Maryland Headlines from The Washington Post

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Legal costs mounting in Silver Spring Transit Center litigation

An outside law firm has billed Montgomery County nearly $4 million in fees. A trial is scheduled for May.

By Bill Turque • Read more »

Community and cultural events in the District, Nov. 24-Dec. 1, 2016

Events include theater, music, museum programs and children’s activities.

Maryland 4A football semifinals preview: Annapolis at Quince Orchard; Howard at Wise

The No. 4 Cougars are seeking their first state title appearance since 2012, while defending champion No. 2 Wise faces the Lions in a rematch of last year’s final.

By Eric Goldwein and Mark Giannotto • Read more »

Maryland 3A football semifinals preview: Potomac vs. Damascus; Glenelg vs. Franklin

The No. 3 Swarmin’ Hornets are seeking a third consecutive finals berth, while lineman Dakota Davis anchors a dominant Gladiators’ ground game.

By Eric Goldwein and Joshua Needelman • Read more »

Dog with insomnia gives her owners sleepless nights

When old dogs grow restless; vaccination risks; the TNR debate; the afterlife of pets.

By Michael W. Fox • Read more »