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Ashley Clarke

Ashley

Ashley Clarke joined The Banner in 2026 as a Prince George’s County reporter. She previously worked at ProPublica as an engagement reporter, contributing to investigative projects on health, scientific research, environmental issues, the federal workforce and education. Before that, she worked at Bloomberg Industry Group, the Center for Public Integrity and NBC4 in Washington, D.C. Clarke grew up in Baltimore and graduated from the Baltimore School for the Arts, where she focused on visual arts, and the University of Maryland, where she earned a degree in journalism with a minor in Arabic.

The latest from Ashley Clarke

How a Prince George’s County middle school more than doubled its English proficiency rates
In a three-year period, Andrew Jackson Academy doubled the percentage of its middle schoolers who pass the state English test, skyrocketing from 14.1 percent in 2022 to 35.8 percent in 2025.
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Andrew Jackson Academy Principal Warren Tweedy shows off hallway flags representing the home countries of his students and their families.
2 suspects arrested in Oxon Hill fatal shooting
Two people were arrested and charged with first- and second-degree murder on Thursday in connection with the February killing of Ricardo Lee Vance in Oxon Hill.
May 29, 2026
Jolene Ivey, Sydney Harrison hold fundraising lead for crowded PG County Council at-large race
Jolene Ivey’s reelection campaign for at-large council member is sitting on $119,191 in cash. She leads a field of eight candidates in fundraising for the competitive primary.
May 21, 2026
Jolene Ivey is one of two Prince George’s County Council members leading a field of eight candidates in fundraising for an at-large seat ahead of June’s primary.
Box braids, feed-ins and twists: Prince George’s County offers up some of the best braiders
When I look for a braider, I need fair pricing, a wide offering of styles and, most importantly, someone who actually listens.
May 20, 2026
Suitland man arrested in the fatal stabbing of teen
Prince George’s County Police said they apprehended Anforne Golden in Silver Spring. Golden is accused of fatally stabbing Amari Clarke.
May 19, 2026
Baltimore Police crime scene tape remains on the scene after a vehicle exploded inside a five-story parking garage in Baltimore’s Fells Point neighborhood on 7/27/22. Two people are being treated for injuries, fire officials said Wednesday afternoon.
Cheverly man charged with fatally stabbing his mother
Police said the preliminary investigation found Darrick Alston stabbed his mother during an argument.
May 13, 2026
How a farm incubator in Prince George’s County is changing who grows Maryland’s food
At the Urban Farm Incubator, participants are working to increase access to fresh food for Prince Georgians and to teach young people about health and farming.
May 11, 2026
From left, volunteers Gigi Parker, Ruth Getachew and Malik Carter work with farmer Isaac Zama to plant moringa seedlings at the Urban Farm Incubator at Watkins Regional Park in Upper Marlboro.
New organic market coming to Westphalia Town Center
The arrival of Sprouts Farmers Market is being hailed as a win by residents in the Westphalia community who have pushed for retail, grocery stores and more economic investment.
May 8, 2026
Sprouts Market to open a location in the Westphalia Towne Center at the end of 2027.
8,000 applicants, 2,000 jobs: The summer employment dilemma facing Prince George’s County
This summer, the first without Six Flags’ massive hiring power, Prince George’s County’s Summer Youth Enrichment Program can place only 2,000 of its nearly 8,000 applicants, a steep drop from previous years.
May 7, 2026
The roller coasters of Six Flags America are seen above the tree line near Bowie.
As utility rates rise, Prince George’s County officials step in to provide temporary relief
Council member Wala Blegay is partnering with Community Impact, the nonprofit arm of the 2nd Episcopal District of The AME Church, to provide utility bill assistance.
Apr 17, 2026
Prince George’s County Council member Wala Blegay announced Monday that her office is partnering with Community Impact to provide utility bill assistance.
At Six Flags site, mixed feelings on what’s to come
Residents are hoping that the new owners, which include Kevin Durant’s 35V, make good on their promises to listen to community feedback.
Apr 15, 2026
Friday, Aug. 15, 2025 — The roller coasters of Six Flags America are seen above the tree line near Bowie.
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