Washington

Located on Capitol Hill, the CNS Washington bureau has more reporters dedicated to covering the federal government’s impact on Maryland than any other news organization in the state.

GOP Candidates Bring Anti-Government Message to Government’s Backyard

By JOSH MAGNESS, REBECCA RAINEY and ALANA PEDALINO Capital News Service WASHINGTON — The Republican presidential candidates continue to advocate smaller government and less spending. But will such messages resonate in Maryland, a state that has benefited from its proximity…

Equal Pay Day: Continuing the battle for equal pay

Equal Pay Day was established a decade ago to raise awareness to the huge gap between men and women’s wages. Now, ten years later, supporters say the battle continues–even as new anti-discrimination legislation is introduced in Maryland to broaden equal pay laws already in place.

Injury-Plagued Wizards Finish Out Season

Eliminated from playoffs, Wizards seek to finish strong in last game

Bei Bei Plays, the Crowds Keep Coming to National Zoo

This year’s arrival of new baby panda is delighting tens of thousands of visitors

To Great Fanfare, New Turkish Cultural Center Officially Opens in Maryland

New Turkish cultural complex celebrates architecture, art, food and religion.

Edwards Hits Van Hollen with First Televised Attack Ad

Maryland Senate race goes negative on television.

Edwards and Van Hollen in a Virtual Tie Ahead of April 26 Senate Primary

Chris Van Hollen and Donna Edwards, who are virtually tied, have been facing off in a series of debates leading up to the April primary.

Leaders Discuss Future of Metro

On the 40th anniversary of the metro, government, civil, and business leaders came together to discuss the future of the metro.

Nats Park Debuts New Concessions for 2016 Season

Tasty new concessions headline the 2016 changes to Nats Park.

Hoyer: Trump or Cruz as GOP Nominee is a Chance for House Democratic Majority

Hoyer says that if Trump or Cruz win the GOP nomination, they could hurt Republicans running for reelection. The Democrats could take the majority of the House of Representatives if they gain 30 seats in 2016.