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The deal was announced by the Justice Department, which began reviewing the admissions process at UVA's Charlottesville campus in April.
Holiday shopping is almost here, but several retailers and chains have closed over the past year.
Holiday shopping is almost here, but several retailers and chains have closed over the past year in Maryland.
The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources has received reports of groups of dead black vultures across the state, possibly from a virus.
Ian Cleary, who has ties to Baltimore, was sentenced for sexual assault nearly 12 years after his victim first went to police.
The 33-year-old man is wanted in connection with an attempted first-degree murder in Silver Spring, police said.
A winning $2 million ticket was also sold at a Baltimore County grocery store, Maryland Lottery officials said.
Millions of Americans will not receive SNAP benefits until the federal government shutdown ends. Here's what that means for Virginia.
Millions of Americans will not receive SNAP benefits until the federal government shutdown ends. Here's what that means for Maryland.
Niles police responded to the shooting in the 8400 block of Greenwood Avenue around 5:40 p.m. on Thursday.
Florida authorities found the dog tied to a fence in standing water off Interstate 75 just hours before Milton made landfall.
The flight had just arrived from Wyoming when it struck the other aircraft, a United spokesperson said.
The initial crash occurred on Oct. 12 on Route 19 in Pasco County, police said.
The crash occurred Friday at the intersection of Route 50 and County Line Road, authorities said.
Authorities are working to identify the three suspects wanted in connection with an attempted burglary.
Police said the assault happened on Sept. 9, 1998, while the victim was on a bike path in the Fair Lakes area of Fairfax County.
The growing social media trend uses AI-altered photos to mimic a home invasion and is prompting police nationwide to issue warnings.
The parents of 6-month-old Nnakai Pratt both face charges in connection with the infant's death. The child's body was found in a trash bag.
Looking for a seasonal job? The world's largest online retailer is hiring thousands in Georgia ahead of the holidays.
Looking for a seasonal job? The world's largest online retailer is hiring.