Ben Collins, a special olympic athlete has a heart of a champion. When adversity strikes his only option is to persevere. His coach Jim Downs says against all odds Ben is one the hardest working athletes in Maryland.
Power napping offered by local business to help de-stress
New DC business Recharj offers 20-minute power naps and meditation classes. Research shows just 20 minutes of shuteye can increase alertness, productivity, and mood.
Montgomery County public libraries trade fines for food donations
Libraries across Montgomery County are letting people pay their fines with food donations. All donated food goes to Manna Food Center, a non-profit that serves as a food bank and pantry for the county. The food drive runs until Oct. 30.
Healing Through Body Art
When you think of body art, you might think of carnivals, tattoos or kid’s parties but one area artist uses the art form to make a difference in the lives of others.
Rural detention center tests new drug to combat addiction
A western Maryland detention center is the first in the country to use a new drug…to combat drug addiction.
Income Inequality Resonates as an Issue Among Democratic Voters
With one of the richest counties in the country and one of the poorest cities, Marylanders stand to be affected by presidential candidates’ plans for minimum wages, funding, and economic opportunities.
Obama Recognizes Young Scientists At White House Science Fair
Several Maryland students and their projects were just featured at the annual White House Science Fair, started by President Obama six years ago.
National Stress Awareness Month
April is national stress awareness month and while you may not be able to avoid stress, there are ways to combat it as some lucky seniors are finding out.
SWIM DIVERSITY: Hall of Fame of Coach Works to Save Lives
African American children drown at a rate nearly three times higher than their white counterparts according to the Centers for Disease Control. One Baltimore area swim instructor is making it his mission to change that.
MAD DASH TO THE END OF LEGISLATIVE SESSION
The 90 day legislative session in Maryland ended Monday night at the stroke of midnight. Lawmakers rushed through bills trying to get as many through before the midnight deadline.