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Maryland auto insurance among highest; Virginia top for aggressive drivers 01/05/2022 12:13pm • Pandemic lockdowns in 2020 significantly impacted the number of commuters on the road, and the drop in insurance claims that resulted was so big that insurance companies issued policy holders partial refunds on their premium payments. Commuters are back on the road now, and insurance claims have Police in Virginia among those struggling to deter rising catalytic converter thefts 01/02/2022 09:02am • RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — In the tiny town of Lawrenceville, Virginia, a van owned by Poplar Mount Baptist Church was knocked out of commission for weeks after thieves cut the catalytic converter out of its exhaust system. Several months later, across town, a catalytic converter was ripped from a va Montgomery Co. exec says he's committed to 'permanent changes' in cutting Silver Spring crime 11/24/2021 03:53pm • After dozens of drivers swarmed downtown Silver Spring, Maryland, during a rowdy car rally last weekend, Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich said he is committed to significant efforts to curb crime in the area. "Having residents feel unsafe is simply not acceptable. No one should go to downt Anti-crime efforts underway in downtown Silver Spring following weekend car rally 11/22/2021 09:00pm • Montgomery County, Maryland, Council President Tom Hucker has said a greater police presence is needed in downtown Silver Spring to combat crime. But Earl Stoddard, the county's assistant chief administrative officer, said the county is "taking action based on what's been happening in Silver Spri 'See what you've done?': NBC4's Pat Collins finds (more) internet fame after report on mistaken identity goes viral 11/19/2021 06:12pm • Pat Collins, the longtime NBC Washington reporter known for his folksy likeability, flair for fanciful outfits and beat-poet-esque delivery, has attained viral fame (again) for his report about a case of mistaken identity. Pat's report about Northeast D.C. resident and veteran Nedra Brantley, who 50 ways to improve your finances in 2022 11/12/2021 10:30am • Money resolutions for 2022 Entering 2022, consumers are facing sustained high rates of inflation, possible changes to the tax code and a struggling supply chain. Amid these challenges, and taking into account the last two years of crisis, it may be more important than ever that individuals and fa For those experiencing domestic abuse, DC has resources that can help 11/06/2021 02:40am • Nearly 40% of women in D.C. have experienced intimate partner violence, which is higher than the national average of 25%, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's latest report. Three D.C. officials told WTOP that the city has a slew of resources to help survivors. Michelle G Baltimore judge dismisses remaining claims in Md. unemployment lawsuit 11/04/2021 05:32am • This content was republished with permission from WTOP’s news partners at Maryland Matters. Sign up for Maryland Matters’ free email subscription today. A Baltimore judge has dismissed the remaining claims in a case that challenged Maryland’s unemployment benefits payment policies. Jud Traffic-circle turmoil and roadwork revulsion: Another satirical guide to navigating DC's traffic 10/22/2021 04:49am • Traffic near the Lincoln Memorial. (WTOP/Dave Dildine) Editor’s note: Making fun of D.C. traffic is nothing new, but as a veteran traffic reporter, WTOP’s Dave Dildine can do it like few others. Remember, everything written here comes from a place of love (and maybe just a smidge from a plac Takoma Park police team up with mechanics to stop catalytic converter thefts 10/08/2021 07:57pm • Mechanics at an automotive shop in Takoma Park, Maryland, spent Friday afternoon etching serial numbers on catalytic converters and painting them. Depeshwar Doley, the owner of RS Automotive, said police asked him to offer the service so they can better track the commonly stolen car part. Doley Jail time for former DC police employee for bribery, insurance fraud schemes 10/06/2021 07:01pm • A former D.C. police worker who took money from people who received access to confidential traffic crash reports was sentenced to 78 days in jail for accepting the bribes and insurance fraud in a separate case. Kendra Coles, 46, of Beltsville, Maryland, once worked with the department's Patrol Se Car prices are about to soar again, thanks to Hurricane Ida 09/15/2021 06:23am • Just when car prices looked like they were edging down from their record highs, they're heading skyward again. It's Hurricane Ida's fault. Ida caused widespread flooding from Louisiana, where it came ashore as a hurricane on August 29, to the heavily populated Northeast, where its remnants hit ha Wolf Trap, Signature Theatre present Brian Stokes Mitchell, Renée Elise Goldsberry 09/01/2021 12:32pm • Hear the full conversation on today’s “Beyond the Fame” podcast. After a long pandemic shutdown, Broadway officially reopens this week in New York City. Wolf Trap and Signature Theatre are celebrating with "Broadway in the Park" on Friday, featuring Brian Stokes Mitchell ("Hamilton" Thieves in Montgomery Co. targeting high-cost car parts 08/13/2021 05:17pm • Having a car stolen is a massive blow, but what about when thieves target specific parts? Police in Montgomery County, Maryland, are telling residents that there are steps they can take to protect themselves. Sgt. Michael Sugrue, with the Montgomery County police, has spent 18 years of his career What happens to debt when you die? 08/12/2021 07:40am • As the old saying goes, you can't take it with you. That's not necessarily a bad thing. If there is a good place somewhere up there, who would want to take credit card debt and medical bills with them? Still, the question of what happens to debt when you die begs other questions: Who gets stuck w