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As more schools become ���test-optional,��� do juniors still need to take the SAT/ACT? 10/16/2019 05:00am • More and more colleges and universities have stopped requiring the SAT and ACT, but it's still a good idea to take them. (Getty Images) For decades, the college application process has begun with high school juniors taking college admissions tests. But with many colleges and universities becomin Q&A: 'Blair Witch Project' celebrates 20th anniversary in Frederick 10/16/2019 12:01am • EDITOR'S NOTE:��The following interview was conducted in 2017. In 1999, filmmakers ventured into the woods of Burkittsville, Maryland, to shoot a low-budget horror flick that became one of the most profitable films of all time. This Friday, "The Blair Witch Project" (1999) celebrates its 2 3 changes to the ACT that could help students succeed 10/15/2019 01:43pm • In this Jan. 17, 2016 file photo, a sign is seen at the entrance to a hall for a college test preparation class in Bethesda, Md. (The Associated Press) If the ACT is on the horizon for you or your child, you may want to know about some recently announced changes. Read on to learn how these three Finding a spiritual path through gridlock and stressful times 10/15/2019 10:26am • This content is sponsored by the Saint John Paul II National Shrine. by Ken Balbuena, Director of Pilgrimage and Visitor Services at the Saint John Paul II National Shrine ���Rush hour.��� These two words stir a wide range of emotions that often leave DC commuters desiring a sense of inner pea Prince William County School Board to vote on 2020-21 calendar 10/15/2019 06:39am • This article was written by WTOP���s news partner��InsideNoVa.com��and republished with permission. Sign up for��InsideNoVa.com���s free email subscription��today. A proposed calendar for Prince William County Public Schools would have classes beginning on Tuesday, Aug. 25, nearly two weeks befor In latest e-cig attack, Montgomery County sues JUUL 10/15/2019 04:38am • This content was republished with permission from WTOP���s news partners at Maryland Matters. Sign up for��Maryland Matters��� free email subscription��today. Montgomery County says JUUL Labs ��� with fruity-flavored, easily concealable nicotine cartridges ��� has caused a severe public nuisance Today in History: Oct. 15 10/15/2019 12:30am • Today is Tuesday, Oct. 15, the 288th day of 2019. Today's Highlight in History: On Oct. 15, 1991, despite sexual harassment allegations by Anita Hill, the Senate narrowly confirmed the nomination of Clarence Thomas to the U.S. Supreme Court, 52-48. On this date: In 1783, the first manned Exposure to pollution linked to 'silent miscarriages' 10/14/2019 11:15am • Pregnant women who have been exposed to high levels of pollution face an increased risk of "silent miscarriage" in the first trimester, according to a new study. A "silent miscarriage" happens when a fetus hasn't formed or has died, but the placenta and embryonic tissue remain. Researchers analyz Review: 'El Camino' explores Jesse Pinkman's future after 'Breaking Bad' 10/14/2019 02:02am • "Breaking Bad" will forever go down as one of the greatest TV shows ever made. Vince Gilligan's AMC hit won 16 Emmys, including Best Drama twice, four Best Actor wins for Bryan Cranston as teacher-turned-meth-cooker Walter White, and three Supporting Actor wins for Aaron Paul as recovering ad BTS' army of admirers: Inside one of the world's most powerful fandoms 10/12/2019 08:30pm • Michelle Quinde is a BTS megafan. When the latest album from the South Korean boy band came out in April, she bought the CD, even though she doesn't own a CD player. When the seven-member group went to the United States in May, she went to all six of their concerts. And when BTS' single "A Brand Fairfax County teacher arrested at the border after inappropriate texts with child found 10/11/2019 05:48pm • A Fairfax County Public Schools teacher is facing multiple charges after police said he had inappropriate contact with a child and tried to leave the country once he found out he was being investigated. Matthew Snell, 31, of Maryland, was arrested Friday at an airport in El Paso, Texas, the Fairf Free classes in the DC area 10/11/2019 11:25am • With kids settled in their school routine, it's time for parents to think about their own higher learning. Here are some free classes you can take around the D.C. area. The best place to start is probably your local library. Most libraries have a cornucopia of classes, from languages, crafting, a Prince George's Co. schools want feedback on student homework policy 10/10/2019 06:40pm • Prince George's County Public Schools in Maryland wants to hear from parents and caregivers about a topic that generates lots of debate: homework. The school system is looking at updating its policies and procedures on homework, and is starting with a survey. Parents and guardians will be asked t Kids eating too much processed foods? Your cooking may be to blame 10/10/2019 11:26am • If you want your kids to eat fewer processed foods, you might want to brush up on your cooking skills. Nearly a dozen studies, ranging from Brazil to the U.K., reviewed the home cooking skills of parents and assessed what impact that had on their children eating so-called "ultra-processed" fo Md. lawmakers regroup to rework police transparency bills 10/09/2019 10:42am • This content was republished with permission from WTOP���s news partners at Maryland Matters. Sign up for��Maryland Matters��� free email subscription��today. Following setbacks in the 2019 legislative session, Maryland lawmakers this week resumed work on legislation to provide greater transparen