The Metro system, once a reliable point of pride for D.C.'s boosters, has had a rough few years: Safety problems, escalator outages, and rising prices have made the subway a regular subject of local griping. At times, it can be hard to keep up with the torrent of unflattering Metro-related scoops. As a public service,Washington [...]

Don't Kick, Don't Tell: An oft-repeated joke among some married, straight supporters of gay marriage basically boils down to, "Why shouldn't they get to suffer like us, too?" Now apparently the same theory applies to kickball; a gay-friendly offshoot of the local fratty pastime has launched its own gay league, complete with wintertime flip cup [...]

"Sir, you do read and write English?"
"Yes, officer."
"So you are aware that this is a no-standing zone?"
"Yes, officer."
"And you are aware that it's five days after 9/11?"
"Um...yes, officer."*
"And that our country is at war right now?"