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Md. college aid requests surge

College aid requests surge

Incoming Towson University sophomore Katie Simon, 19, from Frederick, gets help from her parents, Mike (right), and Karen Simon (not pictured), in moving into Newell Dorm. A sluggish economy and uncertain job market are prompting a surge in applications for financial aid at universities and colleges this year. The Simon family's request was rejected.

Bay Bridge crash

Bay Bridge closure

Portion of the Bay Bridge closes as probe of fatal crash continues.
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Laura Vozzella

Laura Vozzella

Michael Phelps' stomping grounds in Towson is far from being the "mean streets."

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Five people are charged with murder in the death of Javon Thompson, including the boy's mother. The suspects are members of a group police describe as a religious cult.

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