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House leaders unveil package to slash sales taxes, expand federal work opportunity tax credit 02/18/2022 03:31pm • This content was republished with permission from WTOP’s news partners at Maryland Matters. Sign up for Maryland Matters’ free email subscription today. Top House leaders said Friday they will focus on bringing a $300 million tax relief package that would slash taxes on hygiene products and m DC corrections department settles lawsuit over COVID-19 protections 02/15/2022 12:01pm • The D.C. Department of Corrections on Monday agreed to implement a package of COVID-19 protections as part of a settlement of a class-action lawsuit brought by prisoners at the D.C. Jail. The ACLU of the District of Columbia, one of the parties that filed the suit, said in a statement Tuesday tha House Speaker Jones seeks constitutional amendment to strengthen abortion rights in Md. 02/14/2022 09:49pm • This content was republished with permission from WTOP’s news partners at Maryland Matters. Sign up for Maryland Matters’ free email subscription today. House Speaker Adrienne A. Jones (D-Baltimore County) announced Monday that she is sponsoring legislation aimed at enshrining abortion access Maryland lawmakers highlight rise in pedestrian deaths at site of fatal crash 02/12/2022 04:52pm • In Wheaton, Maryland, county and state lawmakers gathered at the site on Veirs Mill Road where a 59-year-old woman was struck and killed by a vehicle as she was crossing the street in January. They hope to bring attention to the rising number of pedestrian deaths taking place in the region. Last Valentine's Day dangers for pets 02/11/2022 09:51am • This content is written by Dr. Aubrie Smith, Veterinarian, Rocky Gorge Animal Hospital. Tips for a safe holiday for loved ones and pets.  Chocolate Although dogs have less taste buds than humans, they will still seek out a sweet treat. There are a few reasons chocolate ingestion is bad for anim Maryland lawmakers outline package to support child care 02/10/2022 05:05pm • ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — Maryland lawmakers outlined a package of measures on Thursday to support child-care providers, who have struggled during the COVID-19 pandemic. In the last two years, more than 750 providers in Maryland have been forced to close, lawmakers said in a joint video conference Inspired by the death of a veteran firefighter, bill would limit exposure to toxic chemical in fire foam and gear 02/10/2022 01:08pm • This content was republished with permission from WTOP’s news partners at Maryland Matters. Sign up for Maryland Matters’ free email subscription today. A week before George “Walter” Taylor, a firefighter in Maryland, was diagnosed with metastatic neuroendocrine cancer, he attended a conf Several Hogan nominees clear Senate panel; vote on Transportation Secretary is delayed 02/08/2022 09:57am • Members of the Senate’s Committee on Executive Nominations met online on Monday to consider dozens of nominations submitted by Gov. Lawrence J. Hogan Jr. (R). (Zoom/Screenshot) This content was republished with permission from WTOP’s news partners at Maryland Matters. Sign up for Maryland M Virginia Stadium Authority bill to lure Commanders passes in House committee 02/08/2022 05:43am • Virginia lawmakers on a House of Delegates committee advanced a bill Monday that aims to lure the newly-renamed Washington Commanders to the commonwealth. The legislation, which passed on a bipartisan 14-7 vote in the House Appropriations Committee, would establish a Virginia Football Stadium Aut Car Review: Toyota Corolla gives off a sporty vibe with XSE trim level 02/07/2022 04:12am • As sporty as this new Corolla looks on the outside, the performance is more of a relaxed-sport drive. (Photo WTOP/Mike Parris) For buyers looking for a good small sedan, the Toyota Corolla has been a mainstay for decades. However, it has never been known as an exciting car. For 2022, the Corolla XSE Think again: Cynthia Connolly reimagines her classic Minor Threat photographs 02/07/2022 04:12am • It was a pivotal moment in D.C.'s punk rock history, captured with an insider's eye (and camera), that can now be experienced in a very different way, 40 years later. Cynthia Connolly — an Arlington, Virginia-based photographer, artist, and curator, whose book, "Banned in DC: Photos and Ane Review: 'Afterparty' solves comical murder mystery with different genres every episode 02/04/2022 01:27pm • Imagine attending your high school reunion only for your classmate to die that night. That's the comedy premise of "Afterparty," which just dropped Episode 4 on Apple TV+. Full disclosure: critics were only given access to the first seven out of eight episodes, so I still don't know "whodu Democratic lawmakers in Annapolis outline their approach to violent crime 02/03/2022 05:05pm • Maryland Senate Democrats rolled out their plans Thursday to address rising crime in the state, calling for a four-pronged approach. "There is nothing more important for government than making sure that people feel safe," Senate President Bill Ferguson told reporters at a news conference in Annap Car Review: Ford's Bronco Black Diamond goes off-road without breaking the bank 01/31/2022 04:11am • The New Ford Bronco is one hot ride and there are six distinct trim levels to satisfy many types of buyer. The Black Diamond is geared for off-roading adventures without a bunch of fluff — or having to spend an insane amount of money. As you walk up to the Bronco Black Diamond, you notice its stee Should convicted officers forfeit pensions? Md. lawmaker pressing for change in state law 01/29/2022 02:23am • This content was republished with permission from WTOP’s news partners at Maryland Matters. Sign up for Maryland Matters’ free email subscription today. Errant law enforcement officers may be at risk of losing their pensions if they are convicted of crimes committed on the job. Sponsored