Good morning, Washington area — Five stories to keep you informed and get you going:
Md. Gov. O’Malley to sign gay marriage bill: Gay marriage is all but legalized in Maryland after the legislature gave its final OK Thursday to the law that’s being sent to Gov. Martin O’Malley, who said he expects to sign it sometime this week. http://bit.ly/wX7KXV
Senate rejects Va. budget in partisan dispute: “We’ve had budget stalemates before but none like this, saturated with power politics,” Senate Majority Leader Thomas K. Norment Jr. of James City County fumed after the vote. http://bit.ly/xLv4RJ
D.C.: Home to politicos, diplomats … and cheaters?: Washington is the best city in the country for people looking to cheat in their relationships, according to a website that facilitates adultery. http://bit.ly/yfZcgs
Nike shoe release sparks frenzy, frustration: Those hoping to score a pair of Nike Air Foamposite One “galaxy” shoes at a mall in Prince George’s County may be out of luck. Police say the release of the shoes was canceled at Prince George’s Plaza Mall due to a huge crowd and safety concerns. http://bit.ly/whjHY1
Friday Freebies: Birthday food, concerts and lottery tickets http://bit.ly/zPTrmq
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