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Oct 08, 2012

Mike Shanahan Criticized for Calling RGIII’s Concussion ‘Mild’

Redskins star quarterback Robert Griffin III was injured during yesterday’s loss to the Atlanta Falcons, and now people are questioning whether Coach Mike Shanahan should have referred to his concussion as “mild.”

May 10, 2012

Redskins Great Art Monk Sues NFL Over Long-Term Concussion Effects

Art Monk, one of the greatest wide receivers in NFL history and the best to ever play at the position for the Redskins, is suing the league over brain injuries he suffered during his career.

Sep 02, 2011

Defense: Cops Did Not Properly Mirandize Lululemon Murder Suspect

Perhaps realizing that “she used to use her head to hit a soccer ball” might not be the airtight defense they’re looking for, attorneys for Brittany Norwood now say they plan to argue that police did not properly Mirandize the suspected murderer before she spoke with police.

Aug 31, 2011

Attorneys Claim Soccer Injuries Led to Lululemon Murder

Yesterday, a Montgomery County judge denied a request made by attorneys representing Brittany Norwood, the woman on trial for the brutal murder of Jayna Murray inside the Bethesda Lululemon.

Jul 15, 2011

Police Arrest Driver Who Allegedly Hit Biker, Sparking Beating

Last month, we reported on an incident in Adams Morgan where two cyclists, Ian Barry and Saul Leiken, were involved in a late-night collision with a driver at the intersection of 18th Street and Columbia Road NW. Police have now arrested the man who allegedly hit Barry.

Sep 03, 2008

Caps Briefing: Pothier Hoping to Return

Just yesterday, the first reader question Hockey News columnist Adam Proteau answered about the entire NHL came from a Caps fan frustrated about the lack of information about Brian Pothier’s recovery from a serious concussion. Pothier missed the second half of last season and all of the playoffs, and was believed close to retirement. But one frustrated fan wanted to know for sure. You’ve got to love the quick and thorough response to an online…

 
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