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This interactive section lists the most popular stories on WTOP.com. Popularity is determined by a combination of elements including how many times a story is viewed, Facebook "Likes" and user comments. You can also sort by section using the NewsQ Filter in the right column. Note: Stories won't necessarily be in chronological order and there may be older stories in the list.

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Pair of Md. brothers may have ties to terror groups

Sun May 19, 2013

Police think two local brothers, both accused of leading a cigarette-smuggling ring, may have ties to terror groups. Full Story

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UMBC student found stabbed in residence hall

Sun May 19, 2013

A University of Maryland Baltimore County student was found stabbed in his residence hall, and a student who had withdrawn from the school has been arrested. Full Story

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No Triple Crown: Oxbow upsets Orb at Preakness

Sun May 19, 2013

- Right from the start, a horse trained by one not so over-the-hill Hall of Famer and ridden by another took control of the Preakness. The result: a huge upset and the end of any hopes for a Triple Crown attempt at the Belmont Stakes. Full Story

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Montgomery Co. math failure rates spark outrage, plans

Sun May 19, 2013

Montgomery County Public Schools are shedding more light on a big problem -- high failure rates on the math final exams. Full Story

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Alleged jail-gang leader to be transferred

Sun May 19, 2013

Tavon White, the alleged leader of a jailhouse gang at the Baltimore City Detention Center, will reportedly await trial in federal custody outside Maryland. And there's more bad news about the Baltimore jail. Full Story

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Family of man killed by undercover cop gets $100k

Sun May 19, 2013

- The family of a man shot and killed by an undercover Baltimore police officer in 2009 has settled a lawsuit against the city for $100,000. Full Story

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O's Johnson takes blame for Rays' rally in 9th

Sun May 19, 2013

The only finger-pointing Baltimore Orioles closer Jim Johnson did after blowing his second straight save after converting a club-record 35 in a row was at himself. Full Story