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WorldA federal jury on Monday awarded $500,000 to the widow and estate of a police officer who killed himself nine days after he helped defend the U.S. Capitol from a mob of rioters, including a man who scuffled with the officer during the attack.See the Story
Jury orders man to pay $500K for assaulting police officer who killed himself after Capitol riot
Coverage: 4 sources

Maryland · MarylandMembers of the Maryland General Assembly are reacting to the news that Gov. Wes Moore is instituting a hiring freeze, eliminating vacant positions and offering buyouts to some employees.See the Story
Maryland Officials, Lawmakers React to Gov. Moore’s Budget Crunch Announcement
67% Left coverage: 3 sources

Virginia · VirginiaA D.C. man accused of doing doughnuts and driving recklessly on the National Mall on Saturday told police it was “just a joke,” and he’s facing charges of fleeing law enforcement and reckless driving.See the Story
DC man accused of ripping around National Mall in SUV says it was ‘just a joke’
Coverage: 2 sources
More than 40 hours after his climb, man remains atop American University radio tower
100% Center coverage: 1 sources