CNS TV

CNS TV reporters bring you news from across the state in video packages and a student-produced news program that airs on the web and UMTV.

Cherry Blossoms to Reach Peak Bloom Early This Year

National Park Service Chief Horticulturalist Rob DeFeo predicted Thursday that this year’s blooming period for the cherry blossoms in the nation’s capital would be between March 24 and March 31.

Fort Washington Senior Wins Prince George’s County Senior Idol

Fort Washington senior beat 29 competitors to win Prince George’s County Senior Idol competition in early January. He and the runner-up will represent the county at the sixth statewide Senior Idol contest at the Bowie Center for Performing Arts on April 4.

Bill Gates Speaks to Innovators, Urging Them to Continue Work

Former Microsoft CEO Bill Gates urged innovators to continue their work, and stressed the importance of more public and private funding for energy technology inventions, at a summit Tuesday at the Gaylord Hotel at the National Harbor.

Prince George’s County Councilwoman Apologizes for Driving 105 Miles Per Hour

A Prince George’s County councilwoman apologized Wednesday after police caught her driving her county-owned vehicle 105 miles per hour on the Beltway.

Langley Park Businesses Sweat Survival During Purple Line Construction

A growing number of University Boulevard businesses near the path of the Purple Line light rail system are worried about their survival during construction.

One Local Girl Scout Shows that Once a Scout, Always a Scout

As one local woman celebrates her 102nd birthday this year, an organization she has been a part of since the 1920s, the Girl Scouts, is celebrating its centennial.

Health officials say smoking hookah could be a health hazard

Health officials warn, though smoking hookah is a popular social pastime, it presents a risk to your health.

Maryland Lawmakers Push Bills to Honor Tubman

Four bills before the Maryland House and Senate seek to memorialize and honor Harriet Tubman in the state and in the U.S. Capitol.

As Foreclosures Rise, Business Booms for One Prince George’s Company

At first, it was difficult for Jamel Isaac to help evict people from their foreclosed homes. But he quickly got used to it.

Annapolis Tween Earns Extra Cash with Duct Tape Wallets

Key School seventh-grader sells his colorful accessories at a downtown Annapolis toy store.