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District of Columbia residents can get $250 to $1,800 in LIHEAP energy bill help, with in-person appointments starting Nov. 17 after online applications opened Oct. 20

Low-income households in the District of Columbia can get between $250 and $1,800 toward their energy bills from the federal Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, known as LIHEAP. Online applications for fiscal 2027 opened Oct. 20. In-person appointments start Nov. 17, and calls to 311 to book them open Nov. 10, the D.C. Department […]

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Sentinel

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Thomas S. Wootton High School closure, equity, infrastructure concerns

The Montgomery County Board of Education voted 7-1 on March 26, 2026, to permanently close Thomas S. Wootton High School and relocate students to other schools, according to a timeline by Save Wootton, a community coalition dedicated to keeping the school open. While the decision aims to address infrastructure issues, it also raises equity and building capacity concerns.

Montgomery County, MD · 1d
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TANTVNEWS

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Gaithersburg Proposes New Building Codes, Including a Test for Homeowners Seeking Electrical Permits

Gaithersburg introduced new building and electrical codes on Nov. 2, including a basic knowledge test for homeowners who want electrical permits. The post Gaithersburg Proposes New Building Codes, Including a Test for Homeowners Seeking Electrical Permits appeared first on TANTV .

Gaithersburg, MD · 1d

hoodline.com

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DC Gala Honors Maine Prison Chief Who Once Visited His Jailed Father

A Grammy-winning voice, a standing ovation, and a quarter-century of mission work converged recently at the Duke Ellington School of the Arts in Washington, D.C., where the U.S. Dream Academy celebrated its 25th Annual Power of a Dream Gala. The nonprofit, which supports children of incarcerated parents and young people in underserved communities, used the night to honor leaders it says have shaped that mission, while singer Regina Belle delivered a performance that organizers say stopped the room.

Washington, DC · 18h
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The $1.4B Harbor Sphere Is Coming, Historic D.C. Parks Are Under Siege, and the Freezing Season Begins: D.C.’s Week In Review

Multibillion-dollar ambitions meet vital community resources across the capital region. While Prince George’s County unveils sweeping architectural designs for a high-tech entertainment sphere, neighborhood coalitions head to court to save East Potomac Park, and city agencies scramble to open hypothermia shelters for vulnerable residents. Overview: DMV community development news...

Washington, DC · 2d

hyattsvillewire.com

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Research Shows College Park Shortchanged Lakeland Homeowners in the 1970s

A new report confirmed that the city of College Park systematically shortchanged residents of the historically Black Lakeland community during the 1970s. An investigation by city staff found that it artificially deflated property appraisals, reduced payouts at settlement and withheld mandated relocation assistance when it bought homes in the area.

College Park, MD · 2d

The Financial Wire

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Florida loses a net 51 Medicare Advantage plans for 2027, Nebraska sees 18 plans leave and Wyoming loses six of its 14, while Aetna leaves Maryland entirely before the Dec. 7 deadline

Florida will have 51 fewer Medicare Advantage plans in 2027 than it did in 2026, the largest net drop of any state, according to a Becker’s Payer Issues tally of federal plan data. The count falls from 611 plans to 560. Wyoming is losing six of its 14, Nebraska sees 18 plans leave, and the... The post Florida loses a net 51 Medicare Advantage plans for 2027, Nebraska sees 18 plans leave and Wyoming loses six of its 14, while Aetna leaves Maryland entirely before the Dec. 7 deadline appeared first on The Financial Wire .

Florida · 2d

TANTVNEWS

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Montgomery County Landlord-Tenant Complaints Reached a Record 1,121 in 2025, County Records Show

Landlord-tenant complaints in Montgomery County rose to 1,121 in 2025, the highest annual total in county records dating to 2008, led by security deposit disputes. The post Montgomery County Landlord-Tenant Complaints Reached a Record 1,121 in 2025, County Records Show appeared first on TANTV .

Montgomery County, MD · 1d

The Center Square

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Socialist mayors to lead LA, D.C., NYC, Seattle as Trump warns of ‘disaster’

(The Center Square) – Democratic Socialists will now lead America’s two most populous cities and the nation’s capital, raising questions over the Democratic Socialist of America platform. More than 14 million people will live under the leadership of Democratic Socialist mayors in a handful of American cities. Nithya Raman was elected mayor of Los Angeles and Janeese Lewis George was elected to lead Washington, D.C. in Tuesday’s elections, both mayor-elects are Democratic Socialists. Upon being sworn in, Raman and Lewis George will join New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson in leading major metropolises, leading critics to be concerned about how their socialist agendas will impact the cities they lead. A lot of eyes will likely be on LA, as the city is set to host the 2028 Summer Olympics, with thousands of people from around the world set to descend on the California city, plagued with a massive homeless problem. President Donald Trump was asked about the latest round of socialist candidates leading the major cities in the Oval Office. The president warned that “it’s going to be a disaster.” He added that the socialist policies “are very tough,” emphasizing, “they’re very tough on a

Washington, DC · 2h

mocoshow.com

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Ride On Bus Honoring Veterans to Travel Throughout Montgomery County

Montgomery County officials unveiled a specially designed Ride On bus on Friday, November 6, as part of Operation Green Light, a nationwide initiative recognizing veterans and raising awareness of available support services. County Executive Marc Elrich, County Council President Natali Fani-González, members of the County Council, Montgomery County Department of...

Montgomery County, MD · 1d

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Maryland’s proposed changes to native reptile, amphibian regulations could impact some pet owners

BETHESDA, Md. - Maryland is considering changes to its native reptile and amphibian regulations that could potentially impact some pet owners and prevent the collection of certain animals. What we know:. According to the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR), the regulation changes would prohibit the collection of diamondback terrapins...

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AP poll: About 70% of voters under 30 backed Democrats but made up 10% of electorate

WASHINGTON (7News) — Voters of all ages turned out at the polls this election, but new numbers show a sharp shift among younger Americans. Professor John Dedie with the Community College of Baltimore County's Essex Campus spoke with 7News on the topic, following an Associated Press voter poll that found about 70% of voters under 30 supported Democratic candidates.

Washington, DC · 2d

WVNS

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Meadow Bridge Marching Wildcats to perform at National Veterans Parade in D.C.

MEADOW BRIDGE, WV (WVNS) – Members of the Meadow Bridge High School Marching Band have been gearing up for their planned performance in Washington D.C. for the National Veterans Parade. Since being invited, members of the band have received support from across the county and beyond. Congratulatory letters have rolled in from the likes of […]

Meadow Bridge, WV · 1d

The Financial Wire

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A Florida clinic CEO got 13 months and a VA employee 6 months for kickbacks that steered veterans into care that billed the VA more than $14 million, DOJ said Nov. 5

A Florida clinic CEO was sentenced to 13 months in prison and a VA employee to six months for a kickback scheme that steered veterans and their families into a clinic whose claims to the VA topped $14 million, the Justice Department (DOJ) said Nov. 5. Prosecutors say more than $11 million of those claims... The post A Florida clinic CEO got 13 months and a VA employee 6 months for kickbacks that steered veterans into care that billed the VA more than $14 million, DOJ said Nov. 5 appeared first on The Financial Wire .

Orlando, FL · 1d

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Montgomery College Dean Fights Disbarment Over 54 Trust Fund Transfers, Gambling

Baltimore County Circuit Court — Reported Site of Evidentiary Hearing. A bank's overdraft notice set off a disciplinary case that now has the Supreme Court of Maryland weighing whether to disbar Tiffany Fountaine Boykin, Montgomery College's dean of Rockville Student Affairs. Findings in the case say Boykin made 54 transfers from her client trust account to her law firm's operating account, moving nearly $28,000 that she then spent — plus a little more — at ATMs while gambling.

Maryland · 20h

Bay Net

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Record Number Of Maryland Families Getting Help Paying Home Energy Bills As Winter Arrives

ANNAPOLIS — As colder temperatures arrive and energy costs continue to put pressure on household budgets, Gov. Wes Moore announced that Maryland is helping a record number of families access critical assistance to pay their home energy bills. Through the Maryland Department of Human Services’ (DHS) Office of Home Energy Program (OHEP), the state served nearly 150,000 households in fiscal year 2026.

Maryland · 6h

Maryland Matters

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Commentary: Landfilling isn’t ideal, but it’s better than waste incineration for Montgomery

The choice Montgomery County faces, between shipping its trash to a landfill or burning it, is not an easy one, writes Jerry Kickenson, but shuttering the incinerator in favor of hauling trash at least provides incentives for a better future in the long run.

Montgomery County, MD · 1d

Bay Net

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Maryland Officials Say Farm Keeps Polluting, Despite Fine And Lawsuit

Liquified manure, wads of uneaten hay, gallons of sour milk and juices from rotting cow carcasses. State environmental inspectors say those are the suspected ingredients of a toxic stew that has repeatedly overtaken a stream in northeast Maryland in recent years. It turns the water a sickly green, kills fish by the thousands and gives off a foul odor.

Maryland · 1d

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Fairfax County voters OK bond funding for parks, human services renovations

The Audrey Moore REC Center and Clemyjontri Park are among the amenities set to benefit from bond funding approved by Fairfax County voters in the general election on Tuesday (Nov. 3). According to unofficial results from the Virginia Department of Elections, a $180 million park bond and a $75 million...

Fairfax County, VA · 1d

Baltimore Times

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Moore-Miller Ticket Wins Second Term While Supporting Black Leaders to Make History Across Maryland

Governor Wes Moore spent Election Day, Tuesday, November 3, 2026 crossing central Maryland to greet voters at polling places alongside a slate of African American leaders running for county executive in some of the state’s largest counties. By the end of the night, Moore and his Lieutenant Governor Aruna Miller had won a second term while helping to bolster other candidates to historic victories. Their partners included Julian Jones as Baltimore County’s first Black County Executive and Vanessa Atterbeary as Howard County’s first Black woman County Executive. Bring them into the ranks of Black political leadership that includes Aisha Braveboy, elected to a full term as Prince George’s County Executive and Will Jawando, County Executive-elect for Mongomery County.

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