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Former boxing heavyweight champion George Foreman speaks to the media on the red carpet of the Sports Illustrated Legacy Awards Thursday, Oct. 1, 2015, in Louisville, Ky. Sports Illustrated announced that it will dedicate the franchise's Sportsman Legacy Award in the name of boxing legend Muhammad Ali. (AP Photo/Timothy D. Easley)

George Foreman, the glowering heavyweight who became a lovable champion, dies at 76

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Former Culpeper Co. sheriff sentenced to 10 years on federal bribery charges

Judges gavel in court

First on WTOP: Va. Supreme Court reverses conviction of man serving 2 life sentences for 2018 Loudoun murders

Maryland State Capital Dome

No new details on additional cuts in Maryland's latest 'budget framework'

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Comedian Bill Bellamy visits WTOP ahead of his show at MGM National Harbor

Campus Protests Columbia

Under threat from Trump, Columbia University agrees to policy changes

Dire situation on vanishing Tangier Island captured by new documentary

Data Doctors: Do I really need to stop using Chrome?

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Julian Reese and Maryland blow out Grand Canyon 81-49 in March Madness

Montgomery County is one of the healthiest places to live in the US

Back home for the early rounds, Maryland hopes to move past Alabama, Green Bay and Norfolk State

Layoffs, possible shutdown put contractors in uneasy state

National Park Service personnel trimming cherry trees at the Tidal Basin.

Before peak bloom, DC's cherry blossoms get 'ready for their close-up'

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It's here! Peduncle elongation reached

Two women standing in a colorful room at ARTECHOUSE.

Where to celebrate cherry blossom season in the DC area

Cherry blossom decor in Ambar's Shaw location.

Cherry blossom-themed high tea, cocktails and other treats in the DC area

Cherry Blossoms Washington

Can you identify the first pair of cherry trees ever planted in DC?

Cherry blossoms in bloom with the Capitol in the background.

What to know about DC's cherry blossoms

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MDTA did not do risk assessment on Key Bridge, ignoring vulnerabilities, NTSB says

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What is peduncle elongation?

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One final trim for DC’s cherry blossom trees

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‘Crab 5’ shirts take center court as U.Md. prepares for NCAA Tournament

Facing budget shortfall, Fairfax Co. considers cutting high school crossing guards

NASA astronauts return to Earth after 9 months stuck in space

Pet of the Week: Meet Duck Duck Goose — plus Lester, the rabbit!

Prince George’s Co. police credit genealogy as they arrest suspect in cold case homicide

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Fairfax Co. middle schooler eyes world record for solving puzzle cubes

Explore the mystery behind the ‘first’ cherry blossoms ever planted in DC

DC Mayor Bowser confronted by mother of Karon Hylton-Brown during news conference

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DC leaders express cautious optimism on avoiding massive budget cuts

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Rally supports returning NIH workers in Bethesda amid concern over research cuts

Woman with local ties blazes her own path on the baseball diamond

Faith in action: Northern Va. church provides resources for laid-off federal workers

Washington Spirit sees season ticket growth, fan interest increase after NWSL title run

Pink Tie Party kicks off National Cherry Blossom Festival with live performers, food and so much pink

clergy speak in front of Capitol

Religious leaders in DC say 'God is not pleased' with Trump's dismantling of federal government

Baltimore Bridge Collapse

Md. could have lowered chance of Key Bridge collapse. NTSB says state didn't do recommended risk assessment

Trump Speech

New tracker aims to help you keep up with White House executive orders

Cheeseburger with tomato and lettuce on wooden plank

Fuddruckers makes its Chinatown return thanks to a local entrepreneur

Maryland Juvenile Detention Abuse

Thousands allege sexual abuse in youth detention centers. It could cost Maryland a huge sum

Technology Passport Control

2 more cases of measles confirmed in Maryland

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Protesters hold 'study in' outside Department of Education headquarters

President Trump reshapes federal government with sweeping cuts and controversial appointments

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Capitals are 1st NHL team to clinch a playoff spot this season after being last to get in last year

Acura TLX Type S

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Virginia Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears

'We prepare for everything': Will Earle-Sears face a GOP primary in race for Va. governor?

EU World Happiness Report

Friday Freebies: Burgers, cherry blossom festivities, outdoor karaoke and more

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore

Maryland governor announces budget framework deal with taxes, cuts

Climate Making Money

Tesla closes Montgomery Mall showroom

Linda’s Cafe breakfast

St. Mary’s County voted for Trump, diners there worry about effect on military base

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Game on: How you can play & and win this season

Doug Collins smiles

VA secretary says firing of federal workers who are veterans is 'opportunity to find a different focus'

police presence in the road

1 in custody after hourslong standoff at CIA headquarters in McLean

Trump Starmer

WATCH: The fate of DOE and more Local Top Headlines

County News

No new details on additional cuts in Maryland’s latest ‘budget framework’

Comedian Bill Bellamy visits WTOP ahead of his show at MGM National Harbor

First on WTOP: Va. Supreme Court reverses conviction of man serving 2 life sentences for 2018 Loudoun murders

Dire situation on vanishing Tangier Island captured by new documentary

Protesters hold ‘study in’ outside Department of Education headquarters

Maryland basketball fans in stands

‘Crab 5’ shirts take center court as U.Md. prepares for NCAA Tournament

Shoppers at a jewelry booth

Things to do in the DC area: Sketchfest, Spring Art Walk ... and more!

a kid works on a Rubik's cube

Fairfax Co. middle-schooler eyes world record for solving puzzle cubes

VIDEOS

DC police boat

Good Samaritans reportedly pull driver who crashed into Potomac River to safety

SpaceX-Stuck Astronauts

NASA astronauts return to Earth after 9 months stuck in space

NCAA The Beloved Bracket Basketball

WATCH: Who invented the March Madness bracket?

PHOTO GALLERIES

2025 Buick Enclave Avenir

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Lester (right) and Duck Duck Goose (right)

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St Patricks Day Parade Georgia

St. Patrick’s Day brings boisterous parades and celebrations

GOVERNMENT

South Korea US Military Exercise

North Korean leader reaffirms support for Russia's war in Ukraine in talks with top official

WORLD

Israel hits new targets in Gaza after ceasefire shattered

Strikes in Gaza kill 85 overnight, bringing the total since Israel broke ceasefire to nearly 600

Business & Finance

Whitlow's opens at The Wharf, lots of memorabilia included

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WTOP's DC Sports Huddle

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