Washington – The D.C. Metropolitan Police and Mayor Muriel Bowser have signed the 30×30 initiative, which calls for more women police officers. It will ensure that 30 percent of new officer classes are women by 2030.
Maryland
Non-Profit group helps youth chase dreams
Baltimore – Carrollton Ridge is one of the poorest areas in Baltimore with a median income of less than 30-thousand dollars. The U Empower Project of Maryland helps kids learn how to be independent, and develop businesses that would help…
Offshore wind turbines will likely line Maryland’s coast by 2026
The projects, developed by companies US Wind and Ørsted, are slated to collectively power more than 600,000 homes in Delaware and Maryland upon their completion in 2026.
U.S. Naval Intelligence Officer transforms home into pet sanctuary
Rockville, MD – Retiring Naval Intelligence Officer Risa Simon has started operating “Leashes End” from her home. It’s a nonprofit to help senior dogs and cats as they near the end of their lives.
Family displaced after Silver Spring apartment complex explosion
It has been five days since a faulty gas line caused an explosion at an apartment complex in Silver Spring. The explosion displaced those at complexes around the original site as well.
Economist weighs effectiveness of sanctions to deter Putin’s advance on Ukraine
Washington – NATO’s sanctions against Russia include limiting the country’s banks’ access to SWIFT. But one economist believes banning oil exports is more powerful than sanctions.
Ukrainian-Americans rely on faith as the invasion continues
Baltimore- The St. Michael Ukrainian Catholic Church is holding daily services to support the Ukrainian people and say they have received an outpour of love from the American community.
Gov. Larry Hogan denounces Russia’s attacks on Ukraine
Annapolis, Md.- Gov. Larry Hogan delivered an impassioned message to scores of people who attended a vigil to support Ukrainians. Candlelight and sobs pierced the air as the Ukrainian anthem played outside the Maryland State House.
Local organizations unite to fight hunger and promote restaurants
Riverdale Park, Maryland- Volunteer groups come together to try and find a solution to hunger and to help struggling restaurants. These groups have been distributing cooked meals they purchase from local restaurants to those in need for over two years.
Maryland Food Bank receives donation to fight hunger
It’s estimated that roughly two million Marylanders may face food insecurity this year. A big community donation will now provide 230,000 meals across the state to address hunger.