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Georgetown sidewalks may get decked out — literally

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Annapolis City Council approves bill condemning Trump for Capitol riot

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Md. education officials study ways to help students who fell behind during online learning

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Bill to eliminate Va. death penalty advances; cost savings debated

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Bill to eliminate minimum sentences, except for most serious crimes, advances in Va.

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Settlement for woman improperly detained by Frederick Co. deputies during traffic stop

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Maryland teen arrested in shooting death of another teen

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Prince George’s Co. tightens vaccinations to restrict non-residents

Bill to eliminate Va. death penalty advances; cost savings debated

Bill to eliminate minimum sentences, except for most serious crimes, advances in Va.

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Bill to eliminate Va. death penalty advances; cost savings debated

Bill to eliminate minimum sentences, except for most serious crimes, advances in Va.

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Georgetown sidewalks may get decked out — literally

Armed National Guard will remain in DC for weeks

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