Maryland is working to keep the Washington Commanders to remain in-state and is offering to build FedEx Field’s replacement stadium on undeveloped land adjacent to the current location.
Prince George’s County parents struggle to find child care
Greenbelt, MD – Prince George’s County parents struggle to find reliable childcare in the pandemic. Eighty one percent of parents say they need childcare. While that demand grows, the number of childcare providers continues to decline.
Non-Profit group helps youth chase dreams
Baltimore – Carrollton Ridge is one of the poorest areas in Baltimore with a median income of less than 30-thousand dollars. The U Empower Project of Maryland helps kids learn how to be independent, and develop businesses that would help…
U.S. Naval Intelligence Officer transforms home into pet sanctuary
Rockville, MD – Retiring Naval Intelligence Officer Risa Simon has started operating “Leashes End” from her home. It’s a nonprofit to help senior dogs and cats as they near the end of their lives.
Economist weighs effectiveness of sanctions to deter Putin’s advance on Ukraine
Washington – NATO’s sanctions against Russia include limiting the country’s banks’ access to SWIFT. But one economist believes banning oil exports is more powerful than sanctions.
Maryland Food Bank receives donation to fight hunger
It’s estimated that roughly two million Marylanders may face food insecurity this year. A big community donation will now provide 230,000 meals across the state to address hunger.
Drivers brace for higher gas prices as Russia invades Ukraine
Gas prices are approaching levels not seen since 2008. Inflation has contributed largely to this. And now, a threat of a Russian invasion of Ukraine may push prices higher.
Montgomery county business managers conflicted as the mask mandate lift is extended
Rockville, MD – Montgomery county extended the lift of its indoor mask mandate but the decision might be temporary. The uncertainty has caused some confusion and concern, especially among people who have businesses to run. The mandate might be reinstated…
Spacecraft Lucy launches to space on a mission to discover
Greenbelt, MD – Lucy is a first-of-its-kind mission for NASA that will explore Jupiter’s Trojan asteroids to learn more about how our solar system came to exist. Lead by Greenbelt’s own NASA Goddard, Lucy is expected to travel 4 billion…
Frederick County Public Schools creates program for incoming Kindergartners
Frederick Co., MD-The Rising Kindergarten program will take place this summer in elementary schools all over Frederick County, Maryland. This aims to help rising kindergarten students adjust to being in the classroom after online learning.