Prince George's County
Maryland embraces gradual transition to zero-emission trucks and buses
Environmentalists hail a new law as a major step toward reducing harmful emissions in historically underserved communities. But some worry that a caveat in the legislation could delay the mandate.
As Baltimore moves to enforce youth curfew, here’s how similar policies played out elsewhere
The Banner looked at how similar policies played out in Philadelphia and nearby Prince George’s County.
Residents oppose proposed lithium battery storage system in Prince George’s County
A Pepco pilot project to build the 1-megawatt unit poses fire and explosion risks, residents say.
University of Maryland health researcher probes climate threat to those with chronic diseases
Amir Sapkota has researched the impact of air pollution on the heart and the lungs, and how climate disruptions can increase health risks for kidney patients needing dialysis or exacerbate health burdens for low-income groups.
Joint Base Andrews locked down for several hours after armed person reported
Joint Base Andrews has been locked down for reports of a man carrying an “assault-style” rifle on Thursday, authorities said.
Former mayor of College Park indicted on 80 child pornography charges
Patrick Wojahn was arrested in early March and submitted a letter of resignation.
New Town rides senior leadership, defense to 2A state boys basketball crown
No. 4 Titans breakdown Largo late for first crown since 2016
Maryland officials make pitch for new FBI headquarters
Maryland officials focused on an abrupt change in criteria in September 2022 that put extra weight on putting the headquarters near the FBI Academy in Quantico, Virginia, even though consideration of a new headquarters has been going on for over a decade.
College Park mayor charged with possession, distribution of child pornography
Police took Patrick Wojahn into custody on Thursday.
