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McAuliffe concedes as Youngkin projected to win Va. governor's race; Republicans lead in lt. gov., attorney general races 11/03/2021 09:53am • Republican Glenn Youngkin, a former business executive and a first-time political candidate, was projected early Wednesday by The Associated Press to win the governorship of Virginia, beating Democratic former governor Terry McAuliffe in a result that seemed unlikely over the summer and could have n Virginians wagered nearly $294 million in September sports betting 11/01/2021 04:43pm • Almost 10 months after it commenced, sports betting continues to grow in Virginia, with nearly $294 million wagered during the month of September. According to a release from Virginia Lottery, Virginians wagered $293,851,531 between Sept. 1 and Sept. 30 - a 61% increase from the previous month an DC Council may aid medical marijuana while endangering the pot 'gift' economy 10/31/2021 12:09am • The D.C. Council will be considering legislation on Nov. 2 to help providers and consumers of medical marijuana affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The legislation may also cripple the city���s gray market of retail and delivery services that provide marijuana as ���gifts.��� Ahead of an open hear 'A different kind of candidate' ��� Glenn Youngkin touts outsider status in Va. governor's race 10/29/2021 05:45am • Republican gubernatorial candidate Glenn Youngkin speaks during a rally in Glen Allen, Va., Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021. Youngkin will face Democrat Terry McAuliffe in the November election. (AP Photo/Steve Helber) EDITOR���S NOTE: Virginians have��a few days left to vote��for the commonwealth���s s As Latino communities grow in Maryland, leaders discuss why representation matters 10/28/2021 11:59pm • This content was republished with permission from WTOP���s news partners at Maryland Matters. Sign up for Maryland Matters��� free email subscription today. The 2020 census revealed that Latinos grew from 8% of the Maryland population in 2010 to 12% in 2020, making representation in government mo Goucher poll: Economy is top issue on Maryland voters' minds in governor's race 10/28/2021 05:18am • The top issue on most Marylanders��� minds as the state continues to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic and the 2022 election nears is the economy and jobs, according to a new poll. About 28% of voters in a��Goucher Poll released Thursday��said the economy was the issue that would be most importa Ron Rivera believes Antonio Gibson is 'still scratching the surface' as a pro 10/27/2021 02:17pm • ��� Rivera believes Gibson is 'still scratching the surface' at RB originally appeared on NBC Sports Washington With��2020 representing the year where Antonio Gibson made his first splash in the NFL, 2021 was supposed to be the campaign where he cannonballed. The college-receiver-turned-pro Cigarette sales in America were falling ��� then COVID hit 10/27/2021 12:10pm • We all had to find our own ways to cope with the pandemic lockdowns last year. Some people bought Pelotons and baked bread. Others took a slightly less healthy route. Cigarette sales in America last year rose for the first time in two decades, a new report from the Federal Trade Commission says. Montgomery County Executive backs guaranteed income pilot program 10/26/2021 06:43pm • Montgomery County, Maryland, Executive Marc Elrich supports an effort to put $1.9 million in county money toward a two-year program that will give recipients $800 a month. On Tuesday, Elrich appeared at a news conference on the steps of the Montgomery County Council building with Council members Plug-in hybrids offer an easier way to switch to electric without range anxiety 10/26/2021 12:09pm • This content is sponsored by Fair Oaks. Electric vehicles are the future, but if you want to take a smaller step, the plug-in hybrid is your ticket. While you might think of a plug-in hybrid as a small, odd-looking car built for efficiency, times have changed. The plug-in hybrid has gone more mai West Virginia governor would welcome 3 Western Md. counties with 'open arms' 10/22/2021 01:23pm • FILE - In this March 12, 2020, file photo, West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice speaks during a press conference at the State Capitol in Charleston, W.Va. (F. Brian Ferguson/Charleston Gazette-Mail via AP, File) If lawmakers from three GOP-leaning counties in Western Maryland had their way, their coun Best places to retire that aren���t far from DC 10/19/2021 04:51pm • By now, Florida is practically synonymous with the word "retirees," and the latest rankings of Best Places to Retire from U.S. News & World Report bear that out. Eight cities from the Sunshine State are in the top 10 this year, with several more ranked not far behind. What makes Saraso Montgomery Co. to consider grants for businesses that subsidize child care 10/19/2021 05:06am • The Montgomery County Council will consider legislation that would establish a matching grant program for small businesses that subsidize child care costs for their employees in the Maryland county. Montgomery County Council Vice President Gabe Albornoz said he and his co-sponsor, County Council What makes Sarasota the Best Place to Retire in 2022 10/19/2021 12:00am • Sarasota has the white-sand beaches and sparkling water that many people dream about in a retirement spot. The cost of living is reasonable, which means even retirees on a budget can consider relocating to Sarasota. This Florida beach destination also has the amenities retirees need, including nearb Best places to retire in 2022 10/19/2021 12:00am • Find your ideal retirement spot. You might be able to save money and improve your quality of life by relocating to a retirement spot that better suits your interests and budget. A new U.S. News analysis compares the 150 largest metropolitan areas in the country as potential places to retire. The