Politics
Hogan, Scott Swap Messages on City Crime
Gov. Lawrence J. Hogan Jr. (R) penned a letter to Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott (D) on Thursday, alleging that no progress has been made toward addressing the rising murder rate in the city. “With each […]
Booker Rallies Md. Dems, Adams on the Air, and News About Endorsements
If you were looking for a Democratic elected official or high-profile candidate Thursday night, chances are you would have found them at the Maryland Democratic Party’s annual gala at the Camelot catering hall in Upper […]
With ‘Healthy Babies Equity Act,’ Maryland Will Join Other States that Provide Prenatal Care Regardless of Immigration Status
Maria Vicente has no health insurance. During five pregnancies the only time she saw a doctor was in the delivery room. She lost two children from lack of prenatal care and complications giving birth. The […]
Economic Development
Federal Money Printing Facility Moving Ahead in Prince Georges County
The U.S. Bureau of Engraving and Printing, which prints U.S. currency, is moving forward with plans to build its new facility in Maryland, Gov. Larry Hogan announced Wednesday. The bureau is expecting to house at […]
Nonprofit Organizations Seek CDBG Funding in Prince George’s
by William J. Ford Mayly Cisneros and Tsion Wolde summarized how the First Generation College Bound program helped them master SAT tests, the financial aid process and boost their confidence. The two high school seniors praised […]
Prince George’s Co. considers electric-vehicle outlets for new houses
By: John Domen The automobile industry is betting big on electric vehicles, and leaders in Prince George’s County, Maryland, say it’s time for the housing industry to make that investment, too. The County Council is […]
Hometown Sports
Wilson Accepts Head Coaching Position at Morgan State, Kyle Jackson Named Interim Head Football Coach for the Bulldogs
BOWIE, Md. – Bowie State head football coach Damon Wilson announced Thursday morning that he will be taking the head coaching job at Division I and Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) member Morgan State University in Baltimore, Md. “I […]
Women’s tennis back in DC as part of Citi Open
The Citi Open will again be a combined event this summer, featuring both men’s and women’s tournaments from the Rock Creek Park Tennis Center. The WTA-250 level tournament will include 32 competitors in singles and […]
More than sports: Montgomery Co. recreation department on violence prevention efforts
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich has said the Maryland county is working on a “comprehensive” approach to stemming violence among young people. The county’s Department of Recreation is part of that effort, and its director, […]
Local News
Virginia lawmaker comes out against stadium legislation for Commanders
One Virginia state senator will not be supporting the Washington Commanders’ attempts to build a stadium in the commonwealth after the team bought land in Woodbridge as a potential site. Democratic state Sen. Chap Petersen […]
‘Infuriating’: Md. Mother Who Lost Daughter in School Shooting Urges Passage of Gun Law
A Maryland mother who knows the pain of losing a child in a school shooting spoke to News4 about that anguish and her ongoing efforts to try to prevent similar attacks at schools. Melissa Willey […]
DC council member assembles U Street nightlife task force
Ward 1 Council member Brianne Nadeau has created a task force to address “violence and vitality” along D.C.’s U Street corridor. Recent incidents have included a Saturday night stabbing and an early Sunday morning double […]
Wellness
US making COVID antiviral drug more available at test sites
WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House on Thursday announced more steps to make the antiviral treatment Paxlovid more accessible across the U.S. as it projects COVID-19 infections will continue to spread over the summer travel […]
CDC Expects More Monkeypox Cases in the U.S.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Monday it’s likely the United States will see additional cases of monkeypox in the coming weeks, but officials cautioned that it’s harder to transmit the virus than […]
Prescription Drug Affordability Board Begins Process to Cap Costs on Certain Medications
How much is too much? Maryland’s Prescription Drug Affordability Board sharpened its focus Monday on establishing a process to impose upper price limits for some prescription drugs in the state. Maryland, a pioneer in establishing a […]
Upcoming Events
The Weekend Scene: 15+ Things to Do on Memorial Day Weekend in the DC Area
Memorial Day weekend is finally here! We hope you get a chance to rest, recharge and reconnect with people you care about over the long weekend. Our picks for the weekend show how the D.C. […]
Fitness on the Plaza at National Harbor
Lace up your shoes and get moving this summer with our free waterfront fitness classes. Monday & Tuesday fitness classes start at 7pm and are brought to you by Onelife Fitness and Sport & Health. […]
National Gallery of Art Jazz in the Garden is back for 2022 season | Passes come out Friday
WASHINGTON — Jazz in the Garden is back in full swing for its 2022 season after months lost to the pandemic and many concert cancellations in 2021. Passes for the season’s first show will be available […]
Community Resources
Prince George’s County offers free groceries, health resources at library branches
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md. (WDVM) — The Prince George’s County Memorial Library System is partnering with the Prince George’s County Health Department to offer health resources and free groceries at local library branches. The initiative […]
May is motorcycle safety month in Md.; police to offer free riding classes next month
Are your car’s mirrors angled so you can see as much road as possible behind you? Now is a great time to adjust them. Gov. Larry Hogan has proclaimed May as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month […]
Maryland’s multilingual 211 service aims to facilitate the reporting of hate crimes
English, Korean, Spanish. Maryland has partnered with a nonprofit that provides multilingual support to callers on a range of issues, including reporting hate crimes. The service, 211 Maryland, shares reports of hate crimes with law […]
Meme of the Week
Meme of the Week: May 23-27
Check out the Meme of the Week for May 23-27 from @BarstoolDMV on Twitter. Author DMVDigest Staff View all posts
