A coalition in the U.S. House of Representatives is seeking to limit the influence of big money in federal elections and encourage small donations from all Americans.
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National Day of Prayer Unites Faith Leaders and CBC
It was an intermingling of church and state on Capitol Hill today when members of the Congressional Black Caucus and faith leaders from across the country came together for a National Day of Prayer to end poverty and income inequality.
Local football star promotes literacy at area school
The Washington NFL Franchise’s Josh Morgan visited Washington Grove Elementary School in Gaithersburg today. Employees from FedEx joined him as they promoted literacy by delivering books to the school.
Legislation Aims to Ensure Maryland Crab Cakes are True to Name
Lawmakers in the state capital are being asked to consider a new bill that would prohibit restaurants and markets from selling mislabeled seafood, and require labeling of the origins of crabmeat.
DNR Breaks Ice to Help Watermen
Maryland Department of Natural Resources ice breakers hit the frozen waters around the Chesapeake Bay to open up the channels for area watermen who’ve been frozen out of business since the sub-freezing temperatures hit the area.
New Scholarship Program Helps Dreamers Go To College
The children of undocumented immigrants, also known as Dreamers, now have access to more than 25 million dollars in college scholarships as part of a new national movement called TheDream.US.
More students and schools to receive high speed internet with Connect Ed program
President Obama delivered remarks at Buck Lodge Middle School regarding his Connect Ed program.
Montgomery County’s 311 center marks its 2 millionth call
The Montgomery County 311 center celebrated its 2 millionth call on January 24, 2014.
Lack of Manpower at Maryland Food Bank Slows Flow of Donations to Pantries
The Maryland Food Bank has the supplies to meet the high demands of local pantries. But it doesn’t have the manpower and needs volunteers.
Transportation Study Highlights Need for Safe Winter Driving
With Maryland and many other areas of the country having to battle the winter on treacherous roads, the American Highway Users Alliance is out with the results of a study on the importance of keeping the roads clear during the difficult winter months.