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'Why this guy?': Prince George’s Co. leader praises community activist fatally shot in Largo

KETTERING, MARYLAND - OCTOBER 22: Maryland Democratic Senate candidate Angela Alsobrooks speaks to members of the media following a campaign stop at The Grooming Lounge barbershop on October 22, 2024 in Kettering, Maryland. Alsobrooks is in a tight race with her opponent Maryland Republican Senate candidate former Gov. Larry Hogan, with recent polls showing Alsobrooks pulling ahead in a race that could impact control of the U.S. Senate. (Photo by Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)

Alsobrooks resigns as Prince George's Co. executive ahead of move to US Senate

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A dry and warm November in DC broke records

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Maryland needs another 30,000 behavioral health workers to meet growing demand

Prince William Co. superintendent named to multistate council to improve health and well-being of students

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Virginia lawmakers to consider proposal to support regional airports

Biden pardons his son Hunter despite previous pledges not to

Maryland man indicted on charges he left US to sexually abuse child

Virginia’s best-selling booze? Tito’s still leads the pack, but tequila is hot

Kalorama calling the well-heeled new Trump administration?

Stupid Good BBQ opens in Springfield this week (why it's called that)

3 reasons to review FEHB, PSHB plan options before Open Season ends

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Why Cyber Monday scammers are more adept than they were last year

Cyber Monday Tempted By Temu

Shopping on Shein and Temu for holiday gifts? You're not the only one

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How to save more on Cyber Monday

Black Friday Preview

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are all one long block of sales now, lasting more than a day (but not forever)

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Black Friday and Cyber Monday holiday gift ideas for stargazers

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Pres. Joe Biden pardons his son Hunter despite previous pledges not to

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Car trouble takes fun out of the Sunday after Thanksgiving

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Small Business Saturday shines a spotlight on ‘the soul of the community’

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DC Cocktail Week kicks off with specialty drinks at local bars, restaurants

Adams Morgan debuts pizza box trash cans

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How DC-area shoppers celebrated Black Friday

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Over 7K run in 23rd annual Trot For Hunger, raising nearly $1M

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How DC-area shoppers celebrated Black Friday

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Turkey Bowl played in DC — ‘This is like the Super Bowl for DC high schools’

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DC restaurant continues Thanksgiving turkey-fry tradition for a cause

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It’s a Thanksgiving tradition in DC — hundreds turn out to volunteer at Food & Friends

Topics to talk about during Thanksgiving other than politics

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Pizza box trashcans are scattered throughout downtown Adams Morgan in a bid to help curb late night littering in the District. (WTOP/Jimmy Alexander)

Get a slice of this: Adams Morgan's new pizza box trash cans

Trump Transition Arab Americans

Trump names Massad Boulos, campaign liaison and family relative, as a senior adviser on Middle East

Kash Patel

Trump says he'll nominate Kash Patel as FBI director to remake the agency. Here's what happens next

Plane Crash Puppy Survivor

Family of pilot who died on an animal rescue flight to receive remains of dog killed in crash

Dylan Strome scores a goal for the Capitals

Lighting the Lamp: Caps still on with Ovechkin out

The Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 Final Edition is loud send off for the V8 engine and tons of off-road capabilities but this is final year for this beast of an SUV.

Car Review: Wrangler Rubicon 392 Final Edition goes loudly into the night for the final year of a V-8 Jeep

Open Season Exchange: Why revisiting your plan options matter

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Armed man dead following standoff with police in Howard County

Risk & Compliance Exchange: Why compliance, cybersecurity hinge on repeatable processes

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Car trouble takes fun out of the Sunday after Thanksgiving

Wintry Weather

Lake-effect snow blankets the Great Lakes as Thanksgiving travelers head home

Davison Igbinosun #1 of the Ohio State Buckeyes grabs a Michigan flag following his team's defeat against the Michigan Wolverines at Ohio Stadium on November 30, 2024 in Columbus, Ohio.

College Football Corner: Virginia Tech goes bowling while Buckeyes are befuddled

Stellantis-CEO Resigns

Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares steps down as carmaker continues struggle with slumping sales

Obit-Bob Bryar

Former My Chemical Romance drummer Bob Bryar dies at age 44

Judge's gavel

Court issues $17.2 million penalty against Prince George’s firm in investment scheme

festival of lights

+2.5 million lights featured in Maryland holiday display

Jayden Daniels #5 of the Washington Commanders throws a pass in the fourth quarter of a game against the Tennessee Titans at Northwest Stadium on December 01, 2024 in Landover, Maryland

Jayden Daniels has 4 TDs as the Commanders end their skid at 3 by beating the Titans 42-19

County News

Virginia lawmakers to consider proposal to support regional airports

Alsobrooks resigns as Prince George’s Co. executive ahead of move to US Senate

Prince William Co. superintendent named to multistate council to improve health and well-being of students

A dry and warm November in DC broke records

Maryland needs another 30,000 behavioral health workers to meet growing demand

woman holding 'i buy DC' sign

Small Business Saturday shines a spotlight on ‘the soul of the community’

A man works at a standup desk

Why your standing desk isn’t the health hack you thought it was

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The ultimate holiday gift guide for DC-area foodies

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Plane Crash Puppy Survivor

Shattered hearts: Fairfax County animal-rescue pilot remembered for 'boundless generosity'

Thanksgiving Grandma More Guests

Text message between strangers paved way for heartwarming Thanksgiving tradition

Great Loop Canoeist

Canoeist is paddling the 6,000-mile Great Loop out of gratitude for life

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Macy's Thanksgiving Parade

PHOTOS: Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

France Notre Dame Eyesore

Notre Dame primps for its grand post-blaze return

Austria Sausage Stands

This Vienna sausage stand is more than just a snack stall. Now it has a UNESCO heritage recognition

ENTERTAINMENT

Film Review - Moana 2

'Moana 2' sails to a record $221 million opening as Hollywood celebrates a moviegoing feast

LIFESTYLE NEWS

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New 'intermittent sobriety' trend on the rise during the holidays

GOVERNMENT NEWS

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