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Maryland man convicted of murder in death of worker building secret bomb shelter; Federal subsidy to Metro would increase by $50 million a year under Senate bill

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Peter Hermann / The Washington Post Federal agents search Baltimore City Hall and the mayor's home The action comes in the wake of questions about Mayor Catherine E. Pugh's book deals. By Ann E. Marimow, Peter Hermann and Lynh Bui · Read more Maryland man convicted of murder in death of worker building secret bomb shelter Daniel Beckwitt, 27, faces up to 30 years in prison for the 2017 death of Askia Khafra, 21. By Dan Morse · Read more   Federal subsidy to Metro would increase by $50 million a year under Senate bill The proposal from the Washington region's senators is conditional on new oversight and safety measures. By Robert McCartney · Read more   Analysis Washington Capitals' bid for back-to-back Stanley Cups ends in double overtime against the Carolina Hurricanes Washington blew a two-goal lead to Carolina, and the Capitals' record in Game 7s at home fell to a dismal 3-9. By Isabelle Khurshudyan, Samantha Pell, Neil Greenberg and Mike Hume · Read more   After cyclist is hit by police car turning right on red, police charge cyclist The cyclist was not seriously hurt, and Fairfax County police said he was riding the wrong way on Route 1. By Tom Jackman · Read more     ADVERTISEMENT   Perspective The Howard University controversy was never just about dogs. It was about respect. Students and administrators at the historically black university have politely and not-so-politely sent a message: Stop using our sacred yard as a public park. By Theresa Vargas · Read more   D.C. attorney general to review police procedures after officer detains 9-year-old boy The child's mother says the boy was leaning against a parked car when the encounter took place. By Peter Hermann · Read more   Buttigieg gets first endorsement from member of Congress, Rep. Don Beyer of Va. Rep. Don Beyer (D) says Democratic 2020 hopeful Pete Buttigieg has rare ability to communicate. By Laura Vozzella · Read more   D.C. Council members move to oppose Maryland toll plan for Capital Beltway, I-270 and B-W Parkway District lawmakers say Maryland should focus on improving transit instead. By Luz Lazo · Read more   D.C. school system's central office facing cuts The schools chancellor defended his budget amid criticism. By Perry Stein · Read more     ADVERTISEMENT   Victims of lead-paint poisoning could receive more money following ruling The Maryland attorney general's office applauded the decision, while a lawyer from an earlier case said the money victims could get is limited. By Rachel Chason · Read more   Virginia cancels striped bass fishing season amid concerns over population decline In a 7-0 vote, the Virginia Marine Resources Commission suspended striped bass fishing for the spring season. By Dana Hedgpeth · Read more   Man accused of groping 19-year-old woman on plane The alleged incident occurred on a flight from Tokyo to Dulles Airport last year. By Rachel Weiner · Read more   Republican enters crowded Fairfax County election for board chairman Joseph Galdo, who ran as a Green Party candidate for Congress in 2014, vows to "make Fairfax great again." By Antonio Olivo · Read more   Recommended for you Get the Capital Weather Gang newsletter Your daily forecast and important weather updates, every day at the break of dawn. From Capital Weather Gang experts. Sign Up

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