Meet the Democratic candidates for Prince George’s County Council’s vacant at-large seat
Eight Democrats are vying for the nomination to fill Mel Franklin’s empty seat for the remaining two years of his term.
Meet the Republican candidates for Prince George’s County Council’s vacant at-large seat
Four Prince George’s County Republicans are competing for the nomination to complete the remaining two years of Franklin’s term on the entirely Democratic county council.
Prince George’s County juvenile curfew legislation aims to quell disruptive gatherings
Last month, the Prince George's County Council passed a bill that allows commercial property owners to request youth curfews around their businesses.
Former Prince George’s County Council member Mel Franklin charged with embezzlement
The charges come days after Franklin resigned from the Prince George’s County Council.
Prince George’s County Council proposes 911 registry for people with special needs
The program would alert first responders of registered individuals’ mental health risks and special needs when responding to a call.
Lakeland family hopes for county historic designation of generational properties
The Prince George’s County planning board approved the request for the three homes’ historic site status in last week's meeting.
Prince George’s County Council passes bill to limit cannabis dispensary locations
The bill establishes that cannabis dispensaries must be at least 1,000 feet away from other dispensaries and at least 2,000 feet away from liquor stores.
Elected officials urge Prince George’s County to support a ceasefire in Palestine
Twenty-eight elected officials sent a letter in support of a ceasefire to County Executive Angela Alsobrooks and the Prince George’s County Council.
Prince George’s County Council considers extending rent stabilization through October
The 2023 Rent Stabilization Act, which is set to expire April 17, limits landlords from increasing rents by more than 3 percent per year.
Prince George’s County Council committee discusses bill to promote safety at gun stores, ranges
The information, such as handouts and signs, would focus on suicide prevention, firearm training, conflict resolution and mental health resources.