Maryland Gov. Wes Moore has announced significant investments in the ENOUGH Act, a state-run initiative to end child poverty, through community-driven solutions and partnerships with philanthropists.
Category: Prince George’s County News
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PRESS ROOM: Congressman Kweisi Mfume endorses Jolene Ivey for Prince George’s County executive
Congressman Kweisi Mfume has endorsed Jolene Ivey, a member of the House of Delegates and an At-Large member of the County Council, to serve as Prince George’s County Executive, known for her collaborative leadership style and commitment to results.
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Advocates warn budget cuts will harm Maryland residents with disabilities
Maryland’s Developmental Disabilities Administration is concerned about proposed cuts to state programs, which could impact the quality of care for vulnerable residents, according to advocates and state officials.
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Alsobrooks makes endorsement in crowded race for Prince George’s County executive
U.S. Sen. Angela Alsobrooks has endorsed Councilman Calvin Hawkins for Prince George’s County executive, with a special election scheduled for March 4.
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New Jersey hosts inaugural Coretta Scott King Classic, featuring four ranked teams
The Coretta Scott King Classic, a women’s basketball tournament held at Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, marked the first time the Kings’ family name has been licensed for a sporting event, with Texas defeating Maryland 89-51, and UCLA defeating Baylor 72-57.
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Comptroller Lierman announces start of tax season in Maryland
The 2025 Tax Filing Season in Maryland will begin on January 27, with a controlled rollout in accordance with IRS best practices, and the Comptroller’s Office is launching the #EarnedIt Campaign to encourage eligible Marylanders to claim the Earned Income Tax Credit and Child Tax Credits.
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Prince George’s police chief says perceptions of crime and reality ‘don’t align’
Crime rates in Prince George’s County, Md. have decreased by 5% for homicides and 2% for violent crimes in 2024, however, residents’ perceptions of crime remain high due to the decline being overshadowed by other issues.
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Achieving justice: Former D.C. Mayor Sharon Pratt speaks to new generation
Sharon Pratt, the first female leader of the District of Columbia and first Black woman to serve as mayor of a major urban city, spoke at the Greater Washington Urban League Guild’s MLK holiday prayer brunch, discussing the need for justice and equality in America.
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Young People for Progress: Empowering those under 35 to better their communities
Young People for Progress, a community organizing and social justice nonprofit, was founded by Danielle Blocker in 2019 to increase political power among young adults and youth, and advocate for issues such as voter education, restorative justice and banning consent searches.
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Making change: Maryland Public Defender Natasha M. Dartigue talks 2025 priorities
Natasha M. Dartigue became the first person of color to lead the Maryland Office of the Public Defender in 2022, and is now focusing on ending the automatic charging of children as adults, limiting police interaction with the public during traffic stops, and addressing the disparity in resources for public defenders.
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Young leaders continue Dr. Martin Luther King’s legacy locally and abroad
Three young leaders, Shaquayah McKenzie, Jadayah S. Muhammad and Rashad D. Staton, are continuing the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by advocating for social justice, equity and opportunities for marginalized communities, and are working to address systemic issues such as poverty, systemic racism and inequality.
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In the classroom: A look at how Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy is addressed in school
Educators across the nation are making intentional efforts to educate students about the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., despite the efforts of some states to remove critical race theory from school curriculum.