Tree House Child Advocacy Center provides free services to abused children

They conduct forensic investigations, provide free therapy and medical evaluations for victims as well as preparing kids for court proceedings.

New free etching program in Maryland to combat catalytic converter theft

Catalytic converter thefts have gone up the past few years, especially with the increase of hybrid vehicles. Montgomery County Police partnered up with car dealers and mechanics to make the piece unique to the car and easily traceable.

Maryland tech start-ups look to stay afloat after bank collapses

Maryland biomedical company Medcura is a Silicon Valley Bank customer, but they say they are not in a hurry to move change banks.

UMBC President Freeman Hrabowski retires

Langston Frazier reports that University of Maryland Baltimore County president Dr. Freeman A. Hrabowski, III, is set to retire after nearly 30 years in that role.  He is known for elevating the UMBC to national prominence.   

Baltimore to receive $155 million to revitalize Inner Harbor

Rising crime and a tourism slowdown have caused businesses to leave the once majestic port city. 

Goats help people cope with mental health issues

A couple in Silver Spring is offering people the chance to interact with goats in their homes. These goats help people who have anxiety and mental health concerns.

Montgomery County residents complain of excessive racing and exhaust noise

Street racing and excessive exhaust noise in the D.C. area continues to increase. The Montgomery County Police Department and Maryland State Police have not been successful in finding ways to combat it.  Neighbors are demanding action.

Judge reinstates case against two police officers who handcuffed and yelled at a 5-year-old for leaving school

A judge has reinstated a lawsuit against the Montgomery County Board of Education and two county police officers who handcuffed and berated a 5-year-old for walking away from his elementary school.

Baltimore to pay millions to businesses damaged during Freddie Gray unrest

The city of Baltimore will pay millions to settle a federal lawsuit with dozens of businesses that were damaged after the death of Freddie Gray in 2015.

Maryland installs more litter traps to protect water and sewer systems

Trash in waterways is hazardous for people, wildlife and the environment. Montgomery County releases its first litter trap in the Lockridge Drive Tributary adding on to the other seven traps in the Anacostia watershed. The traps will capture trash from going into the Chesapeake Bay and help mitigate the environmental impact.