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- Charges dropped against officer charged with DUI
- 2 Md. men charged with stealing car batteries
- Local kids aim for record books by learning to swim
- Man charged after allegedly hitting police car
- Retrial brings conviction in Md. officer's slaying
- Man arrested in December slaying of 14-year-old
- 'House of Cards' comes to Maryland Statehouse
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Deer Dilemma postscript: Md. spay program shows alternative
After rolling out the series "Deer Dilemma" about the National Park Service's plan to shoot deer in Rock Creek Park, WTOP heard from a group in Maryland that's been sterilizing deer as an alternative to killing them.
5 free ways to see Washington, a city of museums
5 free ways to explore the US capital, from Washington's museums to its revived waterfronts
Controversial Verizon Center sign project gets green light
D.C. regulators have granted the Verizon Center permission to install two large digital signs on the arena's facade despite concerns from residents.
Off the 8's: Please, you call this winter?
After 22 winters in Michigan, a little snow in Washington isn't going to faze me.
Q&A: Talking 'Luluisms' with veteran journalist Gina London
Kids say the darnest things, and 5-year-old Lulu London is no exception. Former CNN journalist Gina London spoke to WTOP Living about her new book, "Because I'm Small Now and You Love Me," which chronicles her daughter's funny sayings.
Howard U. students sue over sorority rejection
Two Howard University students and their mothers have sued the school and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority after the students were denied membership.
Man hit by Metrobus in downtown D.C.
A Metrobus hit a pedestrian in downtown D.C. Thursday morning, D.C. police say.
Pet of the Week: Bender, Australian Shepherd mix
WTOP Living is partnering with the Washington Animal Rescue League to feature a Pet of the Week available for adoption. Meet this week's pet, Bender.
Parts of Virginia struggle with power outages
While D.C.'s inner suburbs made it through the storm relatively unscathed, the same can't be said for parts of Virginia.
Officer's long wait for D.C. ambulance stirs debate
A District of Columbia police officer seriously injured in a hit-and-run crash had to wait at least 15 minutes for an ambulance from Prince George's County because none were available in Washington.
Verizon Center to get billboard-size digital signs
The D.C. Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs approved permits to allow billboard-size digital signs on the facade of Verizon Center by this summer.
Clock is ticking on area snow shoveling requirements
While not everyone got blasted with the white stuff, they may still need to start shoveling away slush and ice - and the clock is ticking.
Blog: Halladay gets best of Strasburg as Nats fall to Phils
Roy Halladay out-pitched Stephen Strasburg throwing four scoreless innings as the Phillies beat the Nationals 6-3 at Bright House Field Wednesday.
Deer Dilemma Part 6: Expert: With deer, it's Darwin -- not Disney
Lyme disease is not one of the stated reasons for the planned deer hunt in Rock Creek Park, but there is a deer-disease connection.
Shoveling heavy, wet snow risks back and shoulder injuries
Homeowners may not have cause for concern in some areas, but north and west of D.C. heavy, wet snow could throw out the backs of snow shovelers.
Deer Dilemma Part 5: Car crashes and feeding the hungry
Car accidents and what's done with deer meat are topics related to the proposed Rock Creek Park deer hunt.
Tips to prevent skin damage in winter weather
Applying sun screen, bundling up and installing a humidifier in your home or office can help protect your skin from the elements.
Philly restauranteur Stephen Starr tapping D.C. market
Since he opened The Continental in Philadelphia nearly two decades ago, Stephen Starr has had his eye on D.C. Now a Starr restaurant in the District is finally happening, as he prepares to open Le Diplomate on 14th Street NW later this month.
Girl sexually assaulted in D.C., police seek suspect
D.C. police say a 14-year-old girl was sexually assaulted while walking in Northwest Monday afternoon.
D.C. bans 'bison,' 'Barack' from license plates
Banned D.C. license plates run the gamut.
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