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February 11, 2026
Md. Gov. Moore to set aside redistricting, focus on core goals in State of the State
Gov. Wes Moore (D) said he will not relent on his push to redraw Maryland’s congressional districts this year — but he will set it aside, briefly, to deliver his State of the State address Wednesday.
February 11, 2026
US Marshals member shoots, kills person in DC’s Mayfair neighborhood
Members of the U.S. Marshals Service shot and killed a person Wednesday afternoon in Northeast D.C.'s Mayfair neighborhood, a law enforcement source told WTOP.
February 11, 2026
Charger charges ahead in MotorWeek review
MotorWeek has named the 2026 Dodge Charger its Best of the Year, handing the muscle icon top honors as the long-running automotive series rolls into its 45th season.
February 11, 2026
‘I care’: Man walks DC handing out backpacks, hugs and chance to reconnect homeless people to loved ones
The founder of a nonprofit came to D.C. over the weekend armed with 500 backpacks with hopes of helping people without homes.
February 11, 2026
Where to report potholes in your DC-area neighborhood
For residents of D.C., Maryland and Virginia, the best method for reporting potholes depends on where your neighborhood is located.
February 11, 2026
Car crashes onto Metro tracks, shutting down part of Orange Line in Northern Virginia
One person was hospitalized Wednesday after a car crashed onto the Metro track near Dunn Loring-Merrifield station, shutting down the Orange Line between West Falls Church and Vienna.
February 11, 2026
Teen charged in Wootton High School shooting to remain in jail after bond hearing
A 16-year-old boy is due in court Wednesday for a bond hearing after the Wootton High School shooting in Rockville, Maryland.
February 11, 2026
Wolf Trap reveals 2026 summer concert lineup
Wolf Trap's summer concert days will include performances by Sting, Chance the Rapper, Melissa Etheridge and music to celebrate America's 250th birthday.
February 11, 2026
Surprising jobs report leaves federal workers in the cold
While the U.S. added 130,000 jobs in January, a professor with the University of Maryland said the jobs report was less rosy for federal workers.
February 11, 2026
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February 11, 2026
Virginia couple celebrates new life through an innovative kidney exchange program
A Middleburg couple is celebrating love and lifesaving generosity after Ginger Hergenroeder received a donated kidney through MedStar Georgetown’s paired kidney exchange program.
February 11, 2026
From sushi to sweets: DC’s best Valentine’s Day takeout options
Impress with the best local treats from D.C.-area restaurants, rounded up below by WTOP. All of these Valentine's Day specials are available for takeout, with some also available for delivery.
February 11, 2026
Day after Wootton High shooting, Montgomery Co. superintendent addresses frustrated parents
The superintendent of Maryland’s largest school district attempted to calm community members and described steps the division is taking to keep students safe. Despite those steps, some parents left the session frustrated.
February 11, 2026
Montgomery Co. passes bill to protect immigrants and limit cooperation with ICE
The bill prevents county employees from giving federal immigration officials access to county buildings unless they have a judicial warrant. The vote passed unanimously and has the support of County Executive Marc Elrich.
February 11, 2026
Get ready for months of weekend Metro closures with a cherry blossom break
Ten weekends of work on Metro starts this Saturday, and that means riding to Reagan National Airport may take longer.
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