The state’s Financial Education Commission voted to endorse legislation to safeguard students from defaulting on their student loans.
Maryland lawmakers support special counsel, raise concerns about Russia
Three democratic members of Maryland’s congressional delegation say they say it’s important Special Counsel Robert Mueller be allowed to continue his work without interference from the Congress or President. They also expressed concern about possible involvement from Russia in the 2018 elections.
New Maryland law prevents drug price gouging
Maryland is the first state in the country to implement a law that prevents drug price gouging on patent and generic drugs. The law will give Marylanders greater access to essential drugs at a more affordable price.
Montgomery County teen a champion at climbing the wall that could lead to the Olympics
17- year -old Noah Bratschi is speeding his way to the top. He’s among the top junior wall speed climbers in the country. Speed climbing is among the sports being added to the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo. And if the teenager continues his winning ways he could well find himself on the way to Japan.
Stage is set for final DC United game at RFK Stadium
It has housed more than a dozen different sports teams since its doors opened in 1960. Now, after more than a half century, RFK Stadium is preparing to host its final DC sports game.
George Washington’s distillery celebrates 10-year anniversary
Distillers and visitors from around the country gathered at George Washington’s distillery in Mt. Vernon to celebrate the site’s 10-year anniversary since its reconstruction.
Prince George’s County non-emergency call center celebrates 5 years
The Prince George’s County 311 Call Center is celebrating its 5 year anniversary during National Customer Service Week. Over the last 5 years, the center has handled over one million non-emergency service requests by phone, email, letter, walk-in and through its online tool.
Religions intersect at annual conference to fight domestic violence
The 5th Annual Maryland Interfaith Domestic Violence Conference brought together clergy, law enforcement, and community advocates to learn how to stop domestic violence from a place in the church.
Car crashes into Prince George’s pub at lunchtime leaving several injured
It was just another lunch hour at Babes Boys Tavern when things quickly took a turn for the worst. A car crashed into the side of the restaurant around 2 p.m. on the 15000 block of Marlboro Pike. Ten were injured. Seven were taken to the hospital, two of which had serious but non life-threatening injuries.
Congressman Cummings leads latest push to bring down prescription drug prices
Maryland 7th Congressional District Representative Elijah Cummings, along several other members of the House and Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders, take aim at President Trump for failing to follow-through on his promise to support the battle to bring down the cost of prescription drugs.