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Md. vet stresses pet summer safety as weather heats up 06/04/2023 04:09am • As the District springs into warmer summer months, veterinarians are sending a friendly reminder about preparing pets for the hot weather ahead. “If it’s too hot for you, it’s too hot for them,” said Dr. Peter Eeg, a veterinarian at Poolesville Veterinary Clinic in Maryland. Eeg said l Prince George’s Co. mother, daughter charged in connection with grandmother’s murder 06/03/2023 09:17pm • A mother and daughter in Landover, Maryland, have been charged in connection to the killing of their 71-year-old mother and grandmother, according to Prince George’s County police. The police's preliminary investigation suggests that 44-year-old Candace Craig murdered her elderly mother, Margar Rockville bank employee sentenced for fraud scheme targeting churches, religious organizations 06/03/2023 08:43am • A man from Rockville, Maryland, was sentenced Friday to three years in federal prison for a yearlong bank fraud scheme that stole millions from local churches and religious organizations. The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Maryland said that Diape Seck, 29, helped carry out the fraud Data Doctors: Can home 5G replace cable internet? 06/03/2023 06:14am • Q: Are the home 5G options fast enough for me to get rid of my expensive cable internet service? A: In the past, most households were limited to one or two wired internet service options (DSL or Cable) based on where you lived. As 5G coverage continues to grow, switching to a fixed wireless se DC rated best city for parks for 3rd straight year 06/03/2023 05:33am • D.C. has been rated the top city in the nation for public parks for the third straight year, according to an annual ParkScore ranking by the Trust for Public Land. The nonprofit said the District scored high on a number of factors including residential access to a park, a city's median park size, Second bald eaglet falls to the ground from Dulles Greenway nest 06/03/2023 04:40am • For the second time in a week, a section of the bald eagle’s nest along the Dulles Greenway in Leesburg, Virginia, collapsed, this time sending the eaglet known as DG3 tumbling to the ground. The latest collapse happened early Friday morning, according to Terry Hoffman, the public and customer As Pride Month begins, state officials urge Marylanders to be mindful of sexual health, STIs 06/02/2023 08:50am • This content was republished with permission from WTOP’s news partners at Maryland Matters. Sign up for Maryland Matters’ free email subscription today. The first day of June kicks off what the LGBTQ+ community recognizes as Pride Month, when members of the community come together to celebr June entertainment brings Ed Sheeran, John Legend, Shania Twain to DC area 06/01/2023 12:57pm • Summer is quickly approaching, meaning tons of fun events around town. Check out WTOP's June Entertainment Guide for a roundup of events in the D.C. area: June Entertainment Guide June 1: Taj Mahal and Los Lobos at Wolf Trap June 1-18: "Good Bones" at Studio Theatre June 1-24: IN 14 events for DC-area dog lovers this summer 06/01/2023 07:19am • It's time to paw-ty! Whether you're a dog owner or a dog enthusiast, there is a variety of upcoming local events that'll be a doggone good time this summer. From puppy yoga and a dog-friendly drag show to pet-focused paint nights, where you can make a masterpiece depicting your furry friend, ther Boil water advisory in Northeast DC lifted days after pipe ruptures, what now? 05/31/2023 10:08am • Northeast residents won't have to boil their tap water anymore starting Wednesday as D.C. Water said crews repaired a broken pipe. But there are some steps to take before drinking or cooking as usual. D.C. Water lifted the boil water advisory Wednesday morning, days after some Northeast residents Collective Soul ready to rock Let's Go! Music Fest 05/30/2023 01:10pm • Hear our full chat on my podcast “Beyond the Fame with Jason Fraley.” The third annual Let’s Go! Music Festival returns to Annapolis, Maryland, this weekend, including Live and Collective Soul on Friday; 311, Cold War Kids and Lit on Saturday, and Chris Young and Kip Moore on Sunday DC financial expert shares tips for limiting debt, saving money 05/30/2023 05:13am • "Debt gets people into a lot of trouble," said financial expert Harrine Freeman, cofounder and CEO of financial consulting firm H.E. Freeman Enterprises in D.C. Freeman said there's one big mistake she sees people make often: even those with a budget setup miscalculate how much money they have av Volunteers swoop in to help fallen Leesburg eaglet 05/29/2023 06:31pm • One of the three eaglets in the nest near the Dulles Greenway in Leesburg, Virginia, had to be rescued after a fall from its nest early Monday morning. (Courtesy Liz Len) One of the three eaglets in the nest near the Dulles Greenway in Leesburg, Virginia, had to be rescued after a fall from its Nationals Notebook: 2 disastrous 9th innings keep progress in check 05/29/2023 04:36pm • There's a fine line between good and great in Major League Baseball. There's also a fine line between contenders and pretenders, as well as chasing what might be a meaningless milestone but a definite marker for improvement. The Washington Nationals had opportunities to post a series win and a Commemorating Memorial Day with events in the DC area 05/29/2023 08:00am • Memorial Day is Monday, May 29, and there are plenty of events scheduled in the D.C. region to honor those who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty. Here are some of the ceremonies and activities happening in the area this weekend. D.C. United Prayer March  The yearly United House Pra