LARGO, Md. — Facing mounting public pressure over sharply rising utility costs, Maryland lawmakers and local officials are advancing a series of measures aimed at delivering immediate financial relief while pursuing long-term changes to the state’s energy infrastructure. The coordinated push reflects growing concern among residents who say recent power bills have become increasingly difficult to manage. In Annapolis, the administration of Gov. Wes Moore introduced Senate Bill 38

Annapolis Police are investigating the death of a woman whose body was found on a hiking trail in Truxtun Park, with authorities believing extreme cold weather played a significant role. Officers were called to the area near the tennis courts on Wednesday after receiving a report of an unresponsive person on the trail. Upon arrival, first responders located the woman and determined she had died at the scene. Preliminary findings suggest the woman slipped on ice while walking along t

Former Maryland Republican Gov. Larry Hogan has announced that he will not seek public office again, drawing a definitive line under years of speculation about his political future despite continued encouragement from supporters to pursue a national role. Hogan made the announcement in an opinion column published Tuesday, stating that while he remains deeply invested in the well-being of Maryland and concerned about the broader direction of national politics, his time as an electora

ADELPHI, Md. — Thelma Beall, co-founder of the Maryland-based restaurant institution Ledo Pizza and a defining figure in the region’s culinary history, died on New Year’s Eve at the age of 101. Her passing marks the end of an era for a brand that began as a small neighborhood restaurant and grew into one of the most recognizable names in Maryland-style pizza. Beall was born in 1924 in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, and spent her early years rooted in Prince George’s County. After

Five people were taken to area hospitals late Christmas night after a three-vehicle crash on Indian Head Highway in Accokeek, Maryland, according to officials from the Prince George’s County Fire and EMS Department. Firefighters said the injured individuals suffered serious but non-life-threatening injuries following the collision, which occurred along the 14250 block of the highway. Emergency crews were dispatched to the scene at approximately 11:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Christmas D

Takoma Park will introduce a four-year pilot program deploying artificial intelligence-assisted stop sign cameras beginning early next year, marking a significant step in the city’s ongoing efforts to curb dangerous driving and improve pedestrian safety. The initiative focuses heavily on school zones, where officials say stricter oversight is essential to protecting children and reducing the risk of severe crashes. The program supports Maryland’s Zero Deaths strategy and aligns with Montg

Quincy Wilson, the teenage phenom who became the youngest male athlete to compete in track and field for the United States at the Paris Olympics, has formally announced his commitment to the University of Maryland. Wilson confirmed that he will join Maryland’s track and field roster, marking a significant recruiting win for the program. His decision follows months of anticipation within the track community, as he weighed offers from several major collegiate programs, including South Carolin

Dan Snyder’s former Potomac riverfront mansion, a sprawling luxury estate once listed among the most expensive residential properties in the region, will be offered at auction next month after a series of price reductions and an eventual charitable donation. The estate, which was gifted to the American Cancer Society nearly two years ago, is now expected to generate millions for cancer research and patient support programs across the country. Snyder, the former owner of the Washin

BOWIE, Md. — Two Bowie residents were honored this week for their bravery after stepping forward to save a family trapped in their vehicle during a powerful summer storm. The recognition highlights an extraordinary moment of courage that turned potential tragedy into a story of human compassion and quick thinking. In July, a violent storm swept through Bowie, Maryland, bringing strong winds and heavy rain that caused widespread damage across neighborhoods. Amid the chaos, a large

As the government shutdown drags on, becoming the longest in U.S. history, its effects are rippling through communities in unexpected ways. While much of the national attention has focused on food insecurity and housing struggles, a quieter crisis is unfolding — women across the country are finding it increasingly difficult to afford basic feminine hygiene products. In Rockville, Maryland, nonprofit founder Dana Marlowe has witnessed this need firsthand. Marlowe, who started I

Maryland Governor Wes Moore has announced the formation of a new redistricting advisory commission to recommend fair and balanced congressional maps for the state. The move comes at a time when several states are reexamining their district boundaries to ensure equal representation and compliance with democratic principles. The commission’s primary goal will be to enhance public trust in the redistricting process and guarantee that every Maryland resident’s voice is fairly represented in Cong

Maryland’s governor has warned that hundreds of thousands of residents could soon lose access to food assistance because the federal government has refused to release Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) funds. He said that an official communication from Washington ordered the state not to issue new benefits beginning November 1, potentially leaving 680,000 residents, including nearly 270,000 children, without the support they need to eat. Speaking from Annapolis, the go

The Federal Emergency Management Agency has again denied Maryland’s request for federal disaster relief following the devastating floods that struck Allegany and Garrett counties in May. The decision, which also rejected an appeal filed by Governor Wes Moore, leaves residents and local governments in the state’s western panhandle without anticipated federal recovery funding. The flooding caused extensive damage to homes, roads, and public infrastructure, prompting state and loca

Maryland, USA — The Maryland Renaissance Festival, one of the state’s most popular cultural events, has found itself in a new kind of battle — not with knights or swords, but in courtrooms. The festival is taking legal action against ticket scalpers accused of reselling entry passes for exorbitant prices, far beyond their original face value. Over the years, the festival has grown into a massive attraction, drawing visitors from across the region for its lively per

  Hundreds of new laws are officially taking effect this week across Washington D.C., Maryland and Virginia, bringing with them significant changes that will impact wages, taxes, cannabis use, driving penalties and criminal justice policies. From Virginia’s new criminal record sealing system to Maryland’s stricter reckless driving penalties and D.C.’s tax adjustments, the region is entering a new phase of legal reforms that touch nearly every household in so

Maryland bus riders are adjusting once again as Metrobus rolled out fresh changes to several routes in Prince George’s County. The latest adjustments, effective Sunday, follow the sweeping Better Bus program that was launched in June. Officials from the Washington Metropolitan Transit Authority (WMATA) say these changes are based on both customer and employee feedback and are designed to boost service reliability, expand coverage, and improve overall on-time performance. For m

Maryland residents carrying significant student loan balances have an opportunity to ease some of their financial burden through the state’s student loan debt relief tax credit. The program, which has helped thousands of taxpayers since its launch, offers direct support for individuals who owe at least $20,000 in student loan debt and continue to file taxes in the state. The deadline to submit an application for this year’s credit is September 15, leaving borrowers only a short wi

The United States has reported its first human case of New World screwworm in nearly sixty years, sparking concerns over both public health and the agricultural industry. Officials confirmed that the case was identified in Maryland, where a patient was diagnosed after returning from Central America. While reports differed over whether the individual had traveled to El Salvador or Guatemala, the confirmation itself marks a serious event given that this parasite

Montgomery County is preparing to launch a new pilot program that could reshape how local security is handled in public spaces. A five-foot-tall security robot named Parker will soon begin patrolling the Town Square Parking Garage in Silver Spring as part of a year-long initiative designed to evaluate whether robotic assistance can help improve public safety in busy urban areas. The program reflects the county’s interest in blending technology with commun