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Man killed in Prince George’s County hit-and-run crash
An adult man was killed in a hit-and-run crash in Prince George’s County early Wednesday, police said. The driver left the scene after striking the pedestrian. Authorities are seeking witnesses and video as they…
From Valedictorian To ICE Custody: PG County Teen's College Dreams Face An Uncertain Future
A Prince George’s County teenager who graduated as valedictorian is in ICE custody, leaving the student’s plans for college uncertain. The case has drawn attention to the young person’s educational future and…
M-NCPPC, Department Of Parks And Recreation’s Festival Of Lights Celebrates Its 40th Annual Season In Prince George’s County
Watkins Regional Park’s Festival of Lights will celebrate its 40th season beginning Nov. 27, with more than 90 new LED displays and over five million lights along a three-mile drive-through route. The Prince George’s…
Regenerative Organic Teaching, Research Farm Raises African, Caribbean Veggies
Asawana Farms in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, grows African and Caribbean vegetables while teaching residents to cultivate their own food and reconnect with cultural traditions. Founder Isaac Zama started the farm in 2022…
Free Spay, Neuter Services Available For Prince George's Pet Owners
Prince George’s County has reopened its Free Spay and Neuter Program, allowing eligible residents to apply for no-cost procedures for household pets and community cats. The county’s Animal Services Division says the…
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Former Prince George's Officer Pleads Guilty In Crash That Killed Court Bailiff
Former Prince George's County police officer Anthony Coleman has pleaded guilty to criminally negligent manslaughter in a July 2025 crash that killed court bailiff Carlton Herndon. Coleman, who was off-duty at the time…
Free Pet Food Available Saturday In Upper Marlboro
The Prince George's County Nibbles Nook Pet Pantry is offering free dog and cat food to residents on Saturday. The distribution event takes place from 9 a.m. to noon at the Animal Services Facility and Adoption Center…
PGPD officer pleads guilty in fatal crash killing retired DC detective
Off-duty Prince George's County police officer Anthony Coleman, 35, has pleaded guilty to criminally negligent manslaughter in a fatal July 2025 crash. The collision on Route 301 resulted in the death of Carlton…
Off-duty Prince George's County police officer pleads guilty in deadly crash that killed bailiff
Former Prince George's County police officer Anthony Coleman pleaded guilty to negligent manslaughter by motor vehicle on Friday. The charges stem from a July 2025 crash on Route 301 that resulted in the death of…
Prince George's County Planning Board approves Sphere plans
The Prince George’s County Planning Board has unanimously approved the latest plans and renderings for the proposed Sphere project. This decision marks a significant step forward for the development, which has been…
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DOJ Sends Election Monitors To Prince George's County Polling Places
The U.S. Department of Justice is deploying approximately 1,000 election monitors across all 50 states to ensure compliance with federal voting rights laws. Prince George's County is the only jurisdiction in Maryland…
Junior leads Cherokee field hockey over Rancocas Valley in SG4 first round
A junior player led Cherokee field hockey to a victory over Rancocas Valley in the first round of the South, Group 4 playoffs. Her leadership and performance on the field were crucial in securing the win for her team…
Prince George's council confirms new county auditor amid grant controversy
The Prince George’s County Council voted 6-1 on Monday to confirm a new county auditor amid ongoing scrutiny regarding grant management. The special meeting was convened by Council Chair Krystal Oriadha with less than…
Wise High School Football Forced To Forfeit Four Wins Over Residency Violation
Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High School’s football team has been forced to forfeit four victories due to a student-athlete residency violation. The ruling by the Maryland Public Secondary Schools Athletic Association dropped…
Maryland high school faces fallout from player eligibility issues
Wise High School's football team has been forced to forfeit four victories following an eligibility violation involving a player's residency requirements. The team's record dropped from 8-0 to 4-4 just before the start…
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Election Day 2026: Executive, Council Races, More On Prince George's County Ballot
Voters in Prince George's County are heading to the polls on November 3 for Election Day. Residents will cast ballots for various local, state, and federal offices. Polls are scheduled to remain open from 7 a.m. to 8…
3 Separate Homicides Reported On Thursday In Prince George's
Three men were found dead in separate homicides in Prince George’s County, Maryland, on Thursday, prompting investigations by county police. The victims were discovered at a private home, on a road and in a wooded area…
Federal Donuts in Marlton is closing and will become Randy's Donuts
The Federal Donuts & Chicken location in Marlton, New Jersey, is set to close permanently this weekend, October 31. The franchise owner, Mark Heinz, announced that the site will be converted into a new Randy's Donuts…
Man Convicted In Upper Marlboro Fatal Shooting
A jury has convicted Malik Davon Boomer of murder and armed robbery in the September 2025 shooting death of 30-year-old Randon Akil Howard in Upper Marlboro. Prosecutors presented digital evidence from a cellphone…
Prince George’s sheriff’s chief of staff placed on admin leave
The chief of staff for the Prince George’s County Sheriff’s Office, Tracy Brown, has been placed on administrative leave. The move follows a formal retaliation complaint filed by police union president Garry Yancy…
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