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Maryland regents take a pass on porn policy
11/11/2009 12:00am
The University System of Maryland's Board of Regents declined Wednesday to impose a pornography policy at the 11 schools under its jurisdiction.
Renovated stores to offer holiday sneak peak
11/11/2009 3:59am
In 2007, a fire burned at least seven businesses and five homes in Mount Airy, causing millions in damage. Now most of the renovated spaces are reopening.
Veterans Day Closings
11/11/2009 4:44am
A quick look at what's closed Wednesday, Nov. 11.
3 local principals named Environmental Educators of the Year
11/11/2009 6:45am
The three principals were key in the creation of a teacher professional development program, "Chesapeake Classrooms," which promotes environmental education.
Denser growth backed by Montgomery Co. Council
11/11/2009 7:09am
The plan would encourage builders to pack more construction into areas that are heavily developed. The council also endorsed HOT lanes.
Arlington pressured to settle HOT lanes suit
11/11/2009 7:52am
Fairfax County doesn't want to see the project evaporate.
Pregnancy centers may have to provide disclaimers
11/11/2009 9:25am
Montgomery County officials have proposed a regulation that would require pregnancy centers that oppose abortion to give women a disclaimer so they are not mistaken for medical clinics.
Free H1NI vaccines being offered in Pr. George's
11/11/2009 12:15pm
H1NI flu vaccines are being offered in Prince George's County.
Riggins stands by comments despite backlash
11/11/2009 3:28pm
Despite criticism from inside and outside the Redskins organization for calling owner Dan Snyder a "bad guy" whose "heart is dark," John Riggins is not backing down from his comments.
Fenty asked to repay the city for bike expenses
11/11/2009 3:43pm
D.C. police officers, responsible for the mayor's protection, spent time and money transporting the Fenty's bike.
Large fines could put dent in school budgets
11/11/2009 5:02pm
Tough times can call for creative financing: Three Maryland counties have tried it to cover costs and meet a complex state funding formula.
Woman killed after being hit by school bus
11/11/2009 6:52pm
Sheila Clark Humphries was trying to cross Arlington Road when the bus struck her.
Pessimism abounds that McDonnell can fix transportation
11/11/2009 10:36pm
Bob McDonnell won election as governor on the promise of digging Virginia out of its transportation mess, without raising a cent of new taxes. But the Republican governor-elect's plan to fund a languishing road and rail network has done little to spark optimism that his administration will succeed where others have failed.
Safety, security an issue for many Montgomery students
11/11/2009 10:43pm
At least one in four students at 25 Montgomery County public middle and high schools did not agree last year with the statement "I feel safe at school."
Maryland urges tourism industry to be green
11/12/2009 12:00am
Maryland Green Travel is a free and voluntary self-certification program that urges businesses in the tourism industry, starting with the lodging sector, to adhere to eco-friendly practices, from waste reduction to energy efficiency.

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