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Panelists Urge Taking Care of Mental Health in the Face of COVID-19

As the number of confirmed coronavirus cases continue to rise in Prince George’s County, a forum emphasized one integral part of a person’s well-being that must be protected: mental health.

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The House votes 228-164 to approve legislation to decriminalize marijuana at the federal level, removing cannabis from the list of federally controlled substances and expunge federal convictions for lower-level marijuana offenses.

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Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen among co-sponsors of proposed anti-slavery constitutional amendment

U.S. Sen. Chris Van Hollen of Maryland and other national lawmakers introduced a joint resolution Wednesday aimed at striking language from the U.S. Constitution that enshrines a form of slavery in America’s foundational documents.

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County Board Chair Libby Garvey, Other Va. Officials Band Together to Advocate for Virtual Meetings

Working remotely started as an experiment but is now a permanent option for some U.S. companies. Now, the trend may be coming for public meetings. Virtual public meetings began in the spring after an emergency order from Gov. Ralph Northam authorized them. Normally, according to Virginia code, in

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With Ceremony At The Vatican, Wilton Gregory Becomes 1st Black American Cardinal

Wilton Gregory, the archbishop of Washington, D.C., is among 13 church leaders elevated to cardinal at a ceremony at the Vatican on Saturday.

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What Is Thanksgiving?

What does the Thanksgiving holiday celebrate? Learn about the first encounter between the Pilgrims and Native Americans in 1621, their surprising relationship, and the reason a United States president created a holiday in honor of it.

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Morgan State University, Northern Virginia Community College receive grants for job training programs

The gifts, from Bank of America, are part of a larger effort to address economic and racial inequality.

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Makur Maker Could Lead Howard to a Breakthrough Season - WCP

Makur Maker, a top-20 recruit, announced his plan to join the Howard men's basketball team, which finished its last campaign with a 4-29 record, in July.

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Prince George's county councilmember Calvin Hawkins, Boom Jay, & Mike Scala talk about EndSars uprise in Nigeria, upcoming elections, and various random topics on The Random Hour.

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After 8 months, D.C. Public Schools reopens buildings for more than 400 students

Overseen by nonteaching staffers, pupils will continue virtual learning at 25 schools.

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Maryland back to Stage 2 capacity limit Friday in effort to combat COVID-19 surge

The state of Maryland will be reverting back to 50 percent capacity for businesses and religious organizations after recent spikes in new COVID-19 cases, Governor Hogan announced Tuesday. Contact tracing has revealed that a significant number of Marylanders have recently been exposed to the virus in bars and restaurants. Because of this, the following new guidelines go into effect Friday, November 20th, at 5:00 p. m.

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Virginia governor pushes to legalize marijuana | WTOP

The Democratic governor says he’s going to propose legislation to start the process of legalizing the drug during next year’s legislative session.

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'I'm speechless:' DC restaurant will soon feed homeless again after worldwide support

A Pakistani D. C. restaurant owner, Kazi Mannan, says he is speechless after worldwide support of his mission to continue feeding the homeless. Over the weekend, his fundraiser for Sakina Halal Grill saw major financial support after he asked the public for help during the coronavirus pandemic. The famous restaurant known for feeding D. C. 's homeless went years without ever asking anyone for a penny and suddenly found itself struggling to survive due to COVID-19.

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Here are answers to your questions about conducting DMV business during the pandemic

Although some offices are open, your best bet is to try to conduct business online.

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'Wear the Damn Masks,' Hogan Beseeches Marylanders – Maryland Matters

Amid clear signs that COVID-19 infections and hospitalizations are increasing across Maryland, Gov. Lawrence J. Hogan Jr. (R) warned Thursday that the state is entering “a pivotal moment” in the fight against the virus. But he did not re-impose restrictions on business activity, travel or social gatherings. Instead, he implored residents to follow the established …

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Prince George's county councilmember Calvin Hawkins, Boom Jay, & Mike Scala talk about EndSars uprise in Nigeria, upcoming elections, and various random topics on The Random Hour.