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Prince George's County schools to open 2 hours late Thursday and Friday

National Arts Endowment

'Chat, peep this bussin clay dish': A National Gallery curator uses Gen Z slang to interest new art lovers

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Child hospitalized after gun goes off in Anne Arundel Co. elementary school

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Washington Post cuts a third of its staff in a blow to a legendary news brand

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Wizards acquiring Anthony Davis from Mavericks in 8-player trade, AP source says

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Man who tried to shoot Trump at a Florida golf course gets life in prison

Former police officer, Prince George's Co. Council member join race to replace Steny Hoyer

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Data centers declared 'a terrible idea' at Montgomery County forum

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Supreme Court allows new California congressional districts that favor Democrats

Justice Department plans to seek death penalty for man accused of shooting National Guard members

Partial shutdown ended, as Trump signs package securing back pay for furloughed feds

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Trump's border czar pulling 700 immigration officers out of Minnesota immediately

What the DC region is doing with the 'snowcrete' it’s hauling off the streets

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Switching supermarkets could save you big money on basic items

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Montgomery County police reopen decade-old missing person's case

SILVER SPRING, MD - JANUARY 26: Dump trucks plow snow and ice off of New Hampshire Avenue following a winter storm on January 26, 2026 in Silver Spring, Maryland. A massive winter storm is expected to bring frigid temperatures, ice, and snow to millions of Americans across the nation. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

Montgomery County Council members press transportation, school officials about snow removal

A man walks past snow covered trash cans during a winter storm January 13, 2019 in Washington, DC. - Washington area residents woke up to a winter wonderland, and may need to shovel aside several inches of snow that fell overnight as a winter storm warning remains in effect until 6 p.m. Sunday and more snow is expected to fall. (Photo by Brendan Smialowski / AFP) (Photo credit should read BRENDAN SMIALOWSKI/AFP via Getty Images)

DC Public Works crews struggle to pick up trash in icy conditions

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DC man found guilty in 2021 shooting after flag football game that left 1 dead

How the DC region is handling 'snowcrete'

Why NASA moved Artemis II launch window back a month

DC’s National Zoo welcomes newborn Asian elephant

Dominion Energy, NOVA Parks reach agreement on tree cutting along W&OD Trail

Mapping the genetic code of ocean life at the Smithsonian

Jury delivers verdict in 'au pair affair' double murder case

What Potomac Phil, DC’s weather rodent, forecasted on Groundhog Day

The Super Bowl snack picks: Which food will win?

Employees, customers say goodbye to Amazon Fresh in Montgomery Co.

How the first Black congresswoman helped people of color

This museum curator takes care of some of the oldest artifacts in DC

Where to sip DC's 5 best hot chocolates

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Wildlife officials warn against feeding animals during cold weather

Former Senate Majority leader Mitch McConnell will not seek reelection in 2026. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small reports.

Sen. Mitch McConnell hospitalized with 'flu-like symptoms'

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Penny the Doberman pinscher wins the 150th Westminster dog show

Why government employees should think carefully about Roth conversions going into 2026

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New Year's Attack Thwarted

FBI affidavit details extensive sex and drug trafficking ring at Dumfries’ Red Carpet Inn

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Trump signs bill to end partial government shutdown, setting stage for next fight

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With caviar McNuggets and heart-shaped pizza, fast food chains hope to win Valentine's diners

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New data shows traffic deaths in Md. dropped to decade low

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Jill Biden's ex-husband charged with murder of his 2nd wife, police say

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NASA investigating hydrogen leak during Artemis II rehearsal as Virginia team advances crew‑safety work

Immigrations and Customs Enforcement

Maryland House, Senate vote to ban local ICE enforcement agreements

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How a Maryland man and his son became victims of a 'ghost student' scam

US President Donald Trump during an executive order signing in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, US, on Friday, January 30, 2026.

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‘Chat, peep this bussin clay dish’: A National Gallery curator uses Gen Z slang to interest new art lovers

Washington Post cuts a third of its staff in a blow to a legendary news brand

Md. woman to serve 2 years in prison after crash that killed NFL draftee

Former police officer, Prince George’s Co. Council member join race to replace Steny Hoyer

Data centers declared ‘a terrible idea’ at Montgomery County forum

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Baby Asian elephant joins the fold at Smithsonian's National Zoo in DC after 21-month pregnancy

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Eyes to the Skies for February: Rocket launch, winter constellations, eclipse and more

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15 spots to sip some of DC's best hot chocolates

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WATCH: What is a 'ghost student" scam and how did this Maryland family become a victim of it?

Immigration Enforcement Minnesota

Howard Co. revokes building permit, introduces legislation to block proposed ICE detention center

Savannah Guthrie-Mom Missing

Signs of forced entry found at Arizona home of ‘Today’ show host Savannah Guthrie’s mother

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Japan Spring Ritual Photo Gallery

PHOTOS: Hakone Shrine in Japan marks Setsubun with bean-throwing to ward off evil spirits

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Maryland teen convicted in double homicide at Columbia Mall

MARYLAND

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Redistricting bill sails through House, faces troubled waters in the Senate

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Mapping the genetic code of ocean life at the Smithsonian

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