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State employees union to endorse Brown for Md. governor

(Astrid Riecken / FOR THE WASHINGTON POST)

The backing will be the latest labor support to break in favor of the lieutenant governor.

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Brown proposes exempting military pensions from taxes

(Astrid Riecken / FOR THE WASHINGTON POST)

The Democratic gubernatorial hopeful includes the plan in a package of veterans initiatives.

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Gaithersburg landscaping firm sells for $1.6 billion

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The Brickman Group, a leading property management firm, is acquired by investment firm KKR.

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Al Johnson, lead singer for the Unifics, dies at 65

(Craig Herndon / The Washington Post)

Mr. Johnson produced and arranged recordings by such performers as Roberta Flack and Jean Carne.

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Montgomery schools: Muslim holiday debate to continue

New figures show student and teacher absences higher on Muslim holiday, but increase is called “slight.”

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Montgomery schools chief delivers “State of the Schools”

Montgomery superintendent speaks of “embracing the new” and closing achievement gaps.

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Montgomery taking a hard look at bus rapid transit

(Sarah L. Voisin / WASHINGTON POST)

Corridor Cities Transitway would serve county’s northern areas and businesses along I-270.

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Oxon Hill takes strides despite challenges

(Jeffrey Phelps / AP)

Playing without a home field and with more limited practice time than their foes, the Clippers established a firm foundation for growth this fall.

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Gas leak after car hits Aspen Hill apartment building

Car slams into building in Aspen Hill, causing gas leak; dozens of residents evacuated.

 

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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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Michael S. Rosenwald

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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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.

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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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