News Archive - September 15, 2013

Summers Pulls Out Of Running To Be Federal Reserve Chief

Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers informed President Obama of his decision in a phone call Sunday. He had been considered a front-runner to replace Ben Bernanke, but faced opposition from Democrats in Congress.

Who's Really Left Out Of The CrossFit Circle

A controversial article posted to the CrossFit Facebook page has led to a larger discussion about race. The majority of participants in the grueling and popular workout genre are white. Just how many people of color participate, though, is tough to say.

Obama Says He And Iran's Rowhani Have Exchanged Letters

Asked if he had reached out personally to Iran's President Hasan Rowhani, Obama answered, "I have. And he's reached out to me." The two have exchanged letters, he confirmed in an interview with ABC that aired Sunday.

Pay Scale For Virginia Teachers Varies Across State

Teachers in Virginia are paid more than their counterparts around the country, but the pay scale is uneven around the state.

Park And Ride Lot In Anne Arundel County To Expand

A busy park and ride lot along Route 50 in Anne Arundel County is about to get bigger.

After Faltering Weeks For Obama, What Counts Is Winning

The deal to dispose of Syria's chemical weapons stocks came after weeks in which Obama and his administration kept changing course in response to roadblocks. Other presidents have improvised their way through foreign policy crises, but past generations weren't able to follow along in real time.

'Flying Scotsman' Cyclist Obree Sets A New Speed Record

Cyclist Graeme Obree, 48, has set a new world speed record for prone bicycles, as the man known as the Flying Scotsman topped 56 mph during a session at the just-completed World Human Speed Championships, held at Battle Mountain in the Nevada.

Frederick Clinics To Offer Free Flu Vaccines

The Frederick County Health Department will be offering free flu vaccines for children on a few days in October and November.

Virginia Supreme Court Hears Arguments On Tunnel Tolls

Justices on Virginia's High Court heard an hour of arguments on a judge's ruling that charging tolls on two existing tunnels to help pay for a new one is unconstitutional.

Death Toll Likely To Rise In Colorado Flooding, Officials Say

The floods that have repeatedly inundated large parts of central and northeastern Colorado since Wednesday likely killed more than the four people who have been confirmed dead, officials say. The search for victims has taken second priority to rescue and relief operations, as agencies rush to help people who remain at risk.

Invasive Snakehead Fish Continues To Populate Potomac

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is continuing to battle the invasive snakehead fish, which can harm native species in the Potomac.

Police Wound Two Bystanders In Shooting Near Times Square

Caught in the line of fire by police officers, two women were shot near crowded Times Square in Manhattan last night. They were wounded as police struggled to deal with a man who was behaving erratically. The man had "simulated" firing a gun at police; he was not found to have a weapon.

Mexico Faces A One-Two Punch From Tropical Storms

From the east and the west, two storm systems are closing in on Mexico, bringing strong winds and heavy rains. Hurricane Ingrid is moving toward the country's east coast in the Gulf of Mexico; Tropical Storm Manuel is closing in on the southwest coast in the Pacific Ocean.

Assad Regime Hails Chemical Weapons Deal As 'Victory' For Syria

Syria's rebels are criticizing a plan to destroy the country's chemical weapons, saying it doesn't punish President Bashar Assad. The Syrian regime's first public reaction to the U.S.-Russia deal came Sunday, when a minister called it a "victory."

Deadly Amoeba Found For First Time In Municipal Water Supply

Louisiana officials say they identified for the first time a dangerous form of amoeba in a municipal water supply. It was found after a 4-year-old boy died of a brain infection caused by the amoeba. They say this may make it easier to diagnose cases of encephalitis with unknown causes.