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Maryland governor will push for repeal of the state’s death penalty
O’Malley will appear at rally Tuesday to announce sponsorship of a bill in legislature to end capital punishment.
Some lawmakers want O’Malley to go further on gun control
Liberal Maryland legislators say they will pursue their own bills if the governor won’t adopt their ideas.
A ‘bottle bill’ for Maryland?
To encourage recycling, some lawmakers would add 5-cent per can “deposit” on beverage containers.
Maryland vs. Virginia poll
Maryland is the Free State and Virginia is for lovers, but in which state would you rather live?
Archibald M. McLachlen, public works director
Mr. McLachlen was Gaithersburg’s public works director and, earlier, a home designer and builder.
The Wendt Center provides counseling for those with ‘complicated grief’
The Wendt Center for Loss and Healing counsels relatives of crime victims at morgue and elsewhere.
Daniel W. Hommer, NIH section chief
Dr. Hommer studied how alcohol affects the brain.
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- Gov. O'Malley outlines plans for assault weapons ban, other gun control measures in Md.
- Prosecutor: DC police officer on trial killed mistress, left their infant to die in hot car
- Man in custody after fire at New Carrollton apartment building kills 2
- Ravens once again embrace underdog role, this time against the Patriots in AFC title game
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A big night for the real Tony Mendez
Spy made famous in “Argo” was on stage at Golden Globes on a victorious night for the movie.
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The spy’s son has Md. in his hands
Toby Mendez, son of the spy made famous in the movie “Argo,” has sculpted Maryland’s history.
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Md. radio station pulls ‘Pumped Up Kicks’ following Newtown shooting
The Foster the People song on kids outrunning guns has disappeared from playlists around the country.
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Md. prisoners training pups to become service dogs for veterans
As part of their rehab, the inmates are tutoring the animals, who learn to turn off light switches and carry items.
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No city in the world rivals Washington in free music, art and culture. So why don’t we appreciate it more?
COLUMN | The Virginia governor tries to pretend he’s not raising taxes for transportation.
COLUMN | Washington National Cathedral’s announcement should be exciting even if it’s not surprising.
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A sight for soaring eyes
The Conowingo Dam in Darlington, Md., is prime eagle-watching territory from Thanksgiving into January.
Battling over Maryland gambling expansion
The Nov. 6 ballot in Maryland includes Question 7, which would expand gambling in the state.
Stars shine on Maryland
Celebrities are lending their voices to issues that Maryland voters will decide in November.
Sniper case still haunts those it touched
PHOTOS | Ten years after snipers John Allen Muhammed and Lee Boyd Malvo terrorized the region, the case still haunts those who were directly affected.
Scenes from the Maryland Renaissance Festival
The 36th annual Maryland Renaissance Festival, which runs through Oct. 21, features jousting, juggling, feasting and merriment.
Summer at Seacrets
The entertainment complex in Ocean City is a large part of the summer beach-going tradition.
Historic beach refuge at a crossroads
Founded as a refuge from racism, Highland Beach struggles to maintain its traditions as a summer haven for affluent Washington area African Americans.
Montgomery hands out free backpacks
Montgomery County Public Schools handed out 8,133 packs stocked with school supplies at its back-to-school fair, and also performed free health screenings.
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