WAHSINGTON – Pilots and federal safety officials are sounding the alarm over a provision in the new Defense Bill that would allow military helicopters to operate in Washington, D.C., without key collision-avoidance technology. They argue the change rolls back critical…
Fired federal worker opens mobile coffee stand
BOWIE, Md. – A former federal worker is spreading cheer during the holidays. After being fired, Megan Ritter decided to open a mobile coffee trailer, Whimsical Welcome. She went through all of the necessary hurdles to become a first time…
Maryland lawmakers slam RFK Jr. over hepatitis B vaccine policy, warn of risks to newborns
WASHINGTON – Democratic Sens. Angela Alsobrooks of Maryland and Ron Wyden of Oregon are calling for the resignation or removal of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., saying his policies are jeopardizing public health. The senators, who…
Holiday travel expected to rise this year, but Americans cut back on spending
Although a record number of people are planning on traveling this holiday season, perceived financial instability is driving them to spend less, a national survey showed.
Mariah Carey’s “All I Want For Christmas Is You” continues to define the Christmas season
As Christmas approaches, one seasonal song that can be heard everywhere from supermarkets to office parties is “All I Want For Christmas Is You” by Mariah Carey. Although the song was released in 1994, its festive influence continues to captivate…
Taylor Swift, Drake top D.C.’s Spotify Wrapped
WASHINGTON – Spotify released its annual Wrapped campaign last Wednesday, allowing users to review their listening activity as the year comes to a close. Here’s what artists Washington-area listeners couldn’t get enough of in 2025. Taylor Swift, Drake and Bad…
Maryland public defender’s office has less than a third of the lawyers it needs
The Maryland public defender’s office is pushing for more funding and resources to hire more attorneys, arguing that they have less than a third of the lawyers needed for adequate representation as outlined by the National Workload Standards. There has…
How CNS Analyzed Cheltenham Data
This project analyzed death certificates, some grand jury reports, and some news articles documenting deaths of inmates at the House of Reformation and Instruction for Colored Children at Cheltenham, the House of Correction at Jessup, and the House of Refuge…
Some social media platforms become more polarized, reflecting a hyper-partisan America
Social media platforms are seeing rising political polarization in the last two years, mirroring a broader surge in partisan division across the country, according to data recently released by Pew Research Center.
Maryland Senator fights for deceased Cheltenham juveniles, pushes juvenile justice reform
Sen. William C. Smith, Jr. (D-Montgomery County) is bringing a spotlight to the deaths of as many as 300 Black youths at the Cheltenham House of Reformation, a juvenile detention facility in southern Prince George’s County.