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December 11, 2025
From original carols to Christmas pop, Virginia expert describes the staying power of seasonal music
Ariana Wyatt, of Virginia Tech, explains how traditional hymns and carols influence modern holiday hits. Themes of longing, family, and tradition remain central, even as commercial tunes and romantic holiday songs shape today’s playlists.
December 11, 2025
Wootton High could permanently move to upcoming Crown High in Gaithersburg under MCPS boundary option ‘H’
A boundary option recently released by Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) calls for moving Rockville’s Thomas S. Wootton High School permanently into the upcoming Crown High in Gaithersburg, according to district officials.  
December 11, 2025
Senators seek to change bill that allows military to operate just like before the DC plane crash
Senators from both parties pushed Thursday for changes to a massive defense bill after crash investigators and victims' families warned the legislation would undo key safety reforms stemming from a collision between an airliner and Army helicopter over Washington, D.C., that killed 67 people.
December 11, 2025
Justice Department again fails to re-indict New York Attorney General Letitia James, AP sources say
A grand jury declined for a second time to re-indict New York Attorney General Letitia James on Thursday, refusing to resurrect a mortgage fraud prosecution encouraged by President Donald Trump, according to a person familiar with the matter.
December 11, 2025
This dinosaur skull is one of just few of its kind — and it’s going on display in DC
Eric and Wendy Schmidt purchased and donated the "remarkably complete" skull of Pachycephalosaurus, a dinosaur the Smithsonian said is famed for its domed head.
December 11, 2025
Kilmar Abrego Garcia freed from federal immigration detention, his attorney’s office says
A federal judge in Maryland ordered Kilmar Abrego Garcia freed from immigration detention on Thursday while his legal challenge against his deportation moves forward.
December 11, 2025
Trone to challenge Rep. McClain Delaney in 2026 in Md.’s US House District 6
Former U.S. Rep. David Trone will seek a return to his former seat in the U.S. House of Representatives, setting up a 2026 Democratic primary challenge against his successor Rep. April McClain Delaney (D-Dist. 6).
December 11, 2025
Senate rejects extension of health care subsidies as costs are set to rise for millions of Americans
The Senate on Thursday rejected legislation to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits, essentially guaranteeing that millions of Americans will see a steep rise in costs at the beginning of the year.
December 11, 2025
Experts expect a ‘healthier’ housing market in 2026 for DC area
Houses are staying on the market longer and often going for less than the asking price, even with the few interest rate cuts we’ve seen over the past few months. Home values are also predicted to stay relatively flat over the next few years, according to Zillow economists.
December 11, 2025
Capitals launch street hockey league, with goal of increasing sport’s participation
The Washington Capitals are launching a street hockey league for kids in D.C., Maryland and Virginia.
December 11, 2025
Federal officials declare M&T Bank Stadium a no-drone zone for Army-Navy Game
A Temporary Flight Restriction will be in place Saturday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., creating a strict no-drone zone within a 2-nautical-mile radius of M&T Bank Stadium and up to 2,000 feet.
December 11, 2025
Judge orders Kilmar Abrego Garcia to be immediately released from immigration detention
Judge orders Kilmar Abrego Garcia to be immediately released from immigration detention.
December 11, 2025
Maryland and Virginia make progress getting more full-time teachers into classrooms
More students in the D.C. region started school this year with a full-time teacher in the classroom.
December 11, 2025
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December 11, 2025
‘Fleece’ Navidad! Celebrate Christmas with the DC region’s furriest alpacas
In today’s episode of “Matt About Town,” we're heading to Carroll County, Maryland, where they’re wishing you a hearty “Fleece" Navidad.
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