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Silver Spring candidate makes bid for Montgomery board

PTA leader from Silver Spring, Shebra Evans, has filed for open at-large seat.

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Montgomery candidate unveils a most interesting ad

Beth Daly borrows from a much-used Internet meme to tout her County Council candidacy.

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O’Malley: Those under 25 expect ‘a new way of leadership’

(Patrick Semansky / AP)

The Maryland governor says in an interview that the younger generation is looking for something different.

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5 things to watch as the week gets underway in Annapolis

(Patrick Semansky / AP)

Cellphone smuggling, dog bites, transgender protections and smoking in cars are on the agenda.

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Maryland signals slow probe of health exchange troubles

Republicans and some Democrats accuse state leaders of shielding a candidate for governor from fallout.

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U-Md.’s ‘Spring’ freshmen move in

(Astrid Riecken / For The Washington Post)

One out of every five freshmen at College Park is admitted to start in January, keeping campus packed.

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Saga of failed Rockville real estate firm unfolds in court

Opus East, once a highly profitable Rockville developer, becomes target of creditors in bankruptcy case.

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In last week as BAE CEO, Hudson looks forward

Outgoing BAE executive says industry must adapt to attract the talent that is today drawn to Google.

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Maryland looks to boost cybersecurity profile

The state is starting a cyber roundtable meant to help it position itself as center of the industry.

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O’Malley: Jail, health exchange part of far broader record

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In an interview, the governor says an administration should not be judged by a few successes or shortcomings.

 

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Mall in Columbia slowly returns to routine after fatal shooting

Shoppers dropped flowers into the fountain instead of coins, turning a fun ritual into a somber memorial.

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Drone startup with D.C. area roots introduces ‘The Pocket Drone’

At under $500, the personal drone comes ready-to-fly. The company sees 2014 as the “Year of the Drone.“

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Smartphones get more sophisticated; their owners don’t

For many, the features of their fancy phones go unused because they’re too confusing or intimidating.

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Plant workers want what they had, but times have changed

Wall Street is booming, but for many blue-collar workers the economic recovery has yet to materialize.

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Local ballerinas take the stage for auditions

Dozens of local ballerinas auditioned for a chance to gain acceptance into one of the most selective summer ballet programs.

Maryland State of the State address

Gov. Martin O’Malley laid out a case that he has made Maryland stronger during “difficult and important days.”

Snowfall hits D.C. region

A winter storm sweeps into the area, bringing cold temperatures and gusty winds.

Snow falls on D.C. area

Although the sleet and snow didn’t quite stick in the urban core, snow accumulated in the suburbs.

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.

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