MedStar Health has reported a 356% increase in walking pneumonia cases in October, and physicians suggest that people take preventive measures such as wearing masks and washing hands frequently to reduce the risk of contracting the infection.
Category: Prince George’s County News
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Tara H. Jackson steps up as acting executive for Prince George’s County
Tara H. Jackson has been appointed acting executive of Prince George’s County, tasked with maintaining stability and transitioning smoothly, while also facing challenges such as a budget shortfall, the FBI headquarters relocation, and the Washington Commanders’ decision to stay in the county.
Posted inPrince George's County News
Vice President Kamala Harris speaks to service-year students in Prince George’s County
Vice President Kamala Harris praised Maryland students for their commitment to public service and encouraged them to remain in the fight despite any disappointment they may feel over the outcome of the 2024 election.
Posted inU.S. Government
Rep. Ayanna Pressley calls on Biden to pardon death row inmates
Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley and her colleagues are urging President Joe Biden to commute the death sentences of individuals currently on federal death row, citing racial disparities and systemic inequities in the judicial system.
Posted inPrince George's County News
Tara H. Jackson, Prince George’s’ interim executive, outlines roadmap for immediate future
Tara H. Jackson has been appointed as acting executive for Prince George’s County, where she will focus on maintaining stability and preparing for the FBI headquarters, while also negotiating with the Washington Commanders and dealing with the potential threat from the incoming Trump administration.
Posted inBaltimore News
Meet LaVonda N. Reed, the first woman dean for University of Baltimore’s School of Law
LaVonda N. Reed, the first woman dean of the University of Baltimore’s School of Law, is focusing on student success, raising the profile of faculty, and engaging Baltimore’s underserved communities in her new role.
Posted inMaryland Government
Maryland Democrats prepare for 47th presidency
Maryland leaders are expressing confidence in their ability to push back on the incoming Trump White House’s policies, while preparing for potential disagreements on immigration, the Affordable Care Act, and funding, with the state hiring a consultant to help prepare for the second Trump term.
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Ivey temporarily retains Prince George’s County Council Chair post
Prince George’s County Council Chair Jolene Ivey remains in her position for the 2025 legislative year, while Edward Burroughs III was elected Vice Chair, as the Council faces tough budget decisions due to the elimination of COVID-19 funding.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
Anacostia Park to host 38th Annual Walk/5K to End HIV
Whitman-Walker Health is hosting the 38th Annual Walk and 5K to End HIV on Dec. 7 at Anacostia Park in Southeast Washington, D.C., to raise awareness and funds for HIV prevention and treatment.
Posted inPrince George's County News
Senator-elect Angela Alsobrooks resigns as Prince George’s county executive
Angela Alsobrooks has resigned from her position as county executive of Prince George’s County, MD, to prepare for her role as Maryland’s first Black woman senator, while Tara H. Jackson steps in as acting county executive.
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In the classroom: How educators are teaching Thanksgiving lessons to the next generation
Educators in Maryland grapple with how to address the controversial history of Thanksgiving in the classroom, as the holiday is a reminder of centuries of brutality against Native Americans and massacres by Europeans.
Posted inBaltimore News
Dru Hill honored with ceremonial street signs in Baltimore
Dru Hill, a legendary R&B group, received a heartfelt tribute with street name signs honoring their contributions to the city of Baltimore and their impact on the community.