Thousands of commuters from Maryland make their way into the District of Columbia daily for their jobs. This week, drivers were asked to find another method of transportation as part of International Car Free Day. But participation may have been limited because of a lack of publicity.
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At Some P.G. County Metro Stations, Majority of Nighttime Riders are Below Poverty Line
Metro leaders are considering cutting late night operating hours that could disproportionately affect people below the poverty line.
To Great Fanfare, New Turkish Cultural Center Officially Opens in Maryland
New Turkish cultural complex celebrates architecture, art, food and religion.
SAYING FAREWELL: Remembering Fallen Prince George’s Officer Jacai Colson
Family and friends are remembering fallen Officer Jacai Colson of Prince George’s County after he died in a friendly fire.
House committee discusses combatting heroin epidemic
Baltimore City’s health commissioner joins a panel updating the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform on the growing problem of abuse of illegal opioids, like heroin, as well as controlled substances, like oxycodone.
Prince George’s County Kicks off Pothole Blitz
They make your car bounce, sometimes you swerve to avoid them, other times you aren’t so lucky. Yes, we’re talking about potholes, and plenty of them. Today Prince Georges County’s Department of Public Works set out to smooth things over, launching their “Pothole Blitz.”
WATER DRIVE: Local Church Helps a Community in Need 600 Miles Away
Local Church collects water and other supplies for those in need in Flint, Michigan.
Prince George’s County Council Approves E-Cigarette Regulations
The Prince George’s County Council voted 8 to 1 in favor of passing a new electronic cigarette law. The law bans the use of E-Cigarettes where regular cigarettes are banned, except in casinos.
Maryland’s Senate Race Heats Up
Minority whip Kathy Szeliga entered Maryland’s Senate race on Tuesday, but the eye of the public still lies on the Democratic primary.
FBI Seeks Possible New Headquarters in Prince George’s County
The push for an FBI headquarters move to Maryland is underway, with Sen. Ben Cardin and other Maryland officials making the case for two possible locations in Prince George’s County.