MDOT target of potential ransomware attack
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The Maryland Department of Transportation suffered a data loss recently, and cybersecurity experts say employees' personal information may be up for sale on the dark web.

Teen accused of cross-county crime spree
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Joseph Tyler Jhingory IV faces multiple charges, including home invasion, armed robbery, first- and second-degree assault, third-degree sexual assault, vehicle theft and more in Montgomery County.

18-year-old charged in string of violent crimes across Montgomery County: police

An 18-year-old Maryland man has been charged in connection with a months-long spree of armed robberies, assaults, and other violent crimes across Montgomery County, police said.

Miyares report alleges misconduct, violations by Fairfax Commonwealth’s Attorney Steve Descano

Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares has released an investigative report alleging misconduct, constitutional violations, and systemic failures within the Fairfax County Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office under Steve Descano.

Trump order enforces death penalty in DC
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President Donald Trump signed an executive order instructing the Attorney General and U.S. Attorney for Washington, D.C., to more aggressively pursue the death penalty.

6 cats killed in Maryland dart attacks
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Six cats have died and two more were injured after they were shot with razor-tipped darts in Washington County, Maryland. Officials are offering a reward for information on the ones responsible.

DC man accused of stabbing mom to death
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Ricardo Botts was arrested in Washington, D.C., accused of stabbing his 66-year-old mom to death.

Montgomery County launching 200+ new speed cameras
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Montgomery County are issuing more than 200 new speed and red light cameras because of a rise in speeding accidents. The county is also raising the fines for speeding starting next month.

Maryland woman claims she was kidnapped in Africa
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A Maryland woman says she was drugged and kidnapped while on vacation in Africa. She survived, and now she's back home.

Family of DCA crash victim sues airlines, FAA
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The family of Casey Crafton is suing American Airlines, PSA Airlines, the Federal Aviation Administration and the U.S. Army for wrongful death months after the crash at DCA, claiming negligence.

Security tightens near White House ahead of high-profile visit

Temporary fencing and concrete barriers are going up around the White House this week as security ramps up ahead of a high-profile visit, according to the U.S. Secret Service.

School resource officer fired, had 'inappropriate contact' with student
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A school resource officer at James Wood High School was fired for having "inappropriate contact" with an underage student, according to the Frederick County Sheriff's Office.

UDC student athlete attacked on campus
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Nhaikyia Smith said she was walking to basketball practice on the campus of the University of the District of Columbia, when a man came up from behind her and started choking her.

Wise High School moves football games to Saturdays to boost security

After reports of violent altercations and robberies following recent football games, Prince George’s County school officials are making changes to improve safety at athletic events.

Trump laser pointer incident: Man arrested for allegedly aiming beam at Marine One

A man has been arrested on a federal charge after allegedly aiming a laser pointer at Marine One while President Donald Trump was aboard, according to a court filing released Monday.

Person accused driving through homeless encampment
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Police have arrested a suspect they said drove through a homeless encampment in Prince George's County, injuring one person.

Spotsylvania County Public Schools roll out weapons detection system at football games

Starting Friday, September 19, all students, staff, and guests attending home high school football games at a Spotsylvania County Public Schools facility will be required to pass through a weapons detection system before entering the stadium.