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Brown expected to pick up SEIU endorsement

(Astrid Riecken / FOR THE WASHINGTON POST)

The labor organization plans to announce its support in Maryland’s 2014 race for governor.

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Pr. George’s Board of Education partners with foundation

Panasonic will help the county navigate the governance structure approved by state lawmakers in April.

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U-Md. area could lose its wide-open golfing space

(Linda Davidson / The Washington Post)

A developer’s idea to build housing, retail and a road to I-95 in part of the green space has neighbors alarmed.

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Gary L. Wynn Sr., USDA conservation official, dies at 55

Mr. Wynn was also a longtime youth football coach and official in Calvert County.

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Local companies join cybersecurity trade mission to Kuwait and Saudi Arabia

Area companies visiting Middle East as part of Commerce Department trade mission focused on cyber.

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When running for governor, does Md. upbringing matter?

(Michael S. Williamson / The Washington Post)

Douglas F. Gansler has been touting his roots in the state during an announcement tour.

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After coach’s death, cyclists want Md.’s 3-foot law enforced

(Marvin Joseph / The Washington Post)

Killed by a passing car, Trish Cunningham memorialized by hundreds of riders and a “ghost bike”

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Hard-fought tie for Eagles, Tartans

GIRLS' SOCCER | National Cathedral continues its challenging stretch with a 1-1 tie vs. Holy Cross.

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Suitland makes a statement with 21-6 win over DuVal

(John McDonnell / The Washington Post)

In front of a homecoming crowd at Suitland High, the Rams left little doubt they’re the county’s team to beat.

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Animal Watch: A shaken branch sends parrot to safety

A bird flies close to power lines, but the rescue attempt prods the bird to seek its owner’s shoulder.

 

Michael S. Rosenwald

Stomach on empty? Fill ’er up at a gas station.

In the Washington area, just past the pump is increasingly becoming home to quality, ethnic cuisine.

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Michael S. Rosenwald

Michael S. Rosenwald

Maryland secessionists seek to sever Free State ties

Secession efforts are underway in multiple states, fueled by political polarization.

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Michael S. Rosenwald

Michael S. Rosenwald

A drone of your very own

The technology is known mostly for air assaults, but you can get a personal flier online for $300 or less.

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Michael S. Rosenwald

Michael S. Rosenwald

Frederick County sheriff loathed, loved after Down syndrome death

Chuck Jenkins remains popular in the county despite attacks by critics over lethal-force incidents.

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Teens find hope at International Burn Camp

Forty-four young burn survivors were selected to attend the event, now in its 18th year, in Anne Arundel County.

‘Ghost bike’ and rally pay tribute to bicyclist, mom

A stark, all-white bicycle and a safety-awareness ride attended by hundreds honor a woman who was struck and killed in August.

A therapeutic experience on ice

Special-needs children and their families find support through the Montgomery Cheetahs hockey program.

‘American Milkshake’: Life in ’90s Takoma Park

This little film project, opening in limited release Friday, found the limelight, thanks in part to indie filmmaker Kevin Smith.

Prince George’s County students return to school

More than 123,000 kids return to class, making the school system the first in the D.C. area to reopen after summer break.

All’s fair in Prince William County

Fun seekers flock to Manassas for the rides, food and games. On the final day, visitors enjoy a monster of a show.

Maryland Fly In

A group of personal-drone enthusiasts gather at an airport in Montgomery County to fly their aircraft.

It’s a family affair at the county fair

A brother and sister from Olney compete for the second year at the Montgomery County Agricultural Fair.

A mission of mercy

Needy locals lined up overnight at a Laurel high school to receive dental treatment.

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