‘The Best Man Holiday,’ ‘The Book Thief’ and other new movies, reviewed

Fourteen years after “The Best Man,” the cast reunites for a heartwarming holiday film.

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Street, River Hill repeat as 3A champs

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Senior’s second-half goal holds up as the Hawks turn back Huntingtown to capture another crown.

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Hammond braces for Patuxent

At 26, Justin Carey is the youngest coach in Howard County, but he has his Golden Bears ready to face unbeaten No. 12 Patuxent in Friday’s Maryland 2A South semifinals.

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Anne Arundel and Howard home sales

A list of residential real estate transactions in Anne Arundel and Howard counties.

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Anne Arundel County and Howard County crime report

These were among incidents reported by police in Anne Arundel and Howard counties and Annapolis.

Coldest November weather in five years

The last time it was colder than this in November in Washington, D.C. was 2008.

Veterans Day weekend fall color at Arlington National Cemetery (PHOTOS)

Visiting Arlington National Cemetery is always a time for remembrance. The period around the holiday often features near peak fall color as well.

Burst of cold air Tuesday, season’s first snowflakes?

After a pleasant enough Monday, winter delivers a premature and harsh blow Tuesday.

Veterans Day commemorations in the D.C. area

Wreath-laying ceremonies and concerts, plus a chance to visit the Main Reading Room at the Library of Congress.

After a blustery Sunday, Arctic blast heads in midweek

A weak frontal passage today brings the area some biting autumn winds, but the big cold shot waits until Tuesday.

 

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Printed plastic guns a growing worry for law enforcement

Guns made with 3-D printers can slip past metal detectors and are capable of firing lethal rounds.

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Twin accused of killing his brother is laid to rest beside him

Wael Ali was killed less than two years after standing trial for murdering his brother in Columbia.

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Baseball stars who built a moneymaker are now bitter foes

Brendan Sullivan III and Rob Elwood played together at St. Albans. Now, they’re sparring over a D.C. business.

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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.

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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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