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- Silver Alert issued for Baltimore County man
- Person in custody in shooting of boy in Baltimore
- SC man accused of posing as contractor in Md.
- Towson Library reopened after being evacuated
- Bowie celebrates Memorial Day with parade
- Ocean City leaders vote to fund skate park
- U-Md. says it reported swim coach accusations
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Fire shuts down Labor Dept. building in DC
Fire shuts down Labor Dept. building in DC to most workers; employment report issued as usual
Researchers studying why college kids get the mumps
The outbreaks at area college campuses are part of a national pattern and researchers are trying to determine why college students are at risk for a childhood disease.
Lonely elephant to join herd at National Zoo in DC
A new elephant will be joining the herd at the National Zoo in Washington after her companion died at a zoo in Louisiana.
'Once Wild' aims for artistic revolution (Video)
"Once Wild: Isadora in Russia" opens this weekend at Georgetown University's Davis Performing Arts Center in collaboration with Word Dance Theater.
Local historical sites plan weekend of open house events
To engage the public and encourage local residents to "get to know" the 24 contestants, the historical sites will host open houses May 4-5.
Ethics board admonishes DC Councilmember Orange
DC Councilmember Vincent Orange admonished over business closure incident
Rabid raccoon found in D.C. neighborhood
The D.C. Department of Health is warning residents to be on alert after a rabid raccoon was found in a Northwest neighborhood.
Campaign against synthetic marijuana launched in D.C.
A new campaign in the District aims to warning young people about a dangerous but popular product: fake weed.
Metro DC sheds staid image to put young designers on fashion runway
he nation's capital has long been known as a place full of stuffy gray suits and neatly pressed ties, but these days, designers are loosening the top button.
Making a traditional margarita for Cinco de Mayo
For many Americans, sipping a nice, cold margarita goes hand-in-hand with celebrating Cinco de Mayo. Here's how you can make a delicious one at home.
Star Wars fans: May the 4th is your day
Calling all Jedis: It's time to dust off the old light saber.
National Cathedral hosts Flower Mart festival
National Cathedral in DC hosts Flower Mart family festival with plants, food and entertainment
New traffic patterns at Union Station unveiled
Long-planned improvements in the flow of traffic at one of D.C.'s worst traffic circles are now a reality.
National Mall overhaul draws $10M gift from VW
Plan to overhaul neglected site on National Mall draws $10 million gift from Volkswagen
DC police say fatal shooting was in self-defense
DC police: No charges in gunman in fatal Northeast shooting; apparent case of self-defense
Nearly 600 lbs of venison donated to D.C. food bank
Nearly 600 pounds of ground venison from the National Park Service is now being put to use at the D.C. Central Kitchen.
DC mayor wants access to licenses for immigrants
DC mayor to introduce bill allowing people in US illegally to get city driver's licenses
Celebrating Cinco de Mayo: Past and Present
On May 5, people across the United States will celebrate Cinco de Mayo with margaritas, mariachi and parades and festivals. But few know the history behind the day that so many Americans celebrate.
Local film festivals struggle with finances, venues
D.C. is becoming a less welcoming city for film festivals. And rising venue costs, combined with the growing use of digital services for viewing films, may spell the end for one of the city's most established film festivals.
D.C. driver accused of hitting pedestrian twice in fatal crash
Emmajean Gainey tried to avoid an erratic Toyota but was struck twice and pinned against a tree. She died at the scene. Now a D.C. woman is facing a voluntary manslaughter charge for her death.
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