Sex-seeking cicadas begin to emerge in Southern Maryland

Cicadas have been spotted in St. Mary's County. The worst of the 17-year bug infestation will hit by the first week of June.

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Va. officers heading out to D.C. for police memorial

Bike for Blue to roll through central Va. Monday for police memorial in Washington

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Police from all over the U.S. gather to honor the fallen

A wreath-laying ceremony Sunday at the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial, in Judiciary Square in Northwest, served as a reminder both of the dangers of the job and the camaraderie that comes with it.

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Smoke forces evacuation of White House West Wing

Smoke forces reporters, photographers out of West Wing of the White House

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Water main break causes flooding, road closures in D.C.

A water main break has closed some roads in the District.

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New rules could mean less food trucks on D.C. streets

If a number of new proposals are passed in the District, it could change where you grab a quick lunch.

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The 2013 Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure

The annual event was held on the National Mall Saturday, May 11.

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Clinton gives Howard commencement speech

President Bill Clinton urged Howard University graduates to continuing serving even as they achieve success. He addressed the students during a commencement ceremony Saturday.

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Sacked SKorea spokesman denies abuse allegations

Dismissed South Korean presidential spokesman denies sexual abuse allegations

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Prince Harry opens weeklong US visit

Prince Harry highlighting wounded vets on first US visit since his Las Vegas shenanigans

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4 reputed members of DC gang sentenced to prison

4 reputed members of DC gang sentenced to prison; 2 others await sentencing later this month

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Makeover outside Union Station neglected fountain

Despite an $11 million makeover, the centerpiece of Columbus Circle remains in a state of disrepair.

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National Aquarium in DC to close

National Aquarium in DC to close, move 1,500 animals to Baltimore, other facilities

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D.C. judge promotes stroke awareness through personal experience

A local top judge is speaking out about the day his staff defied his orders -- and saved his brain.

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6 members of DC street gang facing sentencing

Six reputed members of a criminal street gang in the District of Columbia are being sentenced for a series of assaults.

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D.C. school closure lawsuit heads to court

Lawsuit over closure of 15 public schools in Washington heads to court

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Lawyer sentenced for stealing from clients

DC lawyer sentenced for stealing $100K from clients' disability, person injury settlements

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Toddler shot in SE, police search for man in connection

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Backstage: The weekend's top free concert events

The D.C. area is host to numerous free concerts during the summer months. WTOP has a list of some of the weekend's best.

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Triple shooting in D.C., responding officers crash cruiser

An accident involving a Metropolitan Police Department cruiser sent two D.C. police officers to the hospital Thursday night.

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