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Michelle Obama to Appear on Carpool Karaoke

Ever since "Late Late Show" host James Corden introduced "Carpool Karaoke," it's been a viral hit, attracting all sorts of megastars like Adele and Selena Gomez to sing along with him while he drives in his car. But First Lady Michelle Obama may one-up all of his former guests — and it appears she may have some Beyonce on the mind when she does.

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"Stop, what's your business today at the White House," a gruff guard asks Corden as he pulls up to the White House gates in a minute-long preview video posted on YouTube by the "Late Late Show." >>>See the preview.

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— President Obama (@POTUS) July 20, 2016

Extended Heat Wave Details: Virginia Weather Forecast

Enjoy temperatures in the 80s while you can. Record high temperatures are expected to arrive Friday and will make for a dangerous weekend outside, according to forecasters.

On Saturday, the index will be 103 degrees and will likely climb even higher both Sunday and Monday, according to the National Weather Service. >>>Read more.


Scary Road Rage in Rosslyn: Man Pulls Gun on Driver Who Honked

  • Police say two women were threatened after honking at a vehicle that was in the way.

Ri Ra in Georgetown Offers Up Crazy Cocktail Menu During Republican National Convention

  • Try a "Meet Me at the Canadian Border" or a "When Hillary Met John" while watching the convention Wednesday evening.

Virginia Railway Express Ridership Soars During Metro Repairs

  • Last week's 100,000-plus riders is a record for VRE.

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