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Maryland write-in candidate Tonya Sweat has challenged the reporting of unofficial election results in the Prince George’s County executive race after the state’s election website showed her with zero votes, despite several voters saying they wrote her name on their ballots. “Our system is broken, and they will...
The Titans’ home finale, a budget retreat, a cookout on Mill Road, Pumpkin Rescue, the Apothecary’s 20th, and a Spirit playoff game.
Northern Virginia’s dining scene offers something for every kind of appetite, from neighborhood favorites and family-owned restaurants to destination-worthy dining spots. Whether you’re looking for a memorable night out or a new local favorite, these are some of the best restaurants to visit throughout Fairfax County. Methodology: Northern...
Maryland's Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services Secretary Carolyn J. Scruggs is stepping down, WBAL-TV 11 News has learned. Scruggs, who was appointed by Gov. Wes Moore in 2023, was the first African American women to lead the agency. WBAL-TV 11 News reached out to the a department spokesperson for comment but has not received a response. In an interview Thursday night with WBAL's Robert Lang, Gov. Wes Moore acknowledged reports about Scruggs but declined to confirmed whether she was part of the administration.
Maryland is moving forward with a plan to build two new Chesapeake Bay Bridge spans and tear down the existing ones.
The best Christmas towns in the Mid-Atlantic turn their main streets into holiday destinations, with tree lightings, parades, markets, house tours and a lot of twinkle. We picked seven in Maryland, Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Virginia, chosen for holiday atmosphere, distinctive seasonal programming and how well they work for a day trip or weekend. Published 2026 dates are checked against official event and tourism websites.
Kids in pajamas, a double feature of brand-new movies, and a screen so big it has built a national reputation. That’s a normal summer night at one Maryland drive-in. The gates first opened in 1956. The place recently celebrated 70 years with fireworks lighting up the sky over the lot.
Most hotel rooms come with a key card and a view of the parking lot. In downtown Annapolis, one stay comes with centuries of Maryland history, a lobby that could pass for a museum, and a glass floor that lets guests peer down at old stone foundations. The building dates...
Bethesda has been named one of the healthiest communities in the United States, tying for No. 6 nationally in TownRatings’ 2026 Healthiest Towns in America rankings. The ranking evaluated 5,218 communities across the country with populations of at least 10,000. Bethesda received an A+ grade for health, placing it...
More than 450 glowing displays line a 3.5-mile route through a Maryland state park. You can stay in your car the whole time, passing illuminated trees and holiday scenes without stepping into the cold. That’s quite a change from driving around hoping someone decorated their porch. Another route winds...
How many inmates died in Maryland correctional facilities between December 2025 and January 2026?. Who will serve as the interim secretary of Maryland’s Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services?. What led to the scrutiny of Maryland’s correctional facilities under Carolyn Scruggs?. MARYLAND (WBFF) — Carolyn Scruggs is...
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (7News) — A new law went into effect in Virginia that makes it easier for accused criminals to seal their alleged crimes from public view. Supporters insist the idea behind the law was to help accused and convicted criminals get jobs and housing. But the new law also makes it more difficult for the public to find out if prosecutors botched or dropped cases and allowed criminals to walk free.
A massive blue wave surged across the United States, carrying Democrats to a commanding victory in the 2026 midterm elections and delivering them majorities in both the House and Senate. Stafford High School seniors were able to vote for the first time; the experience was an eye-opening introduction to American...
A former Stafford supervisor’s quest to create a new park in the county has hit a major snag. Joe Brito, who once represented the Hartwood District, has been on a multi-year mission to get the Stafford government to turn the now-closed Cannon Ridge golf course in the southern part of the county into what he called Thursday an “historic adventure park.”
U.S. News & World Report has released its 2027 Best Elementary Schools and Best Middle Schools rankings, with Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) earning strong representation among Maryland’s highest-ranked schools. According to the news shared by MCPS, 12 MCPS elementary schools placed among the top 25 in Maryland, while...
A recently launched local group is aiming to help moms of newborns connect with resources, and with one another. Mom League, which started a Northern Virginia chapter this summer, facilitates eight-week programs for postpartum mothers. Series have been hosted in Alexandria, Arlington, and Tysons. Each series typically brings 14 moms...
Stafford County voters on Tuesday narrowly rejected a measure to implement an additional 1% sales tax to support school construction projects. About 50.5% of voters rejected the measure, and 49.5% approved it, according to unofficial results from the Virginia Public Access Project. Stafford was among 47 localities statewide — and...
Residents at a recent Charles planning commission meeting were concerned about how an amendment to the county’s subdivision regulations would affect Falcon Ridge, a housing development along Mason Spring Road in Indian Head. “Development regulations should balance the interest of property owners and developers with the long-term interests of the community,” Christine Cline of Indian Head said at the Nov. 2 meeting. “Charles County should be encouraging responsible development.” The subdivision plan for Falcon Ridge, which has been under development for almost 30 years, is going through an appeals process with the Charles board of appeals. A meeting is scheduled for January 2027. The planning commission recommended denial of the subdivision amendment and asked K. Hovnanian Homes of Maryland, the applicant that proposed the amendment, to add more accountability measures and remove the retroactive provision for projects that have a preliminary plan as of Jan. 1, 2026, including Falcon Ridge. The recommendation moves to the Charles County commissioners. Planning board members Semia Hackett and Jeffrey Bossart expressed concerns about the lack of accountability and oversight in the amendment, and most board members were concerned about the retroactive provision. “It’s becoming ever more challenging to find available areas to develop,” Erin
The city’s new zones are around Mark Center and near Van Dorn Street.
