WASHINGTON – The United States Botanic Garden is marking America’s 250th anniversary with a new exhibit showcasing official flowers from all 50 states and six U.S. territories.
Prince George’s Co., Maryland pushes for more fine dining options
LARGO, Md. – A new proposal would set aside public funds to create sit-down, family-friendly restaurants in Prince George’s County.
House Rep. Rashida Tlaib introduces the Ban Warehouse Detention Act
WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib (D-MI) and activists discuss the Ban Warehouse Detention Act, a measure aimed to ban the expansion of ICE detention centers and restrict its funding.
Last-minute lawsuit halts plan to remove D.C. bike lanes
WASHINGTON – Protesters celebrate a lawsuit that has temporarily blocked federal efforts to dismantle part of a bike lane on the National Mall. Federal officials say removing the lane would improve traffic flow during major events. Bike advocates are pushing…
Prince George’s County passes bill to clarify no waiting period for missing persons reports
LARGO, Md. – DeCara Rose’s Law passed by the Prince George County Council this week in honor of DeCara Rose Tompson. This law prohibits the waiting period required to file a missing persons report and reinforces they can be filed…
Baltimore County native leads Artemis II mission
COLLEGE PARK, Md. – NASA’s Artemis II is now heading toward the moon. It is first crewed mission to the moon since 1971. Artemis commander is Reid Wiseman, a Baltimore County native.
D.C. lawmakers postpone vote to extend juvenile curfew as violence continues
WASHINGTON – D.C. Council postponed a vote to extend a curfew for teenagers under 18. The proposal would establish an 8 p.m. curfew instead of 11 p.m. on weekends. This comes after fights, arrests and gunshots at teen gatherings in…