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Maryland No. 1 For Millionaires In U.S. Wealth Ranking

The divide between the haves and have-nots has grown over the past decade, and Maryland has the largest gap in the country, according to a recent analysis. The number of millionaire households in the United States has grown by more than 800,000 over the past five years and by more than 1.3 million since 2006, says the annual Wealth & Affluent Monitor published by Phoenix Marketing International. >>> Read more.

'Day Without Immigrants' Closes Businesses Across American Cities

Grocery stores, restaurants, construction companies and other businesses across the country are facing a "Day Without Immigrants" on Thursday — a protest of boycotts and strikes emphasizing the importance of immigrants in American society. >>> Read more.

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Lothian Love Triangle Murders: 'Weak-Minded' Shooter Sentenced To 60 Years

An Annapolis man called "weak-minded" by his attorney was sentenced to 60 years in prison for the brutal murders of a Lothian man and his live-in mistress as they slept. Gabriel Ezekiel Struss, 19, of Annapolis, had pleaded guilty in June 2016 to five charges, including two counts of first-degree murder, according to online court records, and was sentenced on Tuesday. >>> Read more.

Baltimore's 2017 James Beard Award Semifinalists: Full List

• Two Baltimore restaurants are up for James Beard Foundation awards, selected as semifinalists for outstanding chef, wine and service.

Maryland Tax Free Weekend Starts Feb. 18 For Some Appliances

• Maryland shoppers can buy Energy Star appliances without paying 6 percent state sales tax Feb. 18-20.

BWI Airport Sets Huge Record for Passengers in 2016

• More than 25 million passengers traveled through BWI Marshall Airport in 2016 for a new record that tops the old one by 2 million fliers.

Severna Park PE Teacher From Millersville Charged In Locker Thefts

• A Severna Park High School P.E. teacher from Millersville has been charged with stealing from student lockers, police say.

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