In the 1800s, the main job requirement for most federal employees was loyalty to the newly-elected president. But after a rejected office-seeker shot President James Garfield, reformers won long-sought-after changes: workers hired for their expertise,

It was cheap to take our car on a ferry from Townsend to Coupeville, where we explored Whidbey Island. On the ride, we saw seals and incredible views.

Fans are gathered to watch the Washington Commanders and the Philadelphia Eagles face off in the NFC championship game. It has been more than 30 years since the Commanders played in the Super Bowl. NBC News’ Gary Grumbach reports from the official Commander's watch party where sports fans are eager to see their team win.

A 21-year-old Washington state woman faces two weapons charges in connection with the fatal shooting of a U.S. Border Patrol agent in Vermont.

The Washington Commanders have three quarterbacks ready to go for Sunday's NFC championship game against the Philadelphia Eagles.

Jalen Hurts and the Eagles took down Jayden Daniels and the Commanders in the NFC Championship Game. Here are the highlights!

Washington state’s U.S. senators have cosponsored legislation that would grant statehood to the District of Columbia.

The long-anticipated program is finally set to launch in April, WSDOT announced, offering rebates of up to $1,200 on electric bicycles.

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History of 'Hail to the Commanders' The Washington franchise was originally founded in 1932 in Boston. George Preston Marshall was the first owner and had the team playing at Fenw