The weekly news analysis from I Hate Politics: DC NPR radio station shuts down news website, lays off 15. MCPS changes how it calculates eligibility for Title 1 dollars and kicks four schools off the list; but keeps the online academy and extended school year for two schools. A new state bill pushes adoption of phonetic learning; state bill prioritizes how gas companies invest in infrastructure; and Pepco allows indefinite credits for net metering of rooftop solar power. Music from DC songwriter and composer Oren Levine and the band Lucky So & So: https://ohljazz.com.