Riverdale Park-University Park Area Unemployment Decreases: Feds

The unemployment rate in Prince George's County is higher than the Maryland average.

Prince George's County Close To Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

This is how the Riverdale Park-University Park area compares to Maryland and the nation for coronavirus vaccinations.

Riverdale Park-University Park Area Unemployment Increases: Feds

Prince George's County's unemployment rate is higher than the Maryland average.

The Digital Divide: How Riverdale Park-University Park Area Compares In Internet Usage

More than 150 million Americans don’t use the internet at broadband speeds. See how the Riverdale Park-University Park area compares.

Federal Tax Payments And Refunds: How Do Yours Stack Up?

You can use IRS data to compare your tax payments and refunds to others in Prince George's County.

Foster Child, Volunteers Urge Increased Funding

Local Nonprofit Seeks Resources to Serve Children in Foster Care

'Shame!': Maryland DACA Supporters To Trump

About 9,000 Marylanders are beneficiaries of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA). They and lawmakers reacted to the program's end.

Purple Line Open House to Outline Project Changes

Maryland Transit Administration staffers will be in Riverdale Oct. 8 to review changes to the proposed light rail line.

Gov. Hogan to Meet With Pope Francis in DC

Maryland's governor will meet with the pontiff on Thursday and seek a blessing for cancer patients everywhere, Hogan says.

Metro Tips on How to Get Around During Pope's Visit: Watch

Metro created English and Spanish versions of a video telling DC area visitors how to navigate the transit system during the papal visit.

Pope's Washington Visit Means Transportation Delays

Pope Francis will arrive at Joint Base Andrews on Tuesday and meet with the president, Congress and a million or more followers.

O'Malley Scopes Out Legal Marijuana in Colorado

Democratic presidential hopeful has been touting his efforts as governor to decriminalize marijuana as he campaigns around the country.

Purple Line Informational Open House Tonight: Reminder

Maryland Transit Administration staffers will be in Silver Spring Sept. 17 to review changes to the proposed light rail line.

Letter Carrier Paid $62,000 in Bogus Travel Expenses: Court

The former Capitol Heights post office worker submitted more than 2,000 fake claims for mileage after he was hurt on the job.

Statehouse Shakeup: Delegate Campos Resigns, Delegate Proctor Dies

Two legislatives seats are open that represent portions of Prince George's County in the legislature.

Fire Department Makes Staffing Cuts to Offset Budget Shortfall

Prince George's County Fire/EMS will reassign some full-time staff to cover vacancies, and rely more on volunteers.

Federal Employees Encouraged to Telework During Pope's Visit to DC

Traffic, crowded public transportation expected during three-day visit in September.

PG County Pledges Another $20M to Purple Line

The county executive upped the total money earmarked to $120 million; last month Montgomery County pledged another $40 million.

Traffic Alert: Overnight Lane Closures Continue on I-495

State highway officials say repairs must be made to a bridge over Suitland Parkway.

Six Democratic Debates Set for 2016 Primary Cycle

Former Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley, Sen. Bernie Sanders balk; DNC threatens to punish candidates.

Maryland Sales Tax-Free Week 2015: When, What Qualifies

The 2015 tax-free week gives shoppers a break on some back-to-school essentials. Find out what is tax-free and what's not.

Gov. Larry Hogan on New Look: 'First Lady Says I'm Still Sexy'

Maryland's governor, who is undergoing chemotherapy treatments, shared a photo of his new "dome."

Traffic Alert: Lane Closures Friday on I-95 to Bring Delays

Highway officials urge drivers to avoid I-95 at Ritchie Marlboro Road on Friday night when lanes will close to allow bridge repairs.

Maryland Attorney General Pushes for Recall of Confederate License Plate: Report

The Maryland Sons of Confederate Veterans plate had previously been protected under First Amendment.

PG County Traffic Alert: Where to Find Lane Closures Over Weekend

State highway crews will have parts of the Capital Beltway closed at times over the weekend for work.

Repairs to Close Beltway Lanes Next Two Weekends

State Highway Agency officials say the work will close lanes overnight in Prince George's County the next two weekends, if weather permits.

Vatican Releases Pope's Itinerary for D.C. Visit

Pope Francis will meet the president and speak to Congress before attending World Meeting of Families in September.

Maryland Congressional Delegation Applauds Obamacare Ruling

The U.S. Supreme Court voted 6-3 to reject a challenge to President Obama's health-care subsidies.

Lawsuit: Throw Out State's Gerrymandered Congressional Districts

The watchdog group Judicial Watch says Maryland has the most distorted congressional district maps in the country.

Mayor Calls for End to Confederate Flag License Plate in Maryland

Baltimore Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake notes recent U.S. Supreme Court decision giving states the right to deny Confederate flag plates.

Gov. Larry Hogan Diagnosed With 'Advanced' Cancer

Governor is set to begin aggressive chemotherapy treatment, he announced Monday afternoon.

Baker on Governor's Diagnosis: 'He Will Battle this Disease with Courage'

The governor announced Monday he has non-Hodgkins lymphoma; Prince George's County's executive said Hogan is in everyone's prayers.

Trump to Attend Maryland GOP Fundraiser Following Controversial Announcement

One week removed from announcing his presidential candidacy, Donald Trump will attend Maryland's Red White and Blue Dinner near Baltimore.

Prince George's County Executive Releases Statement Following Fatal Charleston Shootings

Executive Rushern L. Baker, III, mourned the losses of all nine victims, including a friend and former South Carolina State Senator.

Social Security Administration Offering Online Registrations

Digital registration service requires more than just social security numbers to protect Marylanders' identities as well as their benefits.

Fraudulent Luxury Car Buyer Sentenced to Prison

A Hyattsville man will spend 61 months in prison for using fake identities to buy Cadillacs and BMWs from Silver Spring, Bowie dealers.

WMATA Pulls Older Cars Off Tracks

The transit authority is pulling all 100 of its 4000-series cars for safety inspections after doors opened while trains were moving.

Maryland Removes Parallel Parking from Driving Test

Do you parallel park much in Riverdale Park-University Park?

O'Malley Invites Public to 'Special Announcement'

Former Maryland governor plans gathering on Federal Hill.

Traffic Alert: Lanes Closed Overnight on Capital Beltway in PG County

The lanes will reopen by 5 a.m. on weekdays and 7 a.m. on weekends, state highway officials say.