The papal events are expected to attract several hundred thousand visitors to Washington over the course of the three-day visit Tuesday through Thursday.
DC Fair Holds Marijuana Competition
The first ever marijuana-growing contest was held at Washington, D.C.’s state fair.
Wait Times for VA Medical Appointments in Maryland Are Under Review
Veterans Affairs clinics and hospitals in Maryland are taking a closer look at how long patients are waiting to be seen for their appointments, after an investigation released by the Associated Press on April 8.
Social Media, Apps Make Their Mark on D.C. Businesses
Get charged by an app, pay with an app – a look into how social media and apps are changing the business scene in the District.
A Hint of Spring
The Cherry Blossom Festival is right around the corner. Festival executives announced when to expect the blossoms to peak.
Panel Tackles the Question of Whether Washington’s NFL Team Name Should Stay or Go
The Shirley Povich Center for Sports Journalism at the University of Maryland tackled a proposed controversial name change for Washington’s NFL team.
Repairs Continue at Washington National Cathedral Three Years After Earthquake
The Washington National Cathedral opened its doors Thursday morning in honor of the Great ShakeOut Earthquake Drill happening around the country. The Cathedral was severely damaged by the 5.8 magnitude earthquake that shook the Washington metropolitan area in August of 2011.
Bartending Friends Look for Solution to Drink Spiking Problem
By Dennis Ting Capital News Service ADAMS MORGAN, WASHINGTON, D.C. – Mike Bokman and Frank Mills are bartenders and best friends who are also in the business of safety. Drink safety that is. The DrinkLock is a new invention intended…
Maryland Looks to Other States to Help Improve Air Quality
A large percentage of Maryland’s air pollution could be reduced after the Supreme Court ruled last month that the EPA has the authority to regulate emissions that cross state borders.