Furloughs for Federal Employees Kick In

Labor Department workers have already begun taking unpaid leave.

NASA Releases Dazzling Images and Video of the Sun

Images capture the sun as it approaches its peak of solar activity.

Pavement Problems? Never Fear, Potholepalooza is Here!

About 5,000 potholes get filled each year during month-long event in the District.

Support Old Greenbelt Theatre With a Vote

The Greenbelt movie theater was chosen to compete for grant money from Partners in Preservation.

University Park Discusses Veterans Memorial Wednesday

The town's Veterans Memorial Design Advisory Committee will meet Wednesday night.

University Park Council Runs Unopposed Again for May 7 Election

Four incumbents will run unopposed in the town's election on May 7, 2013.

Virginia Rocket Launch Scrubbed in Final Minutes

The Antares rocket, due to blast off Wednesday, was expected to be visible from Maryland.

D.C. to Ban E-Cigarettes?

Two councilmembers seek to ban tobacco alternative from public places.

IRS Study: Many Riverdale Park Businesses at Higher Risk for Audits

Officials identified Riverdale Park, University Park and many neighboring communities as hotspots for potential tax cheats.

University Park's Council to Discuss Cafritz, STEP and UPES Solar Panels

The council is set to meet Monday night in public and then in executive session.

New Rail Cars Coming to Metro by 2021

Agency decides against overhaul of old cars for purchase of new.

Riverdale Park Council, Mayor Races Uncontested

The mayor and the six council incumbents are all running unopposed.

Maryland Congressional Delegation Backs FBI in Prince George’s County

The lawmakers issued letters to two federal agencies in a joint show of support.

Local Refinancing Fair Draws Crowd

Eligible homeowners are being urged to refinance “underwater” homes before HARP expires Dec. 31, 2013.

Comptroller: Why You Should File Taxes Electronically

Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot is encouraging residents to file taxes online.

University Park Mayor Wants State Bill Overturned

Council also introduced the Fiscal Year 2014 budget and discussed the Cafritz development at Monday's meeting

Cafritz Update, Fall Walk and Other Business on University Park's Council Agenda

The council is set to meet Monday evening.

Local Weekly Paychecks Shrinking More Than National Average

New Bureau of Labor statistics show a drop of as much as $57 per week in DC Metro area.

Prince George's Offers Free STD Testing

April is Sexually Transmitted Diseases Awareness Month.

Eminent Domain, TIF Legislation Clear Riverdale Council

A brief roundup of Riverdale Park's legislative actions at Monday's meeting.

University Park's Cafritz Committee to Meet Thursday

The committees is set to discuss a number of items related to Cafritz.

Riverdale Council Races Empty as Deadline Looms

Eight days shy of the election filing deadline, and no candidates have officially declared intent to run for office in Riverdale Park.

University Park: Will Power be More Reliable After Pepco Completes its Tree Trimming?

Pepco contractors will be cutting trees in University Park for three weeks.

Where to File Your 2012 Taxes in Riverdale Park and University Park

Beyond TurboTax: Here's who can help you file your taxes before the April 15 deadline.

Funding the Cafritz Bridge: TIFs and Taxing Districts

What exactly is Riverdale Park's council voting on Monday night?

Energy Efficiency Financing Available for Maryland Homeowners

Loans of up to $15,000 are available for a range of home improvements through the Be Smart Home program.

Are Speed Camera Tickets Just Another Cost of Driving in Prince George's County?

NBC4: Maryland drivers rack up more tickets than DC drivers.

Riverdale Park Council: Madison Hill Parking Woes, Water Main Replacements, Jey's Auto, Cafritz Bridge

Some hot topics were on the agenda at Riverdale Park's mayor and council work session Monday night.

Spring Break Tips for Safe Flying

A guide to current Transportation Security Administration rules.

Federal Worker Furloughs Could Begin April 21

Defense Department would see the largest number of furloughs.

135th White House Easter Egg Roll Could be Scrambled by Sequestration

Mandatory budget cuts could cancel the century-old tradition.

House of Delegates Passes Gas Tax

The final debate on the bill turns contentious amidst accusations that House Speaker Michael Busch cut short the debate and opportunity to vote.

Remembering Prince George's 5 Casualties of the Iraq War

Seventy-seven military personnel from Maryland have died since 2003. Five of them from Prince George's County.

ACP Rejects Cafritz CSX Bridge Proposal

The developers are seeking an alternative bridge proposal across property owned by the University of Maryland.

Montgomery-Prince George's Battle Over New FBI Headquarters Likely Over

Montgomery County will reportedly throw its support behind Prince George's bid.

Metro Ridership Down, Revenue and Overtime Pay Up

Although ridership dropped, a fare increase boosted revenues.

Pepco Starts UP Tree Pruning Next Week

Power company has permit to remove up to 30 trees encroaching on electric lines.

Olson Seeks to Spur Development Near Metros

Legislation proposed by the council member would offer incentives to developers looking to build near Metro stations.

Maryland Considering "HOT" Lanes on Beltway?

Will Virginia’s pilot paid lane program expand to Maryland?

Riverdale Park Council Moves to Support Purple Line

Requests state to address funding issues to avoid missed opportunity.