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Meteorologists point to possible tornado, waterspout near Fort McHenry
A severe thunderstorm complex that rolled through the Baltimore region Monday may have spawned a brief tornado or waterspout near Fort McHenry, according to meteorologists and eyewitness accounts, though the National Weather Service had not confirmed a touchdown.
Washington grapples with a National Guard deployment extended until 2029
It's been 12 months since President Donald Trump announced a crime emergency in Washington, pledging to make the city "safe and beautiful" and deploying the National Guard.
FAA probes jet compromising Reagan airspace protocol near helicopter with Trump aboard
The Federal Aviation Administration opened an air safety probe on Tuesday after a plane took off from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport while President Trump's helicopter was approaching the hub, seemingly defying safety procedures established from last year's deadly midair crash by the airport.
Virginia lawmakers eye new limits on data center tax breaks amid backlash
Virginia lawmakers are weighing tougher restrictions on the state's data center industry as residents voice growing frustration over noise, rising utility bills and other quality-of-life concerns.
Maryland Democrats’ plan to box out lone Republican in Congress moves closer to reality
Maryland crept closer to eliminating the state's lone Republican congressional representative after the Democratic-controlled Legislature voted to put the redistricting question on the ballot in this fall's general election.
New laws amid public resistance could curb Virginia’s data center boom
More restrictive legislation could soon curb Virginia's data center boom, as residents push back on increased noise and utility bills.
Democrats get their top picks in key Virginia House races
Establishment Democrats got the center-left nominees they were looking for in two closely watched Virginia House primaries, setting up general election contests that will help determine whether Republicans can hold on to their narrow majority.
Preakness date for 2027 to be revealed by Maryland Gov. Wes Moore on Wednesday
The date of the 2027 Preakness Stakes is set to be revealed on Wednesday by Maryland Gov. Wes Moore and the Maryland Jockey Club.
