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9 Growth Stocks That Also Pay Dividends 04/21/2022 08:00pm • Analysts recommend these dividend-paying growth stocks.Most high-growth companies reinvest every spare dime into expanding their businesses. However, one of the first things companies do when growth finally starts to level off is to begin returning excess cash to shareholders via dividend payments. Border officers at Dulles seize 100 parcels of London-bound marijuana 04/21/2022 04:39pm • The packages, totaling 150 pounds, were headed to London, according to a CBP news release. (Courtesy CBP) U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Dulles International Airport confiscated a massive haul of marijuana they said was bound for England. The federal agency said 62 parcels of Hogan signs public safety bills and tax credit for jobs 04/21/2022 12:50pm • ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan has signed into law measures to increase transparency in the criminal justice system and to create a statewide firearms enforcement center to better track gun crimes. The governor also signed a bill Thursday to extend tax incentives for manufactur 6 reasons to visit the brand new Jaguar Land Rover Alexandria (Psst: For starters, it’s fun!) 04/21/2022 11:18am • Buying cars should be an experience, right? One that makes you smile though, not seethe or question your life choices. The team at the brand new Jaguar Land Rover Alexandria thinks so too. “We’re trying to create an experience at this facility, more than anybody else has ever done in this are WATCH: Biden announces new military assistance for Ukraine 04/21/2022 08:40am • President Joe Biden on Thursday announced an additional $800 million in military aid to help Ukraine fight back against the Russian invasion, but he also warned Congress will need to approve additional assistance. The new military assistance package includes much needed heavy artillery, 144,000 roun Is paying for Snyder’s Washington Commanders stadium worth it? 04/18/2022 10:13am • With a new name and new players, the Washington Commanders are looking for a new home. Owner Daniel Snyder is contemplating setting up shop in D.C., Maryland or Virginia after the lease on FedEx Field expires in 2027 — assuming he stays on as owner, given the mountain of scandals piling up on h Car Review: BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe adds more doors, useful hatchback to usual coupe offerings 04/18/2022 05:05am • When you think of two-door coupes, the BMW 4 Series comes to mind first as fun-to-drive, but it is not much in the way of a practical family ride. However, before you settle for a more conventional 3 Series sedan, check out the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe. The Gran Coupe keeps the stylish and curvy line 8 Top-Performing Fidelity Funds for Retirement 04/17/2022 08:00pm • These top-performing Fidelity funds provide insight into a volatile market.The best approach to retirement investing is typically to ignore short-term market fluctuations and focus on the long term. However, monitoring the top-performing Fidelity mutual funds can give investors a snapshot of market Back on track? Construction on Purple Line set to resume this spring 04/14/2022 03:04pm • The group designing and building the Purple Line announced it has secured funding to complete construction of the light rail line in suburban Maryland with a new contractor — and that neighbors, businesses and residents should expect construction to ramp up this spring and summer. Construction Athletes to get paid for good grades at Virginia Tech 04/14/2022 01:39pm • Getting good grades as an athlete at Virginia Tech will soon pay off — literally. Virginia Tech said Thursday it plans to financially reward student athletes on their academic progress in the wake of last June's U.S. Supreme Court decision in Alston vs. NCAA. More NCAA News More V The Cost of Solar Panels -- and Are They Worth It? 04/13/2022 08:00pm • If you're concerned about the price of electricity, you may be looking for other energy sources, such as tapping the sun. "By investing in solar energy, consumers can lock in the cost of their energy and avoid ever-increasing utility costs due to energy rate inflation," says Tim Deters, content mana Winners and losers from the 2022 General Assembly session 04/13/2022 12:59pm • This content was republished with permission from WTOP’s news partners at Maryland Matters. Sign up for Maryland Matters’ free email subscription today. In a year of such abundance, in a year when everyone is trying to look good with the next election just around the corner, it’s hard to sc Cardin, other lawmakers look for path ahead on billions in small business aid 04/13/2022 06:05am • This content was republished with permission from WTOP’s news partners at Maryland Matters. Sign up for Maryland Matters’ free email subscription today. Restaurants and other businesses that have survived more than two years of COVID-19 restrictions could see an infusion of federal dollars Respite Care: Giving Family Caregivers a Break 04/12/2022 08:00pm • Nobody can function in any role 24/7 without a break. Yet, that's what some family caregivers do. Taking time away from the immense responsibility of caring for a loved one seems like a luxury: hard to afford and nearly impossible to manage. Even so, finding a way to take a brief respite is a necess Money Saving Challenges to Try in 2022 04/12/2022 08:00pm • With inflation running high and gas prices soaring, saving money is a top priority for consumers. And although it may be a struggle to save money right now, finding creative ways to cut back can help -- including gamifying savings with a money-saving challenge. Found everywhere from Pinterest to per