County Looks to Reduce Recidivism With Jobs

Bill under consideration would incentivize hiring of non-violent offenders in Prince George's County.

Baker Kicks Off Campaign, Highlights Business, Safety, Schools

County Executive Rushern Baker points to crime declines, economic development activity and school reform in campaign speech.

Baker Gets Endorsements at Campaign Kickoff

Community Update

New Fees Proposed For Parking Lots, Roads, Roofs on Private Properties

Watershed Protection and Restoration Program expected to reduce impact of stormwater runoff by 2025

Baker to Run for Re-election

Pr. George's Searches for County's Downtown

Prostitution, Gang Activity Could be Added to County Nuisance Laws

Longevity, Academics Top Qualities Sought in PGCPS Chief

Two thousand county residents listen in on discussion about next Prince George's County schools CEO in Monday's telephone town hall meeting.

County Libraries, Schools Gain Funding as Prince George's Passes $2.7 Billion Budget

Council increases funding for libraries, declines to fund new Board of Ed. administrative positions.

Ink Not Dry on Pr. George's Budget

Prince George's County Council, County Executive engaged in last minute negotiations for FY 2014 county budget.

Prince George's County Council Approves Cafritz Tax District

The measure passed by the council creates boundaries for a new tax district to fund infrastructure improvements.

County Council Takes on Stop Arm Cams, Gang Activity

Follow along with the Prince George's County Council's agenda for today.

Anthony Brown Highlights Economy, Gun Control in Gubernatorial Campaign Kickoff

Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown cites work to implement health care expansion, gun control reforms.

Prince George's County Council Meeting Today

Watch live, follow along with the agenda.

PGPD Pilots Help MD Senators Pass Laser Pointer Law

The legislation restricts people from pointing lasers at aircraft.

Pr. George's Budget Hearings Set for Tonight

County council seeks feedback on FY 14 budget proposals.

Furloughs for Federal Employees Kick In

Labor Department workers have already begun taking unpaid leave.

Top MD Headlines: Husband in Buried Body Case Convicted, Radio Host Ditches Motorcycle, Governor's Football Diplomacy

Do you know how your high school ranked nationwide? Wondering what stores are coming to your area? Learn some of the answers and check up on your neighbors in our state news roundup.

Baker Highlights Work to Reform Pr. George's Reputation, Education

Prince George's County Executive highlights accomplishments in State of County Speech

Speak Out: What Quality is Most Important for BoE?

Prince George's County officials are seeking four more Board of Ed. candidates. What do you want to see out of them?

Should Government Have a Say Over Ride-Sharing Apps, Services?

New “collaborative consumption” services can operate outside of consumer regulations.

Top Maryland Headlines: Uncles in Montgomery, Landlord Guilty of Peeping, Michelle Obama Comes to Town

Security scares after the Boston bombings dominate several jurisdictions and other state news you may have missed.

Ricin-Laced Letter to Senator Intercepted in Prince George's County

Federal investigators reportedly searched a U.S. Senate mail facility in Landover.

Baker Travels to Japan to Celebrate UMUC Asia Commencement

The county executive will deliver the graduating class's commencement speech.

IRS Study: Upper Marlboro a Haven For Tax Cheats?

Officials identified Laurel and many neighboring communities as hotspots for potential tax cheats.

What’s Going on for Earth Day 2013 in Prince George's?

Numerous local events in addition to large-scale National Mall celebration.

Troubled Past, New Beginning for County Housing Dept?

Housing officials unveil first new budget plan since re-organizing in wake of Jack Johnson scandal.

D.C. to Ban E-Cigarettes?

Two councilmembers seek to ban tobacco alternative from public places.

Local Business Owner Seeks Federal Tax Reform

Small business lobbying group pushes for changes to tax code.

Maryland Congressional Delegation Backs FBI in Prince George’s County

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

School Bus 'Stop Arm' Cameras Could Come Soon to Prince George's

Automated cameras could snap pics of motorists who illegally pass stopped school buses.

Pr. George's Politicos React to School Overhaul

County education, government and business officials weigh in on school board changes.

O'Malley Praises Baker's School System Involvement

The governor says a plan to give Prince George's County Executive Rushern Baker more control over the schools system "is a good thing."

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.

Top Maryland Headlines: MD on Gun Control, Marijuana Toke or Joke?, Fatal Fire

The news you may have missed from across Maryland.

Half of Maryland Workforce: Retirement Plan? What Retirement Plan?

Lack of participation said to jeopardize state economy in the future.

Prince George's Offers Free STD Testing

April is Sexually Transmitted Diseases Awareness Month.

Maryland Gas Tax Would Remain Well Below Historical Averages

Greater Greater Washington: Even with a tax increase, driving in Maryland is “a bargain.”

How Important are Social Security and Medicare to Maryland's Economy?

A new report says a 3 percent cut in Social Security would take more than $300 million from the state economy.