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Red light cameras make millions of dollars for DC, but according to the Washington Post, they also save lives. A study to be released Tuesday by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety finds that traffic fatalities at those intersections dropped by 26 percent over a five-year period, slightly more than …

Spotted at the Potbelly at 11th and F. Our best offer?  How about $3.99, and we’ll call you at 5:30 to confirm.

Sharron Angle came up short against Sen. Harry Reid last November, but her next career move might just make her blush. [powdered nose] According to an invitation obtained by Hotline On Call, Angle was scheduled to appear as a “special guest” at a Jan. 21 promotion for SeneGence International makeup …

Approved by Summer, paid for by Fall and Spring. [this will make you hate snow even more] h/t JS via TVGawker

It is not a big truck.

New York Times’ Ashley Parker: Twitter, as a Helpmate, Goes to Capitol Hill Now Mr. Sharp, a 32-year-old with brown hair, glasses and a sprinkling of pale freckles across his face, is the human embodiment of Twitter, an energetic and smiling ambassador for that ubiquitous blue bird, ready and willing …

The Atlantic’s Chris Good: Egypt’s High-Powered D.C. Lobbying Ties As the world’s attention turns to protests and unrest in Egypt, it’s worth noting that the U.S. ally has employed some of the most powerful and high-profile lobbyists in the District of Columbia. h/t Ron Fournier & National Journal

Stuck without power til Sunday? Well, why sit inside when you can venture out to a fun, cozy, lively bar for people watching and/or chilling with friends? Here’s my top five for your viewing pleasure, and some extras for measure. Send us YOUR suggestions if you have others I’ve missed. …

This interactive map from The Oregonian captures Robert Gibbs enjoying Auburn’s win over Oregon. (You can zoom in on the interactive map and see the pride of Auburn High School a little better) Here is another view by Bruce Ely Sports Photography. Our tipster pointed out that there is a …

Saddle up your wagon and avoid the inadequate grass. The Oregon Trail lives! You can play the classic game on Facebook starting next month. Sadly, still no hover boards.