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O’Malley takes aim at Wis. governor and congressman
(Patrick Semansky / AP)
The Maryland Democrat also touted his own's state's action to raise the minimum wage.
Upper Marlboro sites featured in historic Maryland tour
via The Gazette
Despite DNC role, Rawlings-Blake free to endorse Md. candidatesMaryland a ‘leader’ on health care? Only in Brown’s spin.
COLUMN | Lt. Gov. Brown’s allies protect his reputation by avoiding quick probe of Md. health site woes.
Md. man charged in 2010 rape of pregnant woman in Md.
Montgomery County police arrested him after he fled the country and returned; second suspect at large.
Madison girls, B-CC boys win at Darrell Winslow
(John McDonnell / THE WASHINGTON POST)
ROWING | After weeks of weather disruptions, the Warhawks and Barons turn in strong showings at the Darrell Winslow Regatta.
Md. aims to reduce invasive catfish species
via ABC 7 Washington
Animal Watch: Dog issues a biting message
Toy poodle mix lets security worker know that it has Potomac residence under control.
Blossom Watch
Eight young musicians play classic Japanese instruments in the closing concert; photo safaris available.
Filipino teachers caught in labor dispute
About 150 foreign teachers received notice that their visas would not be renewed upon expiration.
FBI Agents Shoot, Kill Man in Owings Mills
Why Maryland hospitals are saying 'no' to mothers who want early deliveriesGeorgetown Prep has reason to celebrate
(Toni L. Sandys / The Washington Post)
BOYS’ LACROSSE | Charlie Horning scores three goals on his birthday as No. 1 Little Hoyas beat No. 2 Landon.
Washington’s population growth in midst of slowdown
(Toni L. Sandys / The Washington Post)
Much of the region’s growth is driven by births, not new residents, largely due to federal budget cuts.
State ready to buy homes, businesses to build Purple Line
(Evelyn Hockstein / For The Washington Post)
More than 600 properties, including 110 homes and businesses, will be bought for 16-mile rail line.
Did readers actually read a story about reading?
A technical analysis of a viral story about reading in the digital age reveals an interesting truth.
Craig Ferguson weighs in on reading: ‘It will be Oprah’s Tweet Club’
The late night host devoted his entire monologue last night to a Washington Post story about how the internet is messing with our ability to read long texts.
Webster University wins (chess) Final Four
Webster University, the new powerhouse of college chess, won its second straight Final Four. The University of Maryland Baltimore County finished second.
Michael S. Rosenwald
Reading is different online than off, experts say
Our brains, neuroscientists warn, are developing new circuits with a big impact on non-digital reading
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Inside a casino’s surveillance operation
A security force and state-of-the-art surveillance operation protects Maryland Live Casino from thieves.
Worst storm of season hits D.C. area
The biggest storm of the season has closed airport runways, stretches of parkways, schools and offices across the region.
Takoma Park comes to the rescue of its VFW
Non-vets are flocking to the town’s VFW post for concerts and parties, giving it an injection of new life.
Local ballerinas take the stage for auditions
Dozens of local ballerinas auditioned for a chance to gain acceptance into one of the most selective summer ballet programs.
Maryland State of the State address
Gov. Martin O’Malley laid out a case that he has made Maryland stronger during “difficult and important days.”
Snowfall hits D.C. region
A winter storm sweeps into the area, bringing cold temperatures and gusty winds.
Snow falls on D.C. area
Although the sleet and snow didn’t quite stick in the urban core, snow accumulated in the suburbs.
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.
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