Keeping Maryland's Transportation Funds on Track: Question 1

Question One on the Maryland state ballot could make it much more difficult for governors to borrow from Transportation Trust Fund.

Prince George's County Election Guide: Candidates, Polling Locations

Election Day is fast approaching. See who’s running and view a sample ballot here.

Protesters Interrupt Hillary Clinton at Campaign Rally

Immigration protesters reportedly interrupted Clinton at the Prince George’s County rally for Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown.

Maryland's Medical Marijuana Process Slow Going

Distribution of medical marijuana in Maryland is not expected to start until early 2016.

Deadline to Request Absentee Ballot is Approaching

Find details for requesting an absentee ballot for Prince George’s County here.

Important Voter Information for 2014 General Election

Election day in Prince George’s County is Nov. 4, but early voting starts Oct. 23.

Changes Begin as Maryland Prepares for New Governor

Electing a new Maryland governor requires a lot of changes throughout the state.

Minority Populations Diluted in New General Assembly Districts: Lawmakers

Minority leaders say legislative districts were redrawn after the Census to keep incumbents in office, ignoring growth in minority voters.

Obama to Campaign in PG County for Brown

Heads up area drivers: President Obama will be in Upper Marlboro Sunday to encourage Democrats to vote early for governor.

Register to Vote in Prince George's County Through Oct. 14

Eligible voters can find voter registration forms online or at the county election office.

County Offices to Close for Columbus Day Holiday

Prince George's County government offices, with the exception of public safety agencies, will be closed Oct. 13 for Columbus Day.

County Continues Listening Sessions to Get Resident Feedback

Prince George's County residents can share their ideas and raise concerns about what affects their community at two remaining sessions.

Notify Me Warning System Being Upgraded

Prince George's County residents can create an account for the emergency alerts online.

Brace for Lane Closures as Work on MD 5 Begins

Work to add bike lanes, new traffic signals and other improvements along MD 5 in Prince George's County is beginning.

County Plans Listening Sessions to Get Residents' Feedback

Prince George's County residents can share their ideas and raise concerns about what affects their community at three upcoming sessions.

State Unveils Website to Help Unaccompanied Immigrant Children

Hyattsville Branch Library hosted a debut of the website, Buscando, designed to help refugee children in the state connect with resources.

County Launches New Website for Residents to Access County Data

Find information on Prince George’s County’s government contracts, budgets, crime and more.

More Doctors Run for General Assembly as Health-Care Interest Rises

As more health care is regulated by government, more physicians are likely to run for Maryland legislative seats.

Expanded Park-and-Ride Lot Opens Ahead of Schedule

The environmentally friendly facility was built so water can seep through it and into the ground, keeping pollutants out of Chesapeake Bay.

Gov. O'Malley Asks Hispanic Lawyers for Help With State's Refugee Children

Maryland has accepted 2,804 children this year, the largest number of refugees per capita of any state in the U.S.

Hot Car Deaths: Should Government Mandate Technology?

After a deadly summer of children left in hot cars, a mother is calling on a government fix. What do you think?

No-Smoking Wave Hits Ocean City Beach

Ocean City leaders have given tentative approval to a law to limit smoking to designated areas on the beach, and the town's boardwalk.

Where Does MD Rank for Women's Equality?

WalletHub looked at life expectancy, wages, the number of male vs. female executives and other factors to rank states for women's equality.

Mayor Booted from City Hall to Turn Tent Into Office

Seat Pleasant's mayor says he will work in a tent outside City Hall after council members evicted him from his inside office for abuse.

Maryland Gun-Control Measures Upheld by Federal Judge

A law banning 45 assault weapons and limiting gun magazines to 10 bullets is not an undue burden on Second Amendment rights, says a judge.

Hearing Tuesday Night for WSSC Rate Increases

Prince George's County residents can comment on proposed rate changes and a customer assistance fund at a Largo meeting Tuesday.

FBI Headquarters Finalists In Prince George's County

Greenbelt and Landover sties still in the running, along with one Virginia site.

Should Your State Legalize Pot?

With the economical benefits of legalized marijuana working for Colorado, is your state the next in line?

State: Process to Condemn Property for Purple Line Can Begin

The proposed Purple Line light rail would connect Bethesda with New Carrolton, while displacing 116 homes and businesses. The 150-day period to file lawsuits tied to the project began this week.

County Considers Creating Science, Tech District to Lure Development

Prince George's County lawmakers may create a special science and technology district to lure science and technology jobs through incentive programs.

Health Fair to Enroll Residents in Insurance Coverage Set for March 15

An event to enroll uninsured Maryland residents in quality, affordable health coverage will be held March 15 in Prince George’s County.

Local Nonprofit Moves to New Office with Help from a Gentle Giant

Riverdale has a new neighbor; Court Appointed Special Advocate has moved to new offices in the area. An April open house is planned.

What's Open, What's Closed Monday in Prince George's County

What services and offices are open today, and what's closed?

County Snowplows to Deploy at Midnight Monday

Residents are asked to park on the even-numbered sides of residential streets or in their driveways to assist the crews in clearing the roadways.

Fill 'Er Up: Residents Can Report Potholes to County

Are you dodging potholes on your commute? Report them to the Prince George's County Department of Public Works and Transportation.

County: Park in Driveways, Even-Numbered Sides of Streets to Help Snowplows

Prince George's County residents are asked to park in their driveways and stay off the roads as crews tackle snow-removal.

General Assembly Set to Hear Slew of Minimum Wage Bills This Week

Six versions of a minimum wage bill -- from statewide to county choice -- should go before the Maryland House and Senate.

Patch Readers: Maryland Crabs Are King

A Montgomery County delegate wants to require markets and restaurants to label fish by their country of origin. Patch readers seem to agree as a way to preserve the state's heritage.

'House of Cards' Returns, Will Maryland Boost Film Credits?

Oscar-winner Kevin Spacey says he'll be back for a third season of "House of Cards," which uses Maryland's film tax credits. Season two will be on Netflix Feb. 14.

County's Recycling Rate Increases 10 Percent

Practices that keep waste out of landfills and more recycling have boosted Prince George's County's green efforts.