CNS TV

CNS TV reporters bring you news from across the state in video packages and a student-produced news program that airs on the web and UMTV.

Capital Gazette shooter sentenced after being found criminally responsible

Annapolis, MD- Jarrod Ramos, the man who was found guilty and criminally responsible for the death of 5 Capital Gazette workers back in 2018 was sentenced today. Family members of the victims and survivors of the attack came to court…

Organization helping Afghan refugees overwhelmed with donations

Silver Spring, MD- The Adventist Community Services of Greater Washington is supporting Afghan refugees by collecting donations. Over the past few weeks, the local organization has received immense support from the community. The organization recently had to halt donations because…

Vehicles for Change: A non-profit transforming lives one car at a time

Halethorpe, MD- Baltimore-based nonprofit organization, Vehicles for Change (VFC), is working to address generational poverty. VFC facilitates the reentry process of former prisoners and gives them a chance to become skilled auto mechanics through an internship program. Under the supervision…

Washington Metrorail Safety Commission removes 60% of trains from service

Washington Metrorail Safety Commission ordered the removal of all 7000-series railcars from service. Only 40 trains will remain operating as of now. 7000-series trains make up nearly 60% of Metrorail’s fleet so trains will operate about every 30 minutes rather than the usual 5-8 minutes.

‘Critters in crisis’: Pollution is reducing wildlife populations in Montgomery County streams

Certain insects, fish, and amphibians are now considered at-risk in Montgomery County Streams. Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection and Montgomery Parks blame pollution. County officials say residents can play a crucial role in preventing pollution in local streams.

Media Watch: The Gabby Petito Disappearance

Student media reporters analyze network coverage of the Gabby Petito disappearance.

CNS TV Newscast 10/12/2021

CNS TV Newscast from October 12, 2021

DC council making moves to legalize selling marijuana

Washington, D.C. Council members move forward with legislation that would tax and regulate cannabis and reinvest 50% of revenue back into communities heavily targeted by the drug war.

Anne Arundel County School Board of Education considers raising school bus driver wages

The Anne Arundel County School Board of Education votes to increase school bus driver compensation by $5 an hour and offers incentives to maintain and recruit drivers.

Facebook whistleblower testifies before members of the Senate

Former Facebook employee Frances Haugen fielded questions and shared insight into Facebook’s daily routines at the media giant.