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Prince George’s County Council passes bill ending pit bull ban, wraps up session

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Montgomery County executive candidates weigh in on economic development, aging schools

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Virginia school reaches settlement after expelling Jewish students who reported antisemitic bullying

Government Shutdown Education

Trump administration takes major step toward dismantling the Education Department

Maryland head coach Mike Locksley

With Locksley returning, Maryland tries to chart a path to football success

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College student paralyzed, 13-year-old wounded in October shooting at Howard University's homecoming

Congress acts swiftly to force release of Epstein files, sending bill to Trump

Weather
Tuesday turns soggy with rain showers in DC area

NTSB finds 2 blackouts struck huge cargo ship before it crashed into Baltimore bridge

‘You ready?’: Montgomery Co. man pleads guilty to mailing threats against Jewish institutions in DC region

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Court settlement calls for NPR to get $36M in government funds to operate US public radio system

House majority forces vote on bill to restore collective bargaining for most federal employees

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New puppy yoga studio opening in AdMo!

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Why the Dolphins won in overtime against the Commanders

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These DC ambassadors keep the streets clean and offer a friendly face to visitors

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Alexandria Police Department celebrates 250 years of the Marines with cake and a sword

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Politics, overdrinking and not flushing: How to get kicked out of Thanksgiving

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National Air and Space Museum reopens after record 43-day government shutdown

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Washington Spirit prepares to defend DC in NWSL playoffs

DC businesses feel impact of National Zoo’s closure — and reopening

A 6-year-old’s courage celebrated by kids in Prince George’s County

DC parents get hands-on look at how kids learn math

As part of safety push, motor assist on DC e-bikes is slowing down

For DMV Chocolate and Coffee Festival, closure of Dulles Expo Center is bittersweet goodbye

Airlines are optimistic about a quick recovery ahead of Thanksgiving once the FAA ends flight cuts

How a co-worker turned caregiver is transforming a Virginia woman’s life

Commanders select Texas-based architecture firm to design new DC stadium

The DC-area coach proving tennis is ‘for everyone’ with inclusive programming

Montgomery County Council member confronted by apparent ICE agents

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Behind the scenes: National Harbor tree lighting and holiday fireworks kickoff

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Trump dismisses US intelligence that Saudi prince was likely aware of 2018 killing of journalist

Cloudflare Outage

Cloudflare resolves outage that impacted thousands, ChatGPT, X and more

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US Marijuana Laws What To Know?

After years of vetoes, Virginia poised to launch adult-use cannabis market

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Ahead of planned vote, Fairfax Co. massage therapy businesses concerned about changes to when they can lock doors

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Pet of the Week: Heritage and Milo are ready to become part of your family!

D.C. works to connect math skills and real-world jobs for students

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Northern Virginia is home to several data centers.

A key vote that could decide if DC-area data centers jack up your power bill

Explore programs offering no-cost energy conservation kits and rebates for qualifying appliances

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New yoga studio featuring fluffy friends now open in DC’s Adams Morgan

A recent rendering of the redesigned Key Bridge.

Cost projection for new Key Bridge doubles, with expected opening far later than first hoped

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Man fatally shot by DC police near Deanwood Metro

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Road closures in effect for certain parts of DC during dignitary visit

FILE - Penn State head coach James Franklin watches during the first half of the Orange Bowl College Football Playoff semifinal game on Jan. 9, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

James Franklin hired as Virginia Tech's coach, just over a month after Penn State fired him

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With battle lines drawn on redistricting, Md. Gov. Moore work to shift line in their favor

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Virginia Tech food safety expert offers advice on keeping turkey free of germs

Pictured is the Booz Allen Hamilton Tysons Corner Headquarters in McLean, Virginia. (Courtesy Booz Allen Hamilton)

Booz Allen Hamilton to relocate headquarters out of McLean

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Husband and wife killed in Anne Arundel County shooting

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‘It’s not enough’: Montgomery Co. faces high student-to-counselor ratios despite mental health push

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New laws passed, others yet to be voted on, as Prince George’s Co. Council ends year

County News

Trump urged GOP-led states to redraw US House districts. Now other states also are gerrymandering

NTSB finds 2 blackouts struck huge cargo ship before it crashed into Baltimore bridge

Prince George’s County Council passes bill ending pit bull ban, wraps up session

Virginia school reaches settlement after expelling Jewish students who reported antisemitic bullying

Tuesday turns soggy with rain showers in DC area

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Working Capital: These ambassadors in DC keep the streets clean and offer a friendly face

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Montgomery County teacher wins on 'Jeopardy!'

Take home feasts from Carmine's are available for pickup on Nov. 26 and Nov. 27.

The DC area's best Thanksgiving takeout feasts and holiday packages

VIDEOS

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This WTOP Beer of the Week goes well with raw oysters and grilled stuff

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WATCH: House passes bill to end historic government shutdown

APTOPIX Death of the Penny

WATCH: US Mint presses final pennies

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2025 Pets of the Week

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PHOTOS: Limited edition America250 commemorative ornament revealed

PHOTOS: Amazing auroras dance across DC region

VIRGINIA

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Virginia Supreme Court refuses to review AG’s appeal in college board appointees case

EDUCATION

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A terrible grade for DC in new health report on moms and babies

FAIRFAX COUNTY

Police say surveillance photos show suspects in an ATM theft that took place at an Apple Federal Credit Union branch in Fairfax.

ATM jackpotting: Fairfax Co. police say $175,000 stolen from credit union ATM over several hours

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