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Brown tops two Democratic rivals in early Md. poll
(Jose Luis Magana / AP)
In the governor’s race, the lieutenant governor leads the attorney general and a state delegate.
Maryland's Obamacare health exchange hit with problems
via Baltimore Sun
State Lawmakers, Officials to Discuss Maryland Health Connection GlitchesMidshipman facing court-martial asks judge to step in
(AP)
A defendant in the sexual-assault trial wants the U.S. Naval Academy superintendent removed from case.
Wheaton recreation center plans run into complication
(JUANA ARIAS / For The Washington Post)
Montgomery County’s Historic Preservation Commission says the old center has historic value.
Maryland delays board vote on Purple Line proposal
(The Washington Post)
State officials say they need more time to refine plans for a public-private project.
Two threats to Md.'s life sciences industry
via Baltimore Sun
Pr. George’s executive urges Redskins to weigh new name
(Astrid Riecken / For The Washington Post)
Rushern Baker echoes Obama and calls on team owner Daniel Snyder to consider changing the moniker.
Unemployment taxes to drop for most Md. businesses
(Patrick Semansky / AP)
Gov. Martin O’Malley credited the economy as he made the announcement Wednesday.
Leggett gets involved in Montgomery trash haulers strike
The county executive wants to meet with the companies whose workers have gone on strike.
Mullins leads No. 4 Maryland men's soccer past Marshall, 5-0
via Baltimore Sun
George F. ‘Pete’ Ely, public relations, ad executive
After owning a business, Mr. Ely worked for two associations as well as Kendrick & Co.
Daniel C. Napolitano, Holocaust museum official, dies at 53
He specialized training teachers nationally and internationally in how to present the Holocaust to students.
Douglas R. Taylor, lawyer
Douglas R. Taylor, 72, was a Rockville lawyer and a former federal administrative law judge.
Maryland pet stores found to not comply with puppy mill laws
via ABC 7 Washington
Michael S. Rosenwald
A couple celebrates their 47-year journey at a Md. altar
Chased across the nation by intolerance, two women seal their mutual commitment.
Michael S. Rosenwald
Lament of the powered-down federal worker
For many furloughed government workers, the smartphone is a symbol of the work they yearn to do but can’t.
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.
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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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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