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As pot flourishes in D.C., federal ban restricts use by tenants in public housing; D.C.-area forecast: Waves of showers possible, and a strong to severe storm threat this afternoon

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Evelyn Hockstein / For The Washington Post A federal program was established to help disadvantaged areas. That's not where most of the money goes. Eleven businesses accounted for more than 70 percent of HUBZone dollars awarded, with money often going to wealthier areas. By John D. Harden · Read more As pot flourishes in D.C., federal ban restricts use by tenants in public housing Marijuana is legal in the nation's capital but not on federal land and in government-subsidized dwellings. By Paul Schwartzman · Read more   D.C.-area forecast: Waves of showers possible, and a strong to severe storm threat this afternoon There may be a few rounds of raindrops. The focus is on afternoon and perhaps into evening. By A. Camden Walker · Read more   Coast Guard officer accused of terror plot remains in custody, but judge will consider terms of a release Christopher Hasson, who prosecutors say planned to target politicians and journalists, had asked a federal judge to free him, pending a trial on gun and drug charges. By Justin Jouvenal and Lynh Bui · Read more   Fewer are using it, but revenue still is up on the Dulles Toll Road Revenues from the increased tolls are being used to pay for the Silver Line. By Lori Aratani · Read more     ADVERTISEMENT   Maria Butina, Russian who conspired to infiltrate the NRA, due for sentencing Prosecutors are seeking an 18-month prison term, as her lawyers ask for time served and deportation. By Spencer S. Hsu · Read more   Federal agents search Baltimore City Hall and Mayor Catherine Pugh's homes The action increased calls for the mayor to resign amid controversy over her book deals. By Ann E. Marimow, Peter Hermann and Lynh Bui · Read more   Teachers and students protest the D.C. education budget, calling it inequitable They called on the mayor to invest more in schools. By Perry Stein · Read more   Metro selects sites for two new office buildings as part of consolidation plan Cost savings cited as transit agency presses to move from outdated headquarters and leased space. By Michael Laris · Read more     ADVERTISEMENT   Preschool director placed on leave amid allegations teacher sexually abused students Washington Hebrew says action does not mean it agrees with assertion it did not properly handle abuse reports. By Perry Stein · Read more   Perspective Time's up, baby boomers. It's Gen X's turn now. Take the mic away from them and give the next generation a shot at leading. By Petula Dvorak · Read more   After deadly violence worldwide, Maryland faith leaders break matzoh together Interfaith gathering showed unity in the face of attacks on religious institutions. By Jennifer Barrios · Read more   A Dupont Circle rowhouse retains echoes of its past HOUSE OF THE WEEK | The neo-Richardsonian Romanesque home met the fate of many large houses before the current owners restored it. By Kathy Orton · Read more   Recommended for you Get the Capital Weather Gang newsletter Your daily forecast and important weather updates, every day at the break of dawn. From Capital Weather Gang experts. Sign Up

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