“Tragedy” is a word mother and salon owner Teresa Dawkins knows only too well. But after the deaths of three of her children, President Obama stepped in to make sure this story has a happy ending.
New law aims to give homeless students better access to education
Homeless students face many unique struggles, like finding transportation, stable housing and consistency with school attendance. The Every Student Succeeds Act, effective Oct. 1, hopes to fix just that.
Blind residents speak up about challenges in Prince George’s County
The National Federation of the Blind’s National Harbor Chapter visit the Prince George’s County Executive Rushern Baker to discuss problems and possible solutions. One woman says there’s still life after vision loss.
Vocal Majority makes national tour to get out the vote to prevent gun violence
ANNAPOLIS – With three weeks until the election, the “Vocal Majority” is taking a bus tour around the country, stopping in 47 cities through 14 states in 42 days.
Maryland shelter assists with aftermath resulting from Hurricane Matthew
Anne Arundel County’s SCPA is working to make more room for Hurricane Matthew rescue dogs. The shelter had already taken in seven hurricane rescues from South Carolina, but now regions of the state with unexpected flooding are turning to Maryland for help.
UMD students react to Trump assault allegations
COLLEGE PARK – The discourse on the campaign trail is heating up, and students are beginning to gain interest as well. With the new allegations against Donald Trump coming out this week, the Prevent Sexual Assault club on campus is trying to start a new dialogue.
Maryland & D.C. team up to clean Anacostia River
District of Columbia Mayor Muriel Bowser, Montgomery County Executive Isiah Leggett, and Prince George’s County Executive Rushern Baker met Thursday to sign the Anacostia Accord. The Accord is part of a larger effort by to restore water quality throughout the watershed.
80 charged in Md.’s largest prison corruption case
he U.S. Attorney’s office announced that 80 individuals – including prisoners and correctional officers – will be charged in the Maryland’s largest crackdown on racketeering.
Nats Fans Give Team Good Luck… Literally
The Nationals have not advanced past the NLDS since 1981 — when they were still the Expos. This year, they’re looking to the fans for a bit of good luck. In return, fans had the chance to win playoff tickets.