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Judge grills Trump administration over plans to overhaul Washington golf course

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Prince George’s County

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Capitol Heights man arrested in weekend homicide

Oct 19, 2026

A Baltimore County police vehicle’s lights flash while parked outside of the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center at the University of Maryland in Baltimore, Md. on Thursday, March 13, 2025.

Man dead after shooting in Capitol Heights neighborhood

Oct 17, 2026

Why is a Beverly Hills foundation holding $7.6 million from Prince George’s County?

Oct 19, 2026

UMD students storm president’s speech to protest racist image shared by club tennis team

Oct 15, 2026

Samantha Schaefer, seen here at 2 years old, lives in Westminster and has been attending the Washington International Horse Show her entire life.

The Washington International Horse Show finds its footing in Prince George’s County

Oct 16, 2026

Prince George’s County students built their first tiny home, dubbed Homestead 24, last school year. The fully functional, 280-square-foot home will go up for auction Sunday, with bidding starting at $55,000.

Prince George’s students built a tiny home. Now, it’s going up for auction.

Oct 16, 2026

Hyattsville woman found dead inside her vehicle was killed, police say

Oct 15, 2026

Washington Commanders linebacker Kain Medrano (56) celebrates after a fumble recovery during the first half of an NFL football game between the Commanders and the Indianapolis Colts in London on Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026. (AP Photo/Adam Bettcher)

Why some Commanders linebackers take a shot before games

Oct 15, 2026

Mount Rainier man indicted for murder in 1993 disappearance of Brentwood boy

Oct 14, 2026

Birdability Week aims to make birding a more inclusive activity for all ages, abilities, bodies and health conditions.

7 things to do in the capital region, including Birdability Week and a BBQ cook-off

Oct 15, 2026

The Beltsville Agricultural Research Center covers thousands of acres of largely farmland in the middle of the Washington DC suburbs

Judge halts Trump administration’s move to close Beltsville Agricultural Research Center

Oct 14, 2026

Prince George’s officials demand return of $7.6M awarded to group tied to council chair

Oct 13, 2026

Benjamin Jancewicz created a graphic to illustrate the confederate history of the Maryland state flag, which was then used nine years later by the UMD club tennis team.

How a forgotten illustration led to UMD club tennis team’s suspension

Oct 13, 2026

2 Prince George’s council members call for audit of organizations tied to their colleagues

Oct 12, 2026

Julian Curo-Churata, left, with his wife Verónica Ramírez. Curo-Churata, 47, died Sept. 29 while in ICE custody in Louisiana, about three months after he was detained in Maryland.

Laurel man’s pleas for medical attention in ICE detention were ignored, lawyer says

Oct 9, 2026

Who cares for children of deported parents? This priest has signed up to take on 31.

Oct 12, 2026

Montgomery County

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Suspect arrested for alleged hate crimes directed at Silver Spring Taco Bell worker

Oct 19, 2026

Montgomery County schools face Supreme Court review over magnet admissions

Oct 19, 2026

“The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” gets a terrifying adaptation this Halloween Season at the Olney Theatre Center.

Olney Theatre’s spooky new show haunts audiences without a single word

Oct 18, 2026

Elrich vows to veto housing bill that hasn’t passed yet

Oct 17, 2026

A Montgomery County Police vehicle is seen in Silver Spring, Maryland on Saturday, March 2, 2024.

Silver Spring woman identified as pedestrian killed in Colesville

Oct 16, 2026

Voter cubicles at the Montgomery County Board of Elections in Gaithersburg.

How Montgomery County makes sure its voting equipment works

Oct 15, 2026

This school board race is nonpartisan. It doesn’t feel that way.

Oct 16, 2026

Montgomery County schools report a ‘dramatic’ enrollment drop

Oct 15, 2026

Birdability Week aims to make birding a more inclusive activity for all ages, abilities, bodies and health conditions.

7 things to do in the capital region, including Birdability Week and a BBQ cook-off

Oct 15, 2026

Transcend takes place April 24 and 25 at The Mansion at Strathmore.

The Mansion at Strathmore has a new name after a record-breaking donation

Oct 14, 2026

Pedestrian struck, killed by a vehicle in Colesville

Oct 14, 2026

After high-profile crashes, Gov. Moore targets youth auto theft

Oct 13, 2026

To face my fears, I played a ghoul in Markoff’s Haunted Forest. The scariest part wasn’t staged.

Oct 14, 2026

Montgomery County teachers could receive tax credit under new legislation

Oct 13, 2026

The ‘hunger games signup’ for public comment is roiling Montgomery County PTAs

Oct 13, 2026

3 men overdose, 1 fatally, at Wheaton Metro station

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    Rep. Sarah Elfreth gives remarks during a U.S. Congressional town hall meeting at Howard Community College’s Kahlert Complex in Columbia, Md. on Tuesday, March 11, 2025.

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    Voters line up outside the Odenton Public Library Thursday, October 31, 2024, on the last day of early voting in the general election.

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    Ryan Leonard scores highlight-reel goal, leads the Capitals over the Devils 4-2

    LANDOVER, MARYLAND - OCTOBER 11: Jayden Daniels #5 of the Washington Commanders looks on against the New York Giants at Northwest Stadium on October 11, 2026 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

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    Washington Nationals left fielder Daylen Lile catches a fly ball hit by Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso in the sixth inning of a game on June 27.

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    Washington Wizards forward Kyshawn George (18) reacts after hitting a 3-point basket in the second half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, March 15, 2025, in Denver.

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    Alex Tuch #89 of the Washington Capitals skates with the puck guarded by K'andre Miller #19 of the Carolina Hurricanes during the second period.

    Boone Jenner, Justin Holl score but Capitals fall to Hurricanes on the road

    Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn speaks during a press conference following his team's tie with the New York Giants on Oct. 11.

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