White House record collection rediscovered
A long-forgotten White House record collection has been rediscovered thanks to the efforts of a presidential grandson. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
2m May 15, 2022
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Where DC, Arlington parks rank on US index
How does D.C. rank when it comes to its park system? WTOP's Matt Small reports.
2m May 04, 2022
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DC attorney general candidates face off in forum
D.C. attorney general hopefuls gathered at George Washington University to discuss issues facing District residents. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
2m Apr 27, 2022
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Operator of popular DC-area music venues drops COVID-19 vaccine requirements
Music fans will no longer need to show proof of a COVID-19 vaccination at several popular venues in the D.C. area. WTOP’s Matt Small reports.
2m Apr 13, 2022
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Anti-Semitic images drawn on middle school desk in Maryland
A Montgomery County leader is speaking out after the letters K-K-K and swastikas were found penciled on a desk at a middle school last week in Rockville, Maryland. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
2m Apr 06, 2022
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Virginia, other states challenge CDC transit mask rule
You are still required to wear masks on planes, trains and other public transportation. Now, the federal government is being sued over its pandemic requirement. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
2m Mar 30, 2022
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Strike averted at Howard University
A planned strike by Howard University faculty members is now off. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
2m Mar 23, 2022
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St. Patrick's Day is Thursday. Here are some ways to celebrate in the DC area
There are many ways to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in the D.C. area. WTOP's Matt Small highlights a few.
2m Mar 16, 2022
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Antisemitic flyers found in parts of Virginia and Maryland
Antisemitic flyers have been found in Fairfax County. Following a similar incident in Prince George's County. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
2m Feb 22, 2022
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Frank Herzog weighs in on ' Washington Commanders'
'The Washington Commanders' -- Does the new name signal a new chapter for Washington's NFL Team? WTOP's Matt Small checks in with former longtime voice of the Burgundy and Gold Frank Herzog.
2m Feb 02, 2022
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What life was like for Afghan refugees housed at Quantico
Marine Corps Base Quantico welcomed thousands of Afghan refugees last year. Now we're learning more about what they experienced there. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
2m Jan 18, 2022
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Maryland's Purple Line delayed again
If you've been waiting for Maryland’s Purple Line to begin rolling, pack your patience. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
2m Jan 15, 2022
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Woman struck, killed by SUV driven by husband outside Silver Spring bank
A woman died in front of a Silver Spring bank today after being run over. Police say she knew the driver. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
2m Jan 15, 2022
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Police: Man gets stuck in chimney trying to rob Maryland home
It began with strange sounds coming from inside a Maryland house. It ended with a man being pulled from the chimney. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
2m Jan 13, 2022
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ICYMI: WTOP's Matt Small previews snow storm that stranded thousands on I-95 for CBS News
WTOP's Matt Small previewed the snow storm that struck the D.C. area and stranded thousands of people on Interstate 95 in Virginia for CBS News on Monday morning. Stay ahead of the next storm by staying with WTOP News.
47s Jan 06, 2022
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New laws for a new year across DC, Maryland and Virginia
There are some new laws across the D.C. area starting today. WTOP’s Matt Small takes a look at some of them.
2m Jan 01, 2022
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New Year's resolutions: Tips for success
Have you started planning your New Year's resolutions? WTOP's Matt Small reports.
2m Dec 27, 2021
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COVID-19 cases surge across DC, Maryland and Virginia
COVID-19 cases in D.C., Maryland and Virginia are up. Way up, in fact. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
2m Dec 27, 2021
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Woman dead following crash involving WFT’s Deshazor Everett
The latest in that deadly Loudoun County crash involving Deshazor Everett of the Washington Football Team Thursday night. WTOP's Megan Cloherty and Matt Small report.
2m Dec 24, 2021
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DC leads the US in spots where people are fleeing
D.C. leads the U.S. in the percentage of residents leaving any jurisdiction across the nation. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
2m Dec 23, 2021
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Do you celebrate Festivus?
Today's a special holiday for “Seinfeld” fans. WTOP's Matt Small explains.
2m Dec 23, 2021
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Dirty language is up, study says
WTF? Swearing is on the rise. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
2m Dec 23, 2021
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COVID concerns disrupt last night's episode of Saturday Night Live
Saturday Night Live was supposed to air its final live episode of the year last night. But concerns over the surging omicron variant of COVID-19 threw a wrench in the plans. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
2m Dec 19, 2021
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Spock’s famous ‘Star Trek’ ears coming to Smithsonian
Leonard Nimoy, best-known for his role on Star Trek as Mr. Spock, died in 2015. But his memory lives on, especially those ears, which you'll be able to see at The Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum in D.C. starting next year. WTOP’s Matt Small reports.
2m Dec 16, 2021
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Could twisters that ravaged parts of the South and Midwest happen in the DC area?
As Kentucky and neighboring states deal with the aftermath of deadly, devastating tornadoes, could similar storms happen in the D.C. area? WTOP's Matt Small gets answers from NBC Washington's Chief Meteorologist Doug Kammerer.
2m Dec 14, 2021
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How you can foster a pet for the holidays
Alone this holiday season? The Animal Welfare League of Arlington has a way to keep you company. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
2m Dec 14, 2021
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What does the future hold for DC's Trump Hotel?
Will a Waldorf Astoria replace D.C.'s Trump International Hotel? WTOP’s Matt Small reports.
2m Dec 12, 2021
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DC flight to LA diverted to Oklahoma due to unruly passenger
New details today about the man taken into police custody after allegedly assaulting a flight attendant onboard what was supposed to be a nonstop flight from DCA to LAX last night.  WTOP's Matt Small reports.
2m Dec 10, 2021
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'We are not going to lose Silver Spring,' Montgomery County’s top prosecutor says
Montgomery County's top prosecutor is speaking out following a rash of crimes in downtown Silver Spring, Maryland. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
2m Dec 10, 2021
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Mother attacked in DC’s Eastern Market speaks out
A D.C. mother attacked after leaving a gym class in Eastern Market Monday with her 5-year-old tells WTOP's Matt Small about the assault.
2m Dec 09, 2021
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'Hanukkah Sessions' aim to rock your holiday
Foo Fighters lead singer Dave Grohl has a unique way of celebrating Hanukkah. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
2m Dec 02, 2021
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Woman says she was drugged at Frederick, Maryland bar
The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a woman says she was drugged at a Maryland sports bar. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
2m Dec 01, 2021
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#GivingTuesday: What to know, how to help
#GivingTuesday marks its tenth year today. WTOP's Matt Small highlights some D.C.-area charities that would welcome your support.
2m Nov 30, 2021
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Katie Couric on bulimia and body image
Katie Couric is sharing her struggles with bulimia and body image with Erin Washington's Squats and Margaritas podcast. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
2m Nov 30, 2021
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Some people wait all year for Black Friday. Are you one of them?
The holiday shopping season is underway and retailers aim to get your business this Black Friday. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
3m Nov 26, 2021
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Father and son charged in Northern Virginia bank robbery
A father-and-son duo involved in a weekend manhunt are now facing charges tied to a Leesburg bank robbery. WTOP's Matt Small reports. 
2m Nov 23, 2021
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An etiquette expert on Thanksgiving invitations and vaccines
How should you deal with family and friends who may not be invited to Thanksgiving gatherings because they didn't get their vaccine shots? WTOP's Matt Small has more with an expert on etiquette.
2m Nov 18, 2021
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How a Fairfax Co. school crafted an escape room to help students review old material
Eighth graders at Luther Jackson Middle School in Fairfax County, Virginia, have something new to experience: an escape room. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
2m Nov 17, 2021
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Montgomery County schools investigating ‘serious incident’ at Wootton High
An assault inside a high school locker room in Rockville. WTOP's Matt Small reports. 
2m Nov 04, 2021
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Maryland's Montgomery Co. lifts indoor mask mandate
Montgomery County, Maryland's indoor mask mandate has been lifted. WTOP’s Matt Small has details.
2m Oct 28, 2021
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Maryland woman charged in Montgomery Co. hit-and-run
A 24-year-old is recovering after being run over twice in North Bethesda by a black Nissan. The driver of that car is now out on bond. WTOP's Matt Small reports. 
2m Oct 14, 2021
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More details requested on DC pilot program supporting homeless residents
Several D.C. lawmakers are calling for changes to how the city clears homeless encampments after an incident last week in which a homeless man was scooped up by a bulldozer during an encampment clearing operation. WTOP's Matt Small reports. 
2m Oct 13, 2021
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Challenges facing Maryland's state parks
State park leaders are telling Maryland lawmakers that their park rangers are overburdened. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
2m Oct 10, 2021
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Montgomery Co. schools roll out new approach to live instruction for quarantined elementary students
Montgomery County Public Schools has begun offering more live instruction for elementary school students quarantined due to COVID-19. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
2m Oct 06, 2021
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Dave Chappelle raises money for DC high school on eve of new Netflix special
Dave Chappelle came back to D.C. to raise money for his old high school and premiere a new comedy special. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
2m Oct 05, 2021
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Md. Democratic gubernatorial candidates address housing evictions
Democrats hoping to be Maryland's next governor want the state to do more for people facing eviction. WTOP's Matt Small reports. 
2m Sep 22, 2021
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Frederick Co. schools head 'deeply sorry' after kids rescued from trapped bus
The superintendent of public schools in Frederick County, Maryland, is apologizing after first-responders rescued school bus riders stuck in yesterday afternoon's rising floodwaters. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
2m Sep 02, 2021
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Manslaughter charge for wanted Va. teenager who shot another teen in the face
Ronnie Massey, 17, of Fairfax, Virginia, is wanted by Prince William County police following the death of another teen. WTOP's Matt Small reports.
2m Aug 20, 2021
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Fairfax Co. teachers call for FCPS vaccine mandate
Public schools in Arlington, Montgomery and Prince George’s counties, along with D.C., have already implemented vaccine requirements for teachers. A group representing Fairfax County teachers wants the same. Matt Small of WTOP News reports.
2m Aug 19, 2021
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Flashing yellow signals come to I-270 ramps ahead of metering system
Crews have begun turning on ramp metering signals along exits to I-270, in an effort to relieve traffic congestion along one of Maryland's busiest roads. WTOP's Matt Small reports. 
2m Aug 18, 2021
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