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Katye Martens Brier / for The Washington Post Hogan, in New Hampshire, says he's seriously considering a primary challenge to Trump Moderate Republican said he's been approached "by a lot of people and a growing number of people" about getting into the race. By Erin Cox · Read more Driver in crash that killed five children charged with vehicular manslaughter The driver was the mother of two of the victims and was under the influence of alcohol, prosecutors say. By Lynh Bui · Read more   Faulty vent and regulator caused deadly Silver Spring explosion, federal investigators say The equipment was the responsibility of Washington Gas. But other breakdowns were cited as contributing to the 2016 blast that killed seven. By Steve Thompson · Read more   D.C. lawmakers push road safety bills after fatal crashes After the death of a cyclist killed while riding, D.C. officials say prompt action is needed from the city's transportation agency. By Luz Lazo · Read more   Warren Adler, best-selling author of 'The War of the Roses,' dies at 91 He was a mid-century fixture of the D.C. social scene, and a prolific novelist sought after by Hollywood producers. By Harrison Smith · Read more     ADVERTISEMENT   Perspective An ex-offender seemed to be making all the right moves. His father wants to know why he was killed. Eric Weaver Jr. had a job, a good place to live and a support system. Finding out what led to his fatal shooting should be a priority. By Courtland Milloy · Read more   'Please god let there be a race war.' Coast Guard officer's 'views on race' drove his plans to launch terrorist attack, prosecutors allege Christopher P. Hasson, 49, remains a danger and should stay in jail, the government argues ahead of his court appearance set for Thursday. By Lynh Bui · Read more   Arlington raises property tax rate by 2 cents, most going to schools Typical homeowner will see a $281 boost in tax bill. By Patricia Sullivan · Read more   Maryland middle school cancels play but now says the show might go on Officials cited concerns about whether the musical was age-appropriate. Parents suspect other reasons. By Donna St. George · Read more     ADVERTISEMENT   Montgomery council debates generous worker contracts, school funding Council members questioned whether worker raises — which range from 5.5 percent to 9.4 percent — are sustainable. By Jennifer Barrios · Read more   Amid scandal, Democratic Party turns down donation from Lt. Gov. Fairfax Fairfax had sought to sponsor a table at the party's gala. By Laura Vozzella · Read more   Silver Spring soccer coach gets extension in immigration case "Coach Fofo," who founded a youth soccer academy, is potentially facing deportation to his native Togo. By Jennifer Barrios · Read more   Montgomery County police officer who was shot in 2003 traffic stop dies Kyle Olinger, who was left paralyzed below the chest, died of complications from his wounds, officials said. By Martin Weil and Dana Hedgpeth · 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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