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Dumfries driver who did burnouts on Bay Bridge arrested after video posted on social media 10/01/2020 10:25am • The driver of a Nissan sports car, who did tire-smoking burnouts on the Chesapeake Bay during weekend traffic, has been arrested and charged with dozens of traffic charges, and four counts of disorderly conduct. Maryland Transportation Authority Police say they were notified Sunday, Sept. 27, Ocean City cited and stopped thousands during renegade car events 09/28/2020 11:55pm • Ocean City and state officials said they believe they successfully handled an unsanctioned, pop-up car rally that drew Fourth of July crowds to the Maryland resort. Police issued more than 3,500 citations and made 2,500 traffic stops. More than 350 vehicles were towed and impounded, and several h More than 100 arrested at renegade Ocean City car rally 09/27/2020 03:30pm • An "unruly and destructive" gathering at an unofficial weekend pop-up rally of car enthusiasts in Ocean City, Maryland, ended with over 100 being taken into custody and one state trooper being knocked out by a suspect. The problems that arose from the unsanctioned H2Oi event forced Ocean City to 'Oktobirdfest' on Eastern Shore provides novice bird-watchers with upcoming socially distant activity 09/26/2020 09:48pm • Looking for a socially distant, outdoor activity in October? If you're up for a drive east, you can link up with Delmarva Birding Weekends for their upcoming "Oktobirdfest." It runs Oct. 9-11 with trips to Maryland shore towns like Ocean City and Berlin, and other scenic locations in Sussex Co Frances Tiafoe looks to build on career-best US Open performance 09/25/2020 03:26pm • Frances Tiafoe, of the United States, returns a shot to Marton Fucsovics, of Hungary, during the third round of the US Open tennis championships, Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II) Frances Tiafoe was stumped. Asked to recall the last time he went nearly five month Why you may want to avoid Ocean City this week 09/22/2020 07:10am • Ocean City does not want to see the problems it has in the past with an unofficial car rally, so it's actually warning people what to expect and even discouraging people from coming to the Maryland resort this week. In 2019, the renegade car enthusiasts caused a number of problems that resulted i Montgomery Co. nonprofit struggles to address food insecurity during pandemic 09/21/2020 12:08pm • The pandemic has left many people unsure of where their next meal will come from, even in areas of Montgomery County you might not expect. A food drive put on by Nourish Now and other area nonprofits over the weekend saw a line stretching for miles, as people waited for hours to receive a box of 15 Top Romantic Getaways in Pennsylvania 09/16/2020 12:00am • Pennsylvania couples in need of a getaway need not cross state lines for a romantic trip. There are plenty of swoon-worthy destinations throughout the state. Whether you and your partner like hikes, fine dining, historic tours or adventurous excursions, Pennsylvania's cities, small towns and nation Trump reignites climate debate in visit to fire-ravaged West Coast 09/14/2020 04:42am • For weeks, President Donald Trump was largely silent on the wildfires that have charred more than 3.3 million acres in California, triggered Oregon officials to prepare for a potential "mass fatality incident," and created apocalyptic orange skies and clouds raining ash tha How to Make Physical Activity a Family Affair 09/14/2020 12:00am • Staying active as a family can be challenging, but it's more important now than ever. With organized sports, PE classes and even impromptu gatherings in the park still on hold in many places, finding ways to stay active and keep your kids active is vital. Physical activity is not only a great way to Weekend road and rail: Overnight full stops planned for I-66; Metro back on schedule 09/11/2020 04:14am • The work along Interstate 66 will continue this weekend, with full stops planned during the overnight hours. In the District, the Suitland Parkway will be closed through Saturday. In Maryland, Purple Line work continues. Meanwhile, Metro returns to normal. Here's the weekend roundup: Roadwork Virg What it's like working as a travel nurse right now 09/09/2020 07:14am • Two years into travel nursing, Sierra Levin had no plans to settle down. Working around three months at a time at hospitals in California, Massachusetts and Texas — and taking time off in between to explore France, Australia and New Zealand — the 26-year-old was enjoying the adventure too much t Police organizations join with faith groups for community policing event 09/08/2020 09:16am • Law enforcement groups have teamed up with faith-based organizations nationwide to plan an event next month focused on cutting down tensions and improving trust between communities and police officers. The event, called National Faith & Blue Weekend, is scheduled for Oct. 9 through Oct. 11. Labor Day means getting back into a routine — don't count on it 09/07/2020 04:01am • Labor Day celebrates America's labor movement and the blood, sweat and toil of its workers. Never mind the last-minute barbecues, bargains and beach days. Monday marks the unofficial end of summer. It's more New Year's Day than New Year's Day, really. The day after La New drive-in theater in Frederick brings movies to the fairgrounds 09/06/2020 07:30pm • Kicking off with a double feature of "Playing with Fire" and "Forrest Gump," a new drive-in theater at the Frederick County Fairgrounds hopes to give families something to do. "Having that outlet on the weekends where you can come relax and enjoy something outdoors and something different close t