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• Carjacker Left Baby on Sidewalk in Baltimore
• Nanny Accused of Suffocating 8-Month-Old Girl in Glenarden: Police
• Delaware Woman Identified As Victim in Suspicious Rockville Death

Maryland Early Voting Starts Oct. 27: What You Need to Know

Early voting kicks off across Maryland on Thursday for this year's presidential election, which can help ease lines at the polls on Nov. 8 and allow residents to vote at the time that best matches their schedules. >>> Read more.

Gaithersburg Named to America’s 50 Best Cities to Live

Despite having a cost of living that is 25 percent higher than the national average, a supply of good jobs, restaurants and other attractions makes Gaithersburg one of America’s 50 Best Cities to Live in, says a national business website. The 24/7WallSt.com site ranks Gaithersburg at No. 23 on its list of best places to call home. >>> Read more.

• $50K Scratch-Off Win to Pay Son's College Tuition
• PG County to WMATA: Don't Even Think About Cutting Back Late Night Metro Service
• Free Cab Rides Offered on Halloween Weekend to Avoid DUIs
• Car Theft Spikes as Owners Leave Keys Inside Vehicles: Howard County Police

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• Offenbachers Outdoor Furniture Store to Close Rockville, Other Locations
• Do You Recognize Shoe Shoppers Sought By Police?
• House Fire in Ruxton Area Reported
• Bowie Chick-fil-A Opens Nov. 3, Will Offer Year of Free Meals to First 100 Customers

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