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Same-Sex Marriage Rallies Planned Around D.C. This Week

The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear two landmark cases on same-sex marriage bans this week, and both supporters and detractors of gay rights are rallying in the capital and across the country.

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Legal Challenges Linger Over Alexandria Waterfront Plan

Alexandria city leaders have adopted new zoning for the waterfront, but that hasn't stopped legal challenges from moving forward.

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Maryland House Passes Gas Tax Increase

The Maryland House of Delegates voted 78-56 to raise taxes on gasoline in the state.

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Preview Of US Supreme Court Same-Sex Marriage Cases

The U.S. Supreme Court hears arguments on two cases that address same-sex marriage: the constitutionality of the Defense of Marriage Act and California's Proposition 8.

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Supporters Pushing House Committees On Gun Control Bill

The issue of whether to ban military style assault weapons has bogged down's Gov. Martin O'Malley's gun control bill in the House.

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Marijuana Decriminalization Bill Passes Maryland Senate

Legislation eliminating jail time and reducing fines for small amounts of marijuana has passed the Maryland Senate and now moves on to the state House, where its expected to meet more resistance.

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Prospects For Compromise On Tax Reform

Democrats want to close tax advantages for the super-rich. Republicans want lower rates. Experts weigh in on what it will take to reach a compromise on tax reform.

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Bill Ending Jail Time For Pot Possession Expected To Pass Maryland Senate

A bill before the Maryland Senate today will eliminate jail time and reduce fines for small quantities of marijuana, though its prospects in the state House are less clear.

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Death Penalty Repeal Clears Maryland House

Maryland is a step closer to becoming the 18th state to repeal the death penalty.

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Virginia Republican Getting Heat For Supporting Efforts To Stop Gun Trafficking

Rep. Scott Rigell's support of gun control legislation is not sitting well with gun rights groups.

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