Pit bull owners in Maryland left in limbo, as lawmakers fail to agree
The Maryland legislature adjourned today without agreement on how to overturn a court ruling that has left thousands of Maryland pit bull owners in legal limbo.
O’Malley signs expanded gambling bill
The bill allows a Las Vegas-style casino in Pr. George’s and table games at Md. casinos.
Maryland lawmakers pass legislation for Vegas-style casino in Pr. George’s
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The bill allows table games, such as blackjack and roulette, at the state’s existing casinos.
Potomac farmer wins a round in court
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The school board wants to end its 30-year-old lease of farmland, but farmer Nick Maravell won a stay - for now.
Md. House leaders press for casino vote
The bill would allow a Las Vegas-style casino in Prince George’s, as well as table games at Maryland’s five existing slots locations.
O’Malley signs expanded gambling bill
The bill allows a Las Vegas-style casino in Pr. George’s and table games at Md. casinos.
Potomac farmer wins a round in court
The school board wants to end its 30-year-old lease of farmland, but farmer Nick Maravell won a stay - for now.
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Politics and all things fried, fatty and fast have become intertwined to the point of absurdity. Let us eat our burgers and pizzas in peace.
Maryland fared badly in the war but still shows more interest than other states in its bicentennial.
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Reliving the War of 1812
Dozens of reenactors participated in the Battle of Bladensburg, which helped kick off observances of the War of 1812’s 200th anniversary.
Remembering World War II
A banner display of more than 1,945 photographs kicks off National Spirit of ’45 weekend, honoring those who served in World War II.
O’Malley signs bill for casino in Pr. George’s
The expanded gambling legislation, which also would allow table games at Maryland’s five other authorized slots sites, goes to voters in November after being approved by the General Assembly.
Principal is trying to make a difference
In Alexandria, new principal takes on challenges at Mount Vernon Community School.
Family grieving teen’s brutal murder
Prosecutors secured first-degree murder convictions for killing of 15-year-old.
Meltdown in Manassas Park
The small Virginia city undertook a massive project to rebuild, renovate and refurbish its public buildings. Then the housing bust hit.
A scary Tuesday at Reagan National Airport
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