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Heat can boil over into domestic abuse

Every degree jump on the thermometer takes it’s toll in many homes as people strike out at each over with domestic abuse, physical and verbal abuse. That’s why the annual partnership between Becky’s Fund and the Washington Nationals Strike Out Domestic Violence Awareness Day was so on target the other night. Fans heard and saw public service announcements about the painful problem and how Becky’s Fund can help those who are being abused.

Emergency guide: What you should do to prepare for emergencies

WASHINGTON — Do you know what you'd do if an emergency hits? What if you're at work, your spouse is stuck in traffic and your children are in school? There's no way to plan for every emergency, but you can make sure you're prepared for different scenarios, including making a plan for your family and building a kit of emergency supplies.
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