COLLEGE PARK, Md. – Youth sports is changing fast. What was once primarily recreational has become more commercial and competitive. Financial investments are pressuring families and players to stand out earlier as collegiate and even potential professional opportunities lure young athletes. Coaches, athletes, parents, and sports psychologists say – maybe it’s time to call a timeout.
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DC residents weigh in on expanded youth curfew
WASHINGTON - The DC Council continues to gather testimony from residents, police, and advocates as officials decide whether the controversial youth curfew policy should remain in place through April.
Terps thriving in first season inside new basketball performance center
COLLEGE PARK, Md. – In their first season inside the new Barry P. Gossett Basketball Performance Center, Maryland women’s basketball is thriving, opening the year 12–0. Players credit the 24/7 access, dedicated practice court, recovery spaces, and upgraded weight room…
Prince George’s County high school students build tiny house
CHELTENHAM, Md. — Students from Crossland High School are building a tiny home as part of Prince George’s County’s Construction Trades Program. For nearly fifty years, students in the program have built full-size houses, but this year marks the first…
Controversial defense bill clause could weaken D.C. aviation protections
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Fired federal worker opens mobile coffee stand
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Toys For Tots is making a big difference this holiday season
Elizabeth Scott, a Toys for Tots coordinator, is organizing this years toy drive to serve thousands of children in Montgomery County.
DC Police Chief resigns, community reflects and looks forward
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The life of Theaux Le Gardeur, guardian of the Gunpowder River
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U.S. House votes to release Epstein files
The U.S. House of Representatives voted to release the Jeffrey Epstein files. This bipartisan vote comes with surprising support from President Donald Trump, who says he will sign the bill if it reaches his desk.