WASHINGTON – House Republicans criticized the Biden administration Thursday for its temporary pause in liquified natural gas (LNG) export applications, citing negative impacts on the economy and international relationships. “This administration’s pause has caused a great alarm and uncertainty, particularly…
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To prod congressional action, bill would cut lawmakers’ pay after mass shootings
Members of Congress would have their pay reduced each time there is a mass shooting until lawmakers take action on gun safety reforms.
Whistleblowers warn Congress of alleged safety lapses at Boeing
Boeing Co. quality engineer Sam Salehpour raised concerns about manufacturing shortcuts taken by the company, warning a Senate panel that the flying public could be at risk.
Supreme Court appears divided over using obstruction statute against Jan. 6 defendants
The Supreme Court justices seemed divided while hearing oral arguments over whether a federal obstruction law applies to more than 350 people involved in the Jan. 6 attack on the United States Capitol.
Washington church marks 176th anniversary of greatest attempted slave escape
Rev. Brian Hamilton tapped his microphone, signaling the beginning of his service at Westminster Presbyterian Church in honor of the 176th anniversary of the greatest attempted escape of enslaved people in American history — which happened in Washington.
After pandemic decreases, share of Black people in Maryland prisons peaks
The coronavirus pandemic caused a historic drop in Maryland’s prison population. But after the state of emergency ended and prisons filled up again, the share of Black incarcerated people reached a five-year-high late last year, a Capital News Service data…
DC domestic violence shelter prepares to celebrate 45th anniversary
A group of women spent several months making repairs to a huge three-story Victorian house in the nation’s capital to serve as one of the first undisclosed safe spaces for women and children dealing with domestic violence.
Pressing for shield law, former CBS reporter Herridge calls seizure of files ‘journalistic rape’
Veteran investigative journalist Catherine Herridge opened up during a House hearing about the seizure of her reporting files to push for a federal shield law for reporters.
Maryland congressional delegation confident of bipartisan backing for Key Bridge funds
The Maryland congressional delegation predicted bipartisan support for federal funding to rebuild the Francis Scott Key Bridge.
DMV businesses shake up adult beverage industry with non-alcoholic options
The non-alcoholic drink movement is on the rise and small businesses around the DMV are emerging, offering sober and sober-curious consumers a taste of the movement.