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Prosecutors: Prince George's Co. woman was killed, dismembered by daughter and granddaughter

Fare gates are seen outside a Metro station. (Max Smith/WTOP)

Application for discounted Metro fares to begin June 20

Former FBI operative Eric O'Neill joins Major Garrett to discuss the takedown of Robert Hanssen on this week's episode of "The Takeout."

Robert Hanssen, FBI agent convicted of spying for Russia, dead at 79

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Unresponsive pilot seen slumped over before deadly Virginia plane crash, officials say

Fairfax County police officers learn about the Zencity survey taking place online. (WTOP / Megan Cloherty)

Survey hopes to improve policing in Fairfax Co.

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Loss of oxygen in cabin may have led to Virginia plane crash, experts say

What happens at the Capitol when an aircraft flies into DC's no-fly zone?

Mother of Va. 6-year-old who shot teacher will plead guilty to federal felony charges in deal with prosecutors

What is a sonic boom? And other questions about the drama above DC airspace

National Theatre honors local high school musical theater at Brandon Victor Dixon Awards

Montgomery Co. police searching for suspect after teenager shot at Silver Spring block party

How a few agency leaders are defining, measuring ‘meaningful’ in-person work

Simple and tidy Italianate style row houses homes, Washington DC. House on far right is covered in formstone - See lightbox for more

Investors have soured on DC housing market, but still like Baltimore

The escape room experience has evolved since they first started gaining popularity about a decade ago. (Courtesy Escapology)

National Harbor getting 8 high-tech 'escape rooms'

The Gig Economy text with keywords on a book. Chart or mechanism concept.

High demand for gig work from seniors, Northern Va. staffing company says

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Apple unveils a $3,500 headset as it wades into the world of virtual reality

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House Republicans ready contempt vote against FBI director Wray over Biden document

A Prince George's County police cruiser.

1 dead in Prince George's Co. hit-and-run

(Photo Courtesy Frederick County Sheriff's Office)

3 dead after car plunges into Frederick Co. quarry

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The Maryland State Board of Education reviews a report on college and career readiness with some members of the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future Accountability and Implementation Board on May 23 in Baltimore.

Md. education reform efforts include a focus on college and career readiness standards

Germany Berlin Topless Bathing

No longer in the days of 'Baywatch:' local aquatic centers struggle to staff new lifeguards

Washington Nationals manager Dave Martinez, second from left, stands in the dugout as Washington's Lane Thomas walks off the field after striking out in the third inning of a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies, Saturday, June 3, 2023, in Washington. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

Nats still in the basement after drubbing by Phillies

The dash is filled with large screens and nifty storage areas thanks to the center bridge. (Special Contributor Brian Armstead)

Car Review: The 2023 Hyundai IONIQ 6 is another Tesla killer

Happy Black Soldier Woman Talking To Female Therapist During Meeting In Office, Smiling African American Military Lady In Camouflage Uniform Speaking With Counselor After Successful Therapy

Event for women veterans in Prince George's Co. aims to take frustration out of filing claims

Maryland Rep. Jamie Raskin, seen here on February 9, said on June 4 that he is “seriously considering” a bid for Senate.

Md. Rep. Jamie Raskin will decide on Senate run ‘before the Fourth of July’

A picture from Loudoun County Animal Services shows the animals crated up in one of the residences. (Courtesy Loudoun County Animal Rescue)

'Particularly disturbing': Animal cruelty charges for 3 Loudoun co. residents

Corgi dog smile and happy in summer sunny day

'If it's too hot for you, it's too hot for them:' Md. vet's tips for pet summer safety

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Hormone patches or creams for menopause symptoms may have lower blood pressure risk than pills

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A pile of rubble is all that is left after the removal of the pedestal that once held the statue of Confederate General Robert E. Lee on Monument Ave., Thursday Dec. 23, 2021, in Richmond, Va. Workers will continue their search for a famed 1887 time capsule that was said to be buried under the massive monument. A box found in the pedestal did not contain items described in historic papers. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)

Black-owned company begins to revitalize former Robert E. Lee monument site in Va.

Coffee is prepared at Vigilante Coffee, Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2021, in College Park, Md. A confluence of supply chain problems, drought, frost and inflation all point to the price of your cup of morning coffee going up. The tricky part is trying to figure when — and how much. A sustained drought followed by two July frosts blew a hole in Brazil's coffee output, sending futures contract prices for the popular Arabica bean to near seven-year highs. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Why yesterday's coffee can make you tired today

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Unresponsive pilot seen slumped over before deadly Virginia plane crash, officials say

Application for discounted Metro fares to begin June 20

Loss of oxygen in cabin may have led to Virginia plane crash, experts say

Mother of 6-year-old who shot teacher will plead guilty to federal felony charges in deal with prosecutors

Prosecutors: Woman was killed, dismembered by daughter and granddaughter

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