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The Maryland State Fair is in full swing; Check out some of the new rides, attractions and food
TIMONIUM, Md. — Friday marks the first full day of the Maryland State Fair, which will run for three weekends. There's all of the old stuff you would expect, plus some new things, such as six new rides. In total, there are 44 rides at the fair. The Wave...
Repeat Offender Busted With Gun, Drugs During Hospital X-Ray In Maryland Gets Prison Time
In May 2023, members of the Havre de Grace Police Department were called to the Harford Memorial Hospital to investigate reports of an armed person, later identified as Sathrie Zach Robinson, Jr., according to authorities. Prosecutors say that Robinson was admitted for treatment and evaluation following a crash, and during...
Juvenile justice reform commission could start meeting next month
Advocates said they hope a commission created to assess Maryland's juvenile justice system can begin meeting as early as next month, even though just four of the 28 members of the panel are in place so far.
Book lovers descend on Washington for National Book Festival
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - In the nation’s capital on Saturday, book lovers got together for the annual National Book Festival. Some of the country’s best writers come together each year for the festival, to read, sign and talk about their latest books at the event. “This is a...
Man shot in Northeast, DC police investigating
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) said it is investigating after officers found a man shot in Northeast on Saturday. At around 5:40 p.m., officers responded to the 3800 block of Minnesota Ave. for the report of a shooting. MPD said that when officers arrived, they found a man with a […]
At Youth Sports Day, a 'secret sauce' hopes to keep kids out of trouble
WASHINGTON — Summer is winding down and kids are ready to make a splash in the classroom. At The Fields at RFK Campus Saturday, nonprofit Fight for Children hosted its second 'Youth Sports Day'. Kids and parents participated in dancing, sports, and even received free backpacks, school supplies, health...
U.S. Secretary of Education Launches 2024 Back-to-School Bus Tour
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona is embarking on a pivotal journey across multiple states in September to highlight the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to public education. The 2024 Back to School Bus Tour, themed “Fighting for Public Education,” is set to visit Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Pennsylvania. With an agenda focused on enhancing student achievement and showcasing educational investments, the tour will highlight how schools and communities are leveraging federal support to foster academic success.
State sweep claims dozens of anti-power line expansion signs, stirs local uproar
SYKESVILLE, Md. (WBFF) — Carroll County residents are frustrated after outdoor signs opposing the Maryland Piedmont Reliability Project disappeared from some areas. FOX45 News has received several reports from residents over the past week alleging that signs they obtained from the grassroots opposition group "Stop MPRP" are suddenly missing.
Angela Alsobrooks looks to ride Harris momentum in must-win Maryland Senate race
HYATTSVILLE, Maryland — Angela Alsobrooks wasted little time getting back on the campaign trail after attending this week’s Democratic National Convention in Chicago. After touching down Friday afternoon in the Washington region, the Maryland Democratic Senate nominee went straight from the airport to a campaign stop, stopping only briefly at home to throw on a […]
‘Destructive’ defense, unparalleled scoring put Alana Beard in Mystics Hall of Fame
WASHINGTON — For the second time in as many years, Washington Mystics guard Brittney Sykes felt a particular responsibility to play well on the day the Mystics inducted a legend into their Hall of Fame. Jenn Hatfield has been a contributor to The Next since December 2018 and is...
Mayor Bowser hosts back-to-school pep rally for D.C. educators
As summer comes to a close and the new school year approaches, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser and D.C. Public Schools (DCPS) Chancellor Lewis D. Ferebee held a back-to-school pep rally for District educators on Aug. 19. The event preceded a week-long professional development series that D.C. teachers will participate in ahead of the start of school on Aug. 26.
Upcoming events in the D.C, Maryland and Virginia area
Even though the summer season is winding down, the calendar of events for the Washington D.C., Maryland and Virginia (DMV) area is quickly heating up. Offerings for the whole family are available, from home ownership workshops to music festivals. Now is the perfect time to get involved in the community...
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