DC Council cracks down on speeding with new ‘Steer Act’

The DC Council unanimously passed the Steer Act in its newest attempt to reduce speeding and reckless driving in the district.

Maryland Muslim communities fear rise in hate crimes amid Israel-Hamas conflict

The Maryland chapter of the Council on American and Islamic Relations discusses how communities are keeping safe and combating false narratives.

DC native uses boxing to teach life skills

Donte Brown has started an outreach program in his community to help people develop life skills. He does this by teaching them boxing skills. Participants say the program has helped them grow in ways they never imagined.

College Park starts ‘No Mow April’ campaign to save pollinator habitats

The city of College Park is asking homeowners to not mow their lawns during April to promote pollinator habitat growth. This is the first year the city is starting ‘No Mow April’.

23-year-old entrepreneur takes over luxury watch brand

BALTIMORE – A college student and political science major walks away from politics to pursue his passion of designing luxury watches. 23-year-old Spencer Shattuck is president and owner of Towson Watch Company in Baltimore.

Maryland teaming up with Commanders on new stadium site

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.

MDOT unveils new roadside emergency service this summer

Rockville, MD – The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration is rolling out a new roadside alert service nicknamed HELP. It allows drivers to directly communicate with transportation officials during roadside emergencies. 

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.

Police investigate attack on Russian restaurant as a possible hate crime

Washington – A Russian restaurant in Washington may be feeling the backlash from Russia’s attack on Ukraine. Police are investigating vandalism to the restaurant as a possible hate crime.