Demetrius Smith, who was wrongfully imprisoned on an erroneous murder conviction, was awarded more than $300,000 in compensation by the Board of Public Works.
Hellish tree of heaven weeds out native plants
As the invasive spotted lanternfly continues to spread nationwide, its proliferation has highlighted an even more worrisome invasive species: the prolific “stinking sumac,” or tree of heaven.
Seeing spotted lanternfly eggs? Scrape, smash, report them
The spotted lanternfly, an invasive insect, poses a serious threat to local farms and plants throughout Maryland.
Capitals evaluate prospects, look to the future at rookie camp
A handful of fans attended, buzzing with excitement over which rookies they might see suit up for the Capitals this year.
About The Howard Center
The Howard Center for Investigative Journalism, launched in 2019, gives University of Maryland Philip Merrill College of Journalism students the opportunity to work with news organizations across the country to report stories of national or international importance to the public.…
About The Local News Network
The Local News Network at the University of Maryland’s Philip Merrill College of Journalism aids news outlets throughout Maryland by creating important localized news content and by teaming those news outlets with student reporters. Merrill College launched the Local News…
About The Povich Center
The Shirley Povich Center for Sports Journalism prepares students to be innovators and leaders in all facets of sports media. The center’s unique, experiential curriculum and public programs elevate and amplify discussion of race, gender, politics and the world —…
Saturday is National Dance Day, with a focus on hip-hop’s 50th anniversary
Correction: An earlier version of this article misnamed the group Words Beats & Life in some references.
Capitals to hold rookie camp at McMullen Arena in Annapolis
The NHL Washington Capitals will return to Annapolis for the first time since the 2018 Stadium Series for a rookie camp. As the Caps players age, all eyes are on their young prospects.