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Douglass blows past Surrattsville
(Jonathan Newton / The Washington Post)
The Eagles go ground-and-pound to outscore Surrattsville 30-0 in the second half of their 38-6 victory in the regular season finale for both teams.
Maryland students show no significant gains on national tests
via Baltimore Sun
Volunteers Searching Maryland for Reptiles, AmphibiansTransit projects lack opening dates, and that’s okay
The Silver Line and the D.C. streetcar have things to prove to commuters and transportation planners.
Nalubola paces Centennial to title
(Toni L. Sandys / The Washington Post)
CROSS COUNTRY | Shreya Nalubola wins the Maryland 3A girls’ title and leads Centennial to the team crown; Severna Park boys dominate 4A meet.
Military dogs help keep the home front safe
(Prince George's County Police Department / Prince George's County Police Department)
Capitol and Prince George’s police departments utilize dogs that learned to detect bombs in war zones.
Animal Watch: Stallion cited for speed dating
A horse escapes its pasture and tries to mate with five neighboring horses in Montgomery County.
If you have the money, Beltway express lanes have the time
(Robert Thomson / TWP)
Some commuters avoid new lanes because of high tolls or confusing access points.
Michael Ford, Democratic campaign strategist, dies at 65
(Jacob Slaton / Clinton School of Public Service)
Mr. Ford helped craft campaign strategies for dozens of Democratic candidates over several decades.
Prem Suppogu dies after Maryland police chase and crash
via ABC 7 Washington
Gary L. Brooks, National Archives general counsel
Gary L. Brooks, 67, was a longtime general counsel for the National Archives and Records Administration.
Teenager killed when struck by Maryland police cruiser
A trooper struck two brothers as they tried to cross a busy highway on the Eastern Shore late Friday.
Three firefighters injured in Prince George’s blaze
Occupants of the Forestville house, including an 88-year-old, are found safe.
Some Charges Against Maryland School for the Deaf Aide Dropped
via WNEW DC
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Twin accused of killing his brother is laid to rest beside him
Wael Ali was killed less than two years after standing trial for murdering his brother in Columbia.
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Baseball stars who built a moneymaker are now bitter foes
Brendan Sullivan III and Rob Elwood played together at St. Albans. Now, they’re sparring over a D.C. business.
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A couple celebrates their 47-year journey at a Md. altar
Chased across the nation by intolerance, two women seal their mutual commitment.
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Lament of the powered-down federal worker
For many furloughed government workers, the smartphone is a symbol of the work they yearn to do but can’t.
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Teens find hope at International Burn Camp
Forty-four young burn survivors were selected to attend the event, now in its 18th year, in Anne Arundel County.
‘Ghost bike’ and rally pay tribute to bicyclist, mom
A stark, all-white bicycle and a safety-awareness ride attended by hundreds honor a woman who was struck and killed in August.
A therapeutic experience on ice
Special-needs children and their families find support through the Montgomery Cheetahs hockey program.
‘American Milkshake’: Life in ’90s Takoma Park
This little film project, opening in limited release Friday, found the limelight, thanks in part to indie filmmaker Kevin Smith.
Prince George’s County students return to school
More than 123,000 kids return to class, making the school system the first in the D.C. area to reopen after summer break.
All’s fair in Prince William County
Fun seekers flock to Manassas for the rides, food and games. On the final day, visitors enjoy a monster of a show.
Maryland Fly In
A group of personal-drone enthusiasts gather at an airport in Montgomery County to fly their aircraft.
It’s a family affair at the county fair
A brother and sister from Olney compete for the second year at the Montgomery County Agricultural Fair.
A mission of mercy
Needy locals lined up overnight at a Laurel high school to receive dental treatment.
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