown. Earlier this month, the Netanyahu administration deported more than 100 South Sudanese natives, leaving other newcomers nervous and residents clamoring for action.
( by Joel Greenberg , The Washington Post)
More World: World News, International News, Foreign Reporting - The Washington Post
EDITORIAL
Avoiding bioterrorism
More oversight is needed to protect science and security.
(, The Washington Post)
Streetcar shenanigans
D.C. law wrongly gives council members a free hand to meddle in contracts.
(, The Washington Post)
Conflict of interest?
The D.C. Council must weigh the legal practice of nominee Robert Spagnoletti.
(, The Washington Post)
A changed man
A more self-disciplined George Allen is on the campaign trail.
(, The Washington Post)
U-Va.'s challenge
Maintaining financial health and affordable education.
(, The Washington Post)
More Opinions: Washington Post Opinion, Editorial, Op Ed, Politics Editorials - The Washington Post
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