At the core of the District's bloodiest year this century is what local leaders have bemoaned for months: minor disputes that rapidly escalate into fatal encounters. … [Read more...] about Capital murder: Escalating disputes, indiscriminate violence drive staggering D.C. total
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Russia fires 122 missiles and 36 drones in what Ukraine calls the biggest aerial barrage of the war
Russia launched 122 missiles and 36 drones against Ukrainian targets, officials said Friday, killing at least 13 civilians in what an air force official said was the biggest aerial barrage of the 22-month war. … [Read more...] about Russia fires 122 missiles and 36 drones in what Ukraine calls the biggest aerial barrage of the war
Maryland gets its first look at life without Taulia Tagovailoa in the Music City Bowl
The author of Maryland's previous two bowl wins, Taulia Tagovailoa, won't be under center for Saturday's Music City Bowl against Auburn, providing an opportunity to assess his Terrapins' legacy while the program gets its first look at life without him. … [Read more...] about Maryland gets its first look at life without Taulia Tagovailoa in the Music City Bowl
Live updates | Tens of thousands of Palestinians stream into Rafah as Israel expands its offensive
The Israeli-Hamas war has already driven around 85% of Gaza's 2.3 million people from their homes, leveling the northern part of the territory and heightening fears about a similar fate for the south as Israel's air and ground offensive widened Friday. … [Read more...] about Live updates | Tens of thousands of Palestinians stream into Rafah as Israel expands its offensive
Terps secure breezy win ahead of big matchup with No. 1 Purdue
Jahmir Young sits, but Maryland still rolls to its fifth straight win, 75-53, over Coppin State. The Terps host the Boilermakers Tuesday. … [Read more...] about Terps secure breezy win ahead of big matchup with No. 1 Purdue